Communication online at CatholicMatch always starts with likes and messages.
All of your conversations with other members are located in your message inbox. You can reach your message inbox by clicking on Messages from your main menu.
When you find someone who interests you, let them know by pressing the like button on their profile or by sending a message.
If you like a profile and they return that like, or if someone sends you a message, we'll alert you by email so that you'll know to check your message inbox where you'll also have the option to respond to their message.
We know it can be very hard to start a conversation with someone online.
Here are some tips for how to start a conversation online. Also, we recommend always ending your messages with a question to make it as easy as possible for the other person to respond.
As you get to know people online, make sure that you keep your communication on CatholicMatch for at least a week. This gives us time to run our security checks. You can learn more about how we keep you safe here.
We suggest meeting up for a date in person as soon as possible. If distance prohibits a first date right away, then at least set up a time to video chat as soon as possible. Seeing each other while you talk will help you see if there is potential for a relationship.
Here is another article with answers to some more specific questions people often have about online dating messaging etiquette.
Have more questions about online dating? Visit our FAQ center or shoot an email over to [email protected]
