

Meanwhile, as non-monogamy continues to increase in popularity and visibility, even mainstream dating sites, like OkCupid, have expanded their offerings to better suit the needs of daters who may be interested in alternative relationship styles. In recent years, platforms like Feeld and #Open have created online dating spaces curated specifically with the unique needs and desires of the poly/non-monogamous community in mind. In case you haven’t heard, we’re living in a brave new world of dating apps specifically designed for polyamorous and non-monogamous daters. That’s not to say there’s no hope, however. In general, using dating apps is a ‘numbers game,’ and that numbers game is even harder for ENM folks because it’s a smaller sample size.”

“I think ENM (ethically non-monogamous) folks should be aware of the reality of dating app burnout. “It’s really hard, just by the nature of polyamory itself, to find experienced and dope polyamorous folks…no matter what app you’re on,” says Jessica Levity, polyamorous educator and entertainer.