Video chat is a great way for singles to date right now, but it does bring up some awkward situations. For example, if you’re having a date on Zoom, and neither of you splurged for the unlimited package,your chat will be limited to 40 minutes. Then comes the weird situation where you both have to decide whether it’s worth it to open a new chat or not. Is that enough time to judge a potential boo?
On the flip side, apps without time limits have singles wondering how long is too long. Are you talking on FaceTime for hours because sparks are flying or are you just bored? Luckily for you quarantined romantics out there, experts have figured out the sweet spot for video dates.
Online dating coaches say that somewhere between 30- and 90-minutes is perfect. According to them, “that gives you enough time to assess initial compatibility but not too much time to divulge your whole life story.”
