lavalife.com has had an internet presence since 1997 but existed as a personals company as early as 1987. It has the normal features of most internet dating sites, i.e. users can add profiles, including photographs, search and browse other members’ profiles. The profile setup is relatively quick, as there are a lot of multiple choice options. There are two things that set this site apart from most others. The first is that free members, although they can only initiate contact through a ‘smile’, can reply to contact from others. Most sites charge for this function. The second thing that makes this site different is the three separate communities: dating, relationships and intimate encounters. Each has the same facilities but is completely separate – members can even have different profiles, names and pictures in each if they want to join more than one. Other features of this site are:
- Search and browse options, including a range of filter options
- chat
- forums
- see who’s online
- success stories
- safe dating tips
- online speed dating events
Targeted Membership:
Over 18s of any sexual orientation, looking for dating, relationships or intimate encounters
Number of Members:
More than 5 million
Free Membership Levels. Yes
Free Features:
- Create a profile, including uploading a picture
- Search for potential dates, using simple or advanced search
- Read profiles
- send ‘smiles’ to initiate contact
- reply to messages received
Restrictions:
- No email initiation available to free members
Membership Levels and Fees:
- Free
- Paid
| Standard | Free |
| 1 Month subscription | $39.99 |
| 3 Months subscription | $59.97 |
Time limited subscription offers are often available.
Paid Membership Features:
- Contact other members by email, e-card or ‘smiles’
Search by Member Options:
Wide range of search options available, including:
- age
- height
- region
- city
- languages spoken
Regions:
- USA
- Canada
- Australia
