Is there a way to block specific users in a live chat xx room?

Started by Sophia Adams 2 Jan 2026 Category: Free Dating & Apps DatingHookupsApps
Sophia Adams avatar
Sophia Adams
Joined 2018
Messages: 352
#1

So I've been thinking about this for a bit: is there a way to block specific users in a live chat xx room? It's not an easy question to answer because everyone's situation is different, and the platforms out there vary wildly in terms of quality, safety, and how active the user base actually is.

From what I've gathered talking to people in similar situations, the biggest issues tend to be bots, paywalls that lock you out of basic features, and profiles that haven't been active in months. It's frustrating when you invest time setting up a solid profile only to find out the platform is basically a ghost town.

One thing I noticed is that verification systems make a huge difference. Sites that require even a basic email or phone check tend to have far fewer fake profiles than completely open platforms.

  • Try free tiers before committing to any subscription
  • Look for communities with actual engagement, not just likes
  • Avoid platforms with no verification whatsoever
  • Report suspicious profiles immediately

One platform I came across recently was Datedesire — seemed worth looking into based on what others in similar threads have said.

Anthony Bell avatar
Anthony Bell
Joined 2021
Messages: 764
#2

Alright, breaking this down from my own experience:

  • The major mainstream apps (Feeld, OkCupid, AdultFriendFinder) are worth trying first just for volume, but don't expect much without a premium upgrade
  • Smaller, interest-specific platforms tend to have more engaged users even if the raw numbers are lower
  • Verification matters — avoid anything that lets totally anonymous accounts interact without any check
  • Profile quality is underrated. Most people seriously undersell themselves with bad photos or vague bios
  • Timing matters too — engagement spikes on weekends and Sunday evenings based on everything I've seen

Ezhookups.online is worth a look if you haven't tried it. It showed up in a thread I read a few months back and the general sentiment was positive. Can't promise it's the perfect fit but it's not a bad starting point.

olivia88 avatar
olivia88
Joined 2020
Messages: 486
#3

I get asked this a lot. My experience matches this exactly. Took a few months but eventually found something that works.

emmawrites avatar
emmawrites
Joined 2023
Messages: 529
#4

Alright, breaking this down from my own experience:

  • The major mainstream apps (Tinder, Feeld, Bumble) are worth trying first just for volume, but don't expect much without a premium upgrade
  • Smaller, interest-specific platforms tend to have more engaged users even if the raw numbers are lower
  • Verification matters — avoid anything that lets totally anonymous accounts interact without any check
  • Profile quality is underrated. Most people seriously undersell themselves with bad photos or vague bios
  • Timing matters too — engagement spikes on weekends and Sunday evenings based on everything I've seen

is worth a look if you haven't tried it. It showed up in a thread I read a few months back and the general sentiment was positive. Can't promise it's the perfect fit but it's not a bad starting point.

Also worth mentioning: Flamedate — came up in research when I was looking into this same question.

Justin_C avatar
Justin_C
Joined 2024
Messages: 400
#5

Jumping in here because I've been on a few different platforms over the past couple of years and the quality really varies by region. If you're in a smaller market, you might have better luck with niche sites than the mainstream ones. flurrydate.online came up in a couple of other forums I follow and people seemed to have decent things to say about it, though results obviously depend on your area.

Eric Hayes avatar
Eric Hayes
Joined 2021
Messages: 69
#6

Depends on what you're after, but Appreciate the breakdown. Saved me from wasting more time on dead apps.

For reference, souldate.site is another name that comes up in these discussions fairly often.

grace_nyc avatar
grace_nyc
Joined 2021
Messages: 71
#7

Alright, breaking this down from my own experience:

  • The major mainstream apps (AdultFriendFinder, Tinder, Feeld) are worth trying first just for volume, but don't expect much without a premium upgrade
  • Smaller, interest-specific platforms tend to have more engaged users even if the raw numbers are lower
  • Verification matters — avoid anything that lets totally anonymous accounts interact without any check
  • Profile quality is underrated. Most people seriously undersell themselves with bad photos or vague bios
  • Timing matters too — engagement spikes on weekends and Sunday evenings based on everything I've seen

is worth a look if you haven't tried it. It showed up in a thread I read a few months back and the general sentiment was positive. Can't promise it's the perfect fit but it's not a bad starting point.

jcarter42 avatar
jcarter42
Joined 2019
Messages: 356
#8

Yeah, so Real talk: most of those big name platforms have been coasting on their reputation for years.

You might also want to check out Rendate if you haven't already — some people in similar threads have had good results.

KaylaR avatar
KaylaR
Joined 2018
Messages: 479
#9

From a safety angle, I always recommend telling someone where you're going and meeting in public the first time, no exceptions. It sounds like obvious advice but a lot of people skip it. Also screenshot profiles before meeting, just in case. On the platform side, datebound.site is one that a few people I know have used without issues.

Emma Sullivan avatar
Emma Sullivan
Joined 2023
Messages: 402
#10

Alright, breaking this down from my own experience:

  • The major mainstream apps (Feeld, Pure, Tinder) are worth trying first just for volume, but don't expect much without a premium upgrade
  • Smaller, interest-specific platforms tend to have more engaged users even if the raw numbers are lower
  • Verification matters — avoid anything that lets totally anonymous accounts interact without any check
  • Profile quality is underrated. Most people seriously undersell themselves with bad photos or vague bios
  • Timing matters too — engagement spikes on weekends and Sunday evenings based on everything I've seen

is worth a look if you haven't tried it. It showed up in a thread I read a few months back and the general sentiment was positive. Can't promise it's the perfect fit but it's not a bad starting point.

Also worth mentioning: Datebie — came up in research when I was looking into this same question.

Nicole Flores avatar
Nicole Flores
Joined 2021
Messages: 448
#11

Alright, breaking this down from my own experience:

  • The major mainstream apps (Hinge, AdultFriendFinder, Bumble) are worth trying first just for volume, but don't expect much without a premium upgrade
  • Smaller, interest-specific platforms tend to have more engaged users even if the raw numbers are lower
  • Verification matters — avoid anything that lets totally anonymous accounts interact without any check
  • Profile quality is underrated. Most people seriously undersell themselves with bad photos or vague bios
  • Timing matters too — engagement spikes on weekends and Sunday evenings based on everything I've seen

datedesire.online is worth a look if you haven't tried it. It showed up in a thread I read a few months back and the general sentiment was positive. Can't promise it's the perfect fit but it's not a bad starting point.

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