IndiaMatch − is it Really a Golden Indian Dating Spot?

How it Works?

The India Match website does not seem to be modern. It is sketchy and outdated, with unclear navigation. There is an opportunity for unregistered users to browse dating profiles, but you have to follow a tiny Search link at the bottom of the page for this. It would be better to place it a bit higher and make it far more noticeable.

Registration Steps

To start dating Indian singles, you need to set up a profile. It requires the following steps:

1. Press the Search Now button on IndiaMatch.com.
2. Proceed to the registration survey consisting of six stages. In the first stage, you have to indicate your gender. Press the Keep Going button to continue.
3. Indicate your location. Canada and the United States are the only options available. Therefore, you will search for Indian singles in these two countries.
4. Enter your zip code to allow the service to adjust location-based recommendations. At this point, you will notice that the service does not check its users’ background, so there is a chance to meet someone with a dubious reputation on the platform.
5. After that, you need to enter your name and create a password for your account.
6. Indicate your date of birth.
7. In the final stage, you need to enter your email address and agree to the terms of use and the privacy policy of IndiaMatch. Press the Keep Going button once again.

Registration Surveys

You have created an account, but you cannot reach your dashboard since the survey continues. In this stage, you need to upload a profile photo. Fortunately, you can skip this step and add a lovely picture later. Or, you can upload a photo from your Facebook page.

After that, you should add a profile description. You can see profile description examples on the left side. This stage is obligatory, so you cannot skip it. Press Keep Going after you finish your description.

After that, IndiaMatch will suggest you buy the subscription. It does not make this agency tactful since it is always better for a user to get familiar with the platform for free and purchase a subscription if they like the services. Fortunately, you can skip this section.

Finally, you will get to the control panel.

All in all, the registration process is tiring. It may turn off many users because of its complexity. In fact, it does not differ much from other services, but it seems to be complicated because registration extends to ten stages.

IndiaMatch Control Panel

The dashboard is as sketchy and inconvenient as the homepage of India Match. Just look at the logo in the upper bar. The word “India” is barely visible because the font color merges with the background.

Your dating statistics are featured on either side of the dashboard. You can proceed to settings, matches, and website search in the upper bar. Go to the profile editing section on the top right side of the control panel to update your profile. Recommended profiles will appear in the center of the dashboard after you adjust the search settings.

You can also read IndiaMatch reviews in the Success Stories section at the bottom of the page. On the other side, the testimonials are too praising, and there is no evidence that real users crafted them.

Search Settings

Clicking on the Search button in the top bar does not get you to the desired adjustments. Instead, expand the search menu by clicking on the orange inverted triangle below the upper bar.

You can set the following search criteria:

• Age
• Location
• Height and build
• Desired relationship
• Marital status
• Religion
• Children/ no children

After that, press the Search button to get the results. Compared to other services, member search on the IndiaMatch platform is poorly designed. The interface is ambiguous and unclear.

Your Matches

The Matches section of your dashboard does not seem to be useful. Unlike other dating services, IndiaMatch does not include additional parameters for adjusting matches. Instead, you will be able to change only location and age.

Completing IndiaMatch Profile

Completing your profile in the case of IndiaMatch is vital because you will remain invisible for other members until you upload a picture. Click on the Edit button in your profile section on the upper right side to enable the profile management menu.

Here you should upload a picture and complete several questionnaires that include:

• Personality questions
• Interests and hobbies
• Message Ideas (you should select a couple of questions other people have to answer to initiate a chat with you)

The About section includes questions similar to search criteria. It means the service displays search results based on the information users include in their profiles.

Communication and Entertainment

IndiaMatch does not feature any other communication options besides chatting. There are no video chats, groups, live broadcasts, etc. You can do nothing but send and receive messages when it comes to direct communication with other users. Besides that, you can:

• Like photos
• Send flirts
• Add users to your favorites
• Send requests about unanswered sections in users’ profiles
• Report suspicious members
• Block users
• Share profiles with friends by email

Mobile Availability

No mobile application is available, but the website is adapted for mobile devices. Just open your browser and visit IndiaMatch com. The site is compatible with all browsers and operating systems.

Audience

Finding native Indians on this platform is a big challenge. As we mentioned before, IndiaMatch is designed for the US and Canadian residents only. You can still try to meet Indians on this platform, but it is hardly possible since there is no nationality filter in the search menu.

Still, the audience is very diverse and consists of people of different nationalities. At the same time, InianMatch fails to offer niche Indian dating, which does not correspond to the agency’s mission.

Let us put aside any service’s claims related to its audience and check how many profiles you will get in reality. If you select the broadest criteria such as 18 – 100 for age and Canada & the United States for location, you will get about 85 profiles in total. Most of the women are from 40 to 50 years old, so you will not be able to find a lot of young girls. All in all, it is one of the worst places to find your Indian Match.

Quality of Profiles

When it comes to profiles, many users fill out profile descriptions and complete the surveys.

Pricing

IndiaMatch charges twice less money compared to other dating agencies. Premium membership allows you to:

• Send and receive messages
• See who sent you flirts and added you to favorites

The prices are the following:

• $13.99 for one month
• $26.97 for three months
• $38.94 for six months

When it comes to payments, cards and mail-in orders are available. Additionally, IndiaMatch charges a $3.99 fee for the subscription purchase.

Safety

IndiaMatch is verified by VeriSign, a global domain provider that offers plenty of security options, including SSL certification. IndiaMatch features the VeriSign trust seal on its website. It means your financial data is processed with the highest level of security. More than that, IndiaMatch regularly tests its platform to reveal any security breaches.

Fakes

When it comes to fraud prevention measures, IndiaMatch does not seem to review new and existing users. If the agency uses software for detecting fakes, it is ineffective. There is a high chance that your match will turn out to be a scam.

Take a look at this profile:

First of all, the girl states that she is from Ukraine. Browse some photos and then check them via Google Image. You will find this image on another website registered in Russia.

This Russian woman posted dozens of photos in her social networks, including the one featured on this IndiaMatch profile.

FAQ

What is IndiaMatch?

IndiaMatch is a digital dating platform dedicated to Indians. In reality though, it features the audience from the US and Canada.

How much does IndiaMatch Cost?

Registration is free. Premium membership allows open communication and starts at $13.99 per month.

Is IndiaMatch Legit?

The platform is safe for payments but not for communication. You will likely meet fakes and scams there.

Who owns IndiaMatch?

The PeopleMedia corporation owns IndiaMatch.

Does IndiaMatch have a Mobile App?

No application for mobile devices is available. Instead, you can use the fully functional mobile version of the website.

How do I Delete my IndiaMatch Account?

Take these steps to delete your account:

1. Go to the settings section in the upper bar and proceed to My Account.
2. Find the Account Status section and click on the corresponding link to view your membership status.
3. Click on the corresponding link to change your account status.
4. Follow the links to remove your profile and cancel subscription auto-renewal (if you have already upgraded your account).

Linda May

Linda May has a Ph.D. in Psychology. She works as a therapist and helps partners strengthen their relationships, cope with difficulties, and understand each other. Linda is also a dating coach assisting singles in their love search. She knows all the pitfalls of online dating and strives to guide singles through this tricky world.

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