If you're on a budget and things look bleak in the relationship department, don't panic. You don't need to shell out hundreds to find a genuine connection. There are dating apps you can use for free — so you can meet a partner with potential without shelling out cash up front.
Yes, dating itself will cost you between the commute, the drinks, and the time, but why should dating apps eat at your wallet? You don't have to resort to dating an AI to save money. Simply use a dating app's free tier. The good news is, the most popular apps are free to use — no credit card required.
(And you shouldn't have to pay someone to keep talking to you either. If you're being pressured to, you might be involved in a romance scam.)
What dating apps are completely free?
Mainstream dating apps like Tinder,

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