AdultFriendFinder
Introduction & summary
This review portrays the USA version of the website AdultFriendFinder.com, with costs listed in USD. The information provided is equally valid for users from Canada. Please note that the costs in CAD may vary accordingly.
AdultFriendFinder.com is our test winner in the casual dating category. Their goal is to make it as easy as possible to meet people. AdultFriendFinder.com is an extremely explicit platform where, as long as it’s legal, anything goes. Being one of the most popular casual dating sites, the main audience is looking for sexual adventures with no strings attached.
- For couples and individuals looking for casual sex
- 80 million members worldwide
- 7 million members in the US
- Register as a man, woman, or couple
- Welcomes casual lovers, voyeurs, swingers, etc.
- Multiple options to interact
- Plenty of free features
- A gold membership gives you unlimited access
- Free registration
- There are lots of different functions and plenty to explore
General information & target group
AdultFriendFinder.com is a veteran website in the adult networking industry. It was launched in 1996 by the American company Various Inc, from Delray Beach, FL. Even though it was created in the United States, different affiliate companies operate the portal in Australia, the European Union, Singapore, and so on. The platform aims to make it easy to meet new people, it has an extremely sexy appearance and a seductive brand. Anything is possible here, though, including friendships and serious relationships. However, the main focus for most users is on finding a relationship with zero strings attached.
There’s a very explicit vibe to the website. Many guests look for a friend or couple with benefits to quench their thirst for their fantasies. Over the years, AdultFriendFinder.com has become a very popular option among swingers and users in open relationships. Hence, the possibility of signing up as a couple. Furthermore, some people wish to interact exclusively online, whereas many others are looking for something they can materialize in the real world. The operator claims they have helped millions of users all over the world find affairs, friends, romance, and above all, real-life sex encounters.
Open-minded crowd
Naturally, the website welcomes people of all kinds of sexual orientations. As you can imagine, AdultFriendFinder.com garners a member pool of open-minded people and fun lovers, so whatever your kink is, you won’t feel judged. As long as it’s legal, it’s welcome on the site. The platform is available in many languages and hosts a vast community of 80 million people from a variety of backgrounds. So, no matter what you’re looking for, it won’t be hard to find on AdultFriendFinder.com. Apparently, about half of its users are between 25 and 45 years old.
The design can be a little overwhelming at first, since there are many different options to explore. Therefore, it’s less intimidating and more user-friendly on a computer, rather than on a mobile phone.
Registration
It doesn’t take very long to register on AdultFriendFinder.com. Furthermore, most users don’t include many personal details. Usually, it’s just a short description of who they are, their location, and what they’re looking for. Profile photos tend to display very intimate images, often exposing genitals, sexy lingerie, or half-naked individuals. Once you create an account, you can also join different interest groups. This will help you interact with others and also signal what you’re interested in, since it gives users the opportunity to see what you are into.
Simple profile
However, it’s not necessary to upload a profile picture, let alone an explicit one. Many users avoid including a photo of their faces at all, given the nature of the website. A personality test is indeed available to fill out, but it’s not compulsory. After all, this is a platform for casual dating where most people aren’t looking for the love of their lives. Users are encouraged to get verified through a simple confirmation email, which arrives within a few minutes of signing up.
Safety advice
It’s unavoidable, on any dating platform, that not everyone has good intentions. This happens regardless of the company’s efforts. For this reason, the operator offers some useful advice on how to be as safe as possible during real-life encounters, as well as tricks and tips on how to keep children safe online. They also provide some strategies to identify potential “catfishers,” who may be more interested in your data than in a real connection.
User platform & member area
As we have mentioned, the creation of a profile is a very simple process with few requirements. At the end of the day, all you need is a functioning email address. You can choose whether you would like to include a profile picture. It’s going to make your profile more successful, so it’s strongly encouraged. Some people like to show their faces or parts of their bodies. Some photos are more obvious, whereas others are more suggestive. At the very least, we can definitely say that this isn’t a platform for those who are fainthearted.
There’s no matchmaking algorithm, since this isn’t a website in the matchmaker category. Here, everything is filtered through your preferences and search criteria. When you create a standard account, you can only rank the profiles according to who was last logged in, the distance from your location, and the newest members. The range of the search criteria is much greater for premium users. In any case, you can explore different groups, blogs, etc. This will allow you to connect with individuals who are aligned with your preferences.
Interactive variety
When visiting someone’s profile, you won’t gain full access unless you have a gold membership. Similarly, only premium users will see beyond the most basic information on your profile. You can create a photo gallery and upload videos for the premium members’ delight. This is usually a good way to get other people’s attention.
You may also take a look at the “Hot” section, where you get to browse through the hottest content on the platform at the moment. You can even play the “Hot or Not” game. Members that you label as hot will be automatically added to your “Hotlist.” You can also add your own content or broadcast your own webcam session. This even allows you to make some money since users can both give and receive tips. Combined with blogs, erotic stories, discussion forums, and so on, there are a myriad of ways to meet people on AdultFriendFinder.com.
Costs (example in USD)
There’s only one premium membership modality on AdultFriendFinder.com, called the Gold membership. It gives you instant access to all profiles, images, and video content featured on the website. There’s also an additional 3% fee, meant to cover content moderation costs.
- 1-month gold subscription for $9.99 per week, which costs $95 billed monthly
- 3-month gold subscription for $6.74 per week, which costs $85 billed quarterly
- 12-month gold subscription for $4.60 per week, equivalent to $239.40 billed annually
However, it’s possible to create an account completely free of charge on AdultFriendFinder.com. As a basic member, you will only be able to interact with premium users who have paid for the “Standard Contacts” option. This extra feature allows free users to contact premium members, see their full profile, and even message them using the chat function. The cost is an additional $2.99 per week, with a total cost of $35.85 that is billed quarterly. Keep in mind that all memberships and added features renew automatically.
There are many payment options, such as credit or debit cards, checking accounts, gift cards, Sofort, AirTM, cash/checks, or money orders. You can even pay via SMS. Please note that listed prices may vary for users in Canada based on the local currency.
Success rate & special features
The long history of the platform and the overwhelming number of users in the US, Canada and worldwide are proof that this platform has become one of the biggest success stories in the online casual dating world. Still, we recommend caution when meeting people from any dating website in the real world. We couldn’t find any statistics about the actual hook-up success rate of the members. However, no platform of this nature would have existed for almost 30 years if it wasn’t delivering.
In this section, we will share a little more about our favorite special features on AdultFriendFinder.com. Many of them are part of their exceptional community section. Before accessing it, you can indicate what you find arousing. You may also skip this step, but it’s helpful, so the platform can suggest groups and content that is relevant to your interests.
- Blogs: These are mostly personal blogs published by platform members. Here, they can write about their daily escapades, kinks, and sexual awakenings. Naturally, you can create your own blog.
- Sex academy: This interesting section hosts all kinds of online courses to enhance your sex skills. From erotic massages to a course on how to set the mood, or even how to take your technique to the next level.
- Magazine: This is their magazine, on all sorts of sex topics, offering a huge variety of articles for curious lovers.
- Contests: This section hosts fun contests where you can unleash your creativity in a photo or video format.
- Erotic stories: Members publish lustful stories for other members to enjoy. These are organized in different categories, so you can choose your favorite. Of course, you are welcome to publish your own sexy tales.
- Live action: These are not part of the community section. The live-action cameras allow you to watch and interact with both amateur models who are members of the platform and professional webcam models.
App
There are two options if we want to use our AdultFriendFinder.com account in an app format. First, we have the AllFriendFinder app. This isn’t specific to AdultFriendFinder.com, but it combines several websites on the FriendFinder network that share the same app. You can log in with your AdultFriendFinder.com account.
Other than that, if you prefer to interact exclusively with members of this particular platform, there is a specific AdultFriendFinder.com app available for both Android and Apple users. You can still watch live streams and find new matches on the app. However, certain community features can only be viewed on a computer.
Conclusion
AdultFriendFinder.com is a fun, sexy, and kinky platform for anyone to explore who would like to find a casual date. It was launched in the late 90s, making it one of the longest-standing websites in its genre. It garners a varied and open-minded community. Interestingly, there are many different options for interacting with other users. There’s also a sex academy, contests, logs, and a sex magazine. You can even start earning money by broadcasting your own webcam show.
For optimal use of the platform, it’s recommended that users purchase a gold membership. This gives you a wide range of options for interacting with others. However, you can find a hook-up even with a basic account, since premium members can add a feature that allows them to communicate with standard users.
FAQ
Should I confirm my ID on AdultFriendFinder.com?
Confirming your ID isn’t necessary. However, this proves to other users that you’re a real person who is actively participating in the community. At the same time, confirming your ID comes with additional perks. First, a special checkmark will show up next to your profile. Second, you will be awarded 500 bonus points that you can spend on the website. Finally, you’ll receive two weeks of a gold membership. You can easily verify your identity by sending in a picture of yourself posing with an official ID. Of course, other users won’t be able to see it.
What kind of contests can I find on AdultFriendFinder.com?
The contests are a fun way to show off your creativity and your “assets” through photos and videos. Any user can participate, comment, and vote for their favorites, including standard members. Each contest has specific rules and themes that you need to adhere to in order to participate. It’s another fun way of interacting with the community. Some themes, for example, may be “April Fool’s,” “Be My Valentine,” “Costume Party,” or “Horny at Home.”
What is Bling?
Bling is another way of interacting with users, in the form of a photo editor. You can create as many images as you want with it and share them on the platform. The Blings can be labeled as public, for friends only, or private. You can gift images, or some people may “take” them, just as you may take others’ public Blings. There is a list of people who have chosen to keep your Blings.
How do I create a blog?
Every member has their own blog page, which can be found in the community section. From there, it’s as simple as adding posts with a title and message. You can turn them into sticky posts if you want them featured at the top of your blog. In addition, you can add images and polls to a blog post. As usual, you get to choose who can view it. Similarly, you can choose who may comment under your post, preview the comments, and decide whether you want to publish them.
What are the Interest Groups?
Interest Groups is a section with a discussion forum where users can share their opinions and experiences about their shared interests. These could be local interest groups, for members within the same region, or topical interest groups, where you will find members with common interests based on topics of discussion. There are many ways to find people that may spark your interest.
Are there any gift vouchers?
Yes, you may buy a gift certificate. You need to access My Stuff in the navigation bar and then edit my profile > manage account > buy gift certificates. There, you will choose the Gold membership and either provide the username (if it is for an existing user) or select “Non-Existing Member.” In this case, you will receive your gift certificate via email.