Unicorn Dates is built around one kind of connection: a couple and a single person meeting each other. Every feature on the site is there to make that easier, from the first click of signup to arranging a first drink. Here is what you will find and how to get the most from each part.

Profiles for couples

A couple is two people, and a good couple profile introduces both of them. When you sign up as a couple, you create one shared profile with room for both partners. Use it to say who each of you is, how long you have been together, what you are hoping for and what is off the table. Singles read couple profiles carefully, and the ones that answer their first questions get the warmest replies.

Tip: write your profile together. Deciding on the wording is a useful conversation in itself, and singles can usually tell when both partners were involved. Our profile guide has examples.

Profiles for singles

Single women, single men and CD/trans members each have their own profile. You can say what you are curious about, what kind of couple you would like to meet, what you have or have not done before and what you need to feel comfortable. Being clear helps couples decide whether to write to you, and it means the messages you receive are more likely to fit.

Four ways to describe yourself

At signup you choose whether you are a man, a woman, a couple or CD/trans. That choice shapes how your profile appears and who you are matched with. It also means the site treats each kind of member as part of the community rather than an afterthought. A couple looking for a single man, or a trans woman curious about meeting couples, can say so plainly.

Interests

Profiles include interests so members can see at a glance what someone is open to. Members list things such as threesomes, friends with benefits, a relationship, friendship, video chat, discreet meets and more. Use interests honestly. They are one of the quickest ways for someone to tell whether you want the same kind of connection.

Photos and privacy

Photos make a big difference to how much attention a profile receives, but many members value discretion. You choose which photos appear on your profile. Cropped photos, photos from behind, or photos with faces blurred are common and perfectly acceptable. Many members share clearer pictures privately once they have got to know someone. Avoid explicit pictures in your public gallery. They tend to attract the wrong kind of messages.

Location-based browsing

Unicorn dating usually works best with people who can meet in person, so browsing shows members by location. You can look close to home or further afield, which helps couples and singles in smaller towns who are willing to travel. If you are happy to meet people some distance away, say so in your profile. Many singles skip profiles they assume are too far away.

Messaging

When a profile catches your eye, send a message. Good first messages are short and specific: mention something from their profile, say a little about yourselves and ask an easy question. Couples should make it clear who is writing, and make sure both partners take part over time. Our etiquette guide has more messaging tips.

Verified profiles

Some members choose to verify their identity, and verified profiles are marked so you can see who has done so. Verification is one helpful signal among several. Whoever you are talking to, it is still sensible to have a video call before meeting and to follow the safety steps on our safety page.

Works on any device

Unicorn Dates runs in your web browser, so there is nothing to install. On a phone it works much like an app: browse, message and edit your profile with one hand. On a laptop or tablet you have more room to read profiles and articles. Couples often like to browse together on a bigger screen. Because there is no app, there is also no dating icon sitting on your home screen.

Reporting and safety tools

If a profile looks fake, someone asks you for money, or anyone behaves in a way that makes you uncomfortable, report it. Reports are reviewed, and accounts that break the rules are dealt with. You can also simply stop replying to anyone at any time. You never owe anyone a conversation.

Guides and articles

Finding someone is only part of unicorn dating. The rest is communication, and that is where many couples and singles want help. Our articles cover the questions people ask most:

Country guides

Unicorn dating looks different depending on where you live. Our guides to the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Ireland cover local attitudes, where the community is most active, the legal background for triads and practical tips for meeting.

Honest comparisons

If you are deciding between platforms, our comparisons set out how Unicorn Dates differs from Feeld, 3Fun, SDC, Bicupid, Kasidie and other unicorn sites. We try to be fair about what each does well, so you can pick what fits you.

Membership options

You can create a profile and look around before deciding to upgrade. Two paid tiers, VIP and VIP Plus, unlock more of the site, and each is available for different lengths of time. Every option and price is on our pricing page.

Common questions

Can we hide our profile from people we know?

The best protection is to keep identifying details out of your public profile and photos. Share more privately once you trust someone.

Can couples message singles first?

Yes, and singles can message couples first too. Anyone can start a conversation.

Is there a limit on how many people we can talk to?

You can talk to as many people as you like, but most members find that a few good conversations work better than many short ones.

Built for discretion

Many members keep this part of their life private, and the site is designed with that in mind. There is no app to install, so nothing appears on your phone's home screen. You decide what your profile shows and which photos are public. You can keep your face, workplace and home town out of your profile entirely and share them only with people you trust. Our safety page has more tips on protecting your privacy.

Designed for three-person conversations

Dating as three people is different from dating as two. Couples need to make decisions together. Singles need to hear from both partners. Everyone needs to talk about boundaries before meeting. The site's focus on couples and singles means these conversations are expected rather than awkward, and our guides give you words to use if you are not sure how to start.