--- title: "Smooch | Verified Dating Since 2001 | Real Connections" description: "Smooch: the anti-swipe dating platform with compulsory ID checks and AI moderation. Trusted since 2001. From 66p/day. Join verified singles." lang: en json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Smooch", "url": "https://www.smooch.com", "logo": "https://www.smooch.com/favicon.png", "foundingDate": "2001", "description": "Verified dating platform with compulsory ID checks and AI moderation. Trusted since 2001. 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The platform serves verified dating communities across 7 countries with a dispute rate below 0.3%." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How much does Smooch cost?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "£19.99/month in the UK (from 66p/day) or $19.99/month in the US (from 66¢/day). One price, full access. No tiers, no credits, no hidden fees. Creating a profile is free. Cancel anytime with no penalty." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does Smooch verify profiles?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Every member completes compulsory government-grade ID checks at registration. We also use AI to detect fake and AI-generated photos, validate emails against dark web databases, monitor behavioural patterns, and have trained human moderators working 24/7." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How is Smooch different from Tinder or Bumble?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Smooch is the anti-swipe platform. No swipe mechanics, no gamified dopamine loops, no 'SuperLikes' designed to extract money. Every profile is ID-verified. We combine human moderators with AI for safety. Built for people who are serious about finding a genuine relationship." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I use Smooch if I'm over 50?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Absolutely. Smooch has a particularly active community of members over 50 who appreciate the verified, safe environment. No swipe culture, no overwhelming feeds. Local support teams in your timezone and human moderators — not chatbots." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is my data safe?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. Smooch complies with GDPR and the UK's Online Safety Act. We never sell personal data. Identity documents are processed securely and never stored on our servers. All communications are encrypted." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What countries is Smooch available in?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Smooch is active in the United Kingdom, United States, Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. Each country has its own local dating community with dedicated support." } } ] } ] --- [![Smooch](/assets/smooch-light-Du4HGwkQ.webp)Est. 2001 ](/) Safety Dating Guides Company [Log In](https://members.smooch.com/login)[Join Free](#top) ![Mosaic grid of diverse verified Smooch members from across the UK](/assets/hero-bg-jU1VXed5.webp) ★ Trusted for 25 Years · Est. 2001 # Smooch: Verified Dating for Real People. _Since 2001._ The anti-swipe dating platform for people who are serious about meeting someone genuine. Compulsory ID checks. Human + AI safety. From just 66p/day when you join for a month. ✓ Compulsory ID Checks ⚡ Human + AI Moderation ★ 25 Years Established ♥ 7 Countries Join thousands of verified members Verified members active right now ## Start Your Next Chapter Create your profile in under 2 minutes. Email Address Create Your Free Profile → 🛡️ From 66p/day (UK) · 66¢/day (US) — full access By joining you agree to our [Terms](https://members.smooch.com/help/terms) & [Privacy Policy](https://members.smooch.com/help/privacy). Already a member? [Log in](https://members.smooch.com/login) Why We're Different ## Built for people who are done with games. We've been connecting genuine singles since 2001 — a decade before Tinder existed. While other platforms chase scale, we've always chased authenticity. ![Diverse happy singles smiling](/assets/whydifferent-couple1-ne26y8Jc.jpg) ![Happy couple embracing outdoors](/assets/whydifferent-couple2-Cw_4zIIk.jpg) ![Mature couple smiling together at home](/assets/whydifferent-couple3-ilPw1B9K.jpg) 🔒 ### Compulsory ID Verification Every member completes government-grade identity checks before they can message anyone. No exceptions. You always know the person you're talking to is real. [Learn more →](/how-it-works) 🤝 ### Human + AI Safety AI catches obvious threats at speed. Trained human moderators handle nuance, context, and the manipulation tactics algorithms miss. Both working together, 24/7. [Learn more →](/safety) ⏳ ### 25 Years of Real Connections Online since 2001. Still here. Still trusted. We were matching real people before smartphones existed. Local support teams in your timezone whenever you need help. [Learn more →](/about) The Anti-Swipe Platform ## No swiping. No games. Just genuine people. Smooch is built for people who are serious about meeting someone — not chasing dopamine hits from an endless scroll. ![A couple having a genuine conversation over coffee at a cozy café](/assets/antiswipe-hero-jb0uJb8j.jpg) 🚫 ### No Swipe Mechanics No left-swipe, right-swipe gamification. Browse verified profiles at your own pace and connect with people you're genuinely interested in. 👻 ### Anti-Ghosting Features Features designed to encourage genuine follow-through. People who invest in being here treat conversations — and your time — with respect. 🤖 ### Zero Fake Profiles AI photo analysis detects stolen and AI-generated images. Dark web email validation confirms real identities. Scammers find it extraordinarily difficult to operate here. 💎 ### Quality Over Quantity A smaller, verified community means better signal-to-noise. Every conversation is with someone who has invested in being here for the same reason you have. Six Layers of Protection ## Safety isn't a feature. It's the foundation. No single security measure is foolproof. That's why we use six, working together. 01 ### Compulsory ID Checks Government-grade identity verification for every member. Confirms real name, age, and identity in under 90 seconds. 02 ### AI Photo Analysis Detects AI-generated images, stolen photos, and manipulated pictures using digital fingerprint technology. 03 ### Dark Web Email Checks Cross-references emails against breach databases. A real email history is a strong authenticity signal. 04 ### 24/7 Human Moderation Trained moderators who understand context, nuance, and manipulation — the things AI alone can miss. 05 ### Behavioural Monitoring Suspicious patterns — mass messaging, copied text, unusual logins — trigger automatic review in real time. 06 ### Dispute Rate: Below 0.3% The result of engineering safety into every layer. Significantly below the dating industry average. [Read Our Full Safety Guide →](/safety) We Understand Your Life ## Starting a next chapter? We built this for you. Whether you're dating after divorce, raising children, or simply deciding now is the time — Smooch understands the life you're living. ![Confident woman enjoying a candlelit dinner date](/assets/next-chapter-divorce-CDsV0o3R.jpg) 💔→❤️ ### Dating After Divorce Rebuilding confidence takes time. Verified profiles mean you know exactly who you're talking to before anyone enters your life. No surprises. No wasted evenings. Just honest conversations with genuine people. ![Happy father laughing with his daughter at the park](/assets/next-chapter-parent-Cf7TE-9U.jpg) 👨‍👧‍👦 ### Dating With Children Your children's safety comes first. Compulsory ID checks give you certainty about who someone is before there's any crossover with family life. Anti-ghosting features mean people follow through. ![Elegant couple in their 50s walking along a coastal path at sunset](/assets/next-chapter-over50-C5qSdIlA.jpg) 🌟 ### Over 50s & Later Life New to online dating? That's perfectly fine. No swipe culture. No overwhelming feeds. Local support teams in your timezone, human moderators — not chatbots — and a simple, clean experience designed for real life. ![Professional couple enjoying a coffee date at a modern café](/assets/next-chapter-professional-O5oqeJwT.jpg) ⏰ ### Time-Poor Professionals You can't afford to waste evenings on fake profiles. A smaller, verified community means better conversations, fewer time-wasters, and people who are here for the same reason you are. Fair, Transparent Pricing ## One price. Full access. No games. No tiers. No hidden fees. No coins or credits. Every member gets the same complete experience. 🇬🇧 ### United Kingdom £19.99/month From just 66p/day Trusted since 2001 · 25 years running - ✓ Unlimited messaging - ✓ Full search & matching - ✓ Human + AI moderation - ✓ No ads, ever - ✓ Cancel anytime, no penalty - ✓ Search singles in London, Manchester, Birmingham & more [Get Started →](#top) 🇺🇸 ### United States $19.99/month From just 66¢/day Trusted since 2001 · 25 years running - ✓ Unlimited messaging - ✓ Full search & matching - ✓ Human + AI moderation - ✓ No ads, ever - ✓ Cancel anytime, no penalty - ✓ Search singles in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles & more [Get Started →](#top) [See Full Membership Details →](/membership) Active in 7 Countries ## Verified singles, wherever you are. Each country has its own local community with dedicated support. [ 🇬🇧 United Kingdom ](/dating/uk)[ 🇺🇸 United States ](/dating/usa)[ 🇮🇪 Ireland ](/dating/ireland)[ 🇨🇦 Canada ](/dating/canada)[ 🇦🇺 Australia ](/dating/australia)[ 🇳🇿 New Zealand ](/dating/new-zealand)[ 🇿🇦 South Africa ](/dating/south-africa) Real Stories ## Real people. Real connections. From first message to lasting relationship — hear from our verified members. "I was sceptical after my divorce, but knowing every profile was ID-checked changed everything. I felt safe starting conversations. Met Anthea after two weeks — we've been together since." ![Kevin, 51](/assets/testimonial-kevin-CmLTZ5Xu.jpg) Kevin, 51 Sydney, Australia "After years on free apps dealing with fakes, Smooch felt like a breath of fresh air. Real people, real conversations. Mike and I found happiness after a brief exchange of messages." ![Sarah, 30](/assets/testimonial-sarah-Brmf5raI.jpg) Sarah, 30 London, UK "I was on Smooch for 4 months. The verified profiles meant I could trust who I was talking to. Met Carrie, went on a weekend away. There's a spark growing into something great." ![Billy, 29](/assets/testimonial-billy-S7GeU_ky.jpg) Billy, 29 New York, USA Smooch is consistently rated among the most trusted dating sites — [see how we compare on WhichDating.com](https://www.whichdating.com). ### Inspired? Start your own story. Enter your email and we'll get you started in under 2 minutes. Get Started → Common Questions ## Everything you need to know. ### Is Smooch a legitimate dating site? ### How much does Smooch cost? ### How does Smooch verify profiles? ### How is Smooch different from Tinder or Bumble? ### Can I use Smooch if I'm over 50? ### Is my data safe? ### What countries is Smooch available in? Verified members active right now ## Ready to meet someone real? 25 years of genuine connections. From just 66p/day. [Create Your Free Profile →](#top) ![Smooch](/assets/smooch-light-C64Ez_zs.png) Real People. Real Connections. Since 2001. The verified dating platform for people who are serious about meeting someone genuine. #### Guides - [How It Works](/how-it-works) - [Membership](/membership) - [First Dates Hub](/guides/first-dates) - [Profile Tips Hub](/guides/profile-tips) - [Relationships Hub](/guides/relationships) - [Love Languages](/guides/relationships/love-languages) - [How to End a Date](/guides/first-dates/how-to-end-a-date) - [Conversation Starters](/guides/profile-tips/conversation-starters) #### Safety - [AI Scam Detection](/safety/ai-dating-scam-detection) - [How We Keep You Safe](/safety/how-smooch-keeps-you-safe) - [Report a Scam](/safety/how-to-report-romance-scam-uk) - [Romance Fraud](/safety/what-is-romance-fraud) - [Safety Checklist](/safety/online-dating-safety-checklist) - [Safety Guide](/safety) - [Scam Statistics UK](/safety/romance-scam-statistics-uk) - [Spot a Catfish](/safety/how-to-spot-a-catfish) - [Video Verification](/safety/video-verification-dating) #### Dating - [Dating in Australia](/dating/australia) - [Dating in Canada](/dating/canada) - [Dating in Ireland](/dating/ireland) - [Dating in New Zealand](/dating/new-zealand) - [Dating in South Africa](/dating/south-africa) - [Dating in the UK](/dating/uk) - [Dating in the USA](/dating/usa) #### Company - [About Smooch](/about) - [Contact Us](/contact) - [Cookies](https://members.smooch.com/help/cookies) - [Privacy](https://members.smooch.com/help/privacy) - [Terms](https://members.smooch.com/help/terms) A service of Ambervine Inc, 56 Broad St STE 14074, Boston, MA 02109, USA. © 2026 Smooch. 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