Key Points
The experience varies from person to person, with some swearing off online dating entirely while others finding meaningful connections..
The researchers found that for married couples, meeting online was linked to lower relationship success, but only if the couple did not share or discuss their relationship on social media..
This indicates that social media can play an essential role in bridging the gap between online and offline relationships, providing a platform for couples to connect with their social networks..
A relationship that started from online dating is more successful when shared on social media..
For unmarried couples, online dating is associated with higher relationship success, but again, this is true only for those who share their experiences on social media. ..
