Exploring Older Adults' Perceptions and Experiences with Online Dating

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2410.19783v1
• Date: Mon, 14 Oct 2024 18:41:04 GMT
• Title: Exploring Older Adults' Perceptions and Experiences with Online Dating
• Authors: Muskan Fatima, Naheem Noah, Sanchari Das,
• Abstract summary: This study investigates older adults' security and privacy concerns, the significance of design elements and accessibility, and identify areas needing improvement. Our findings reveal challenges such as deceptive practices, concerns over disclosing sensitive information, and the need for more informative visualization of match requests. We offer recommendations for enhanced identity verification, inclusive privacy controls by app developers, and increased digital literacy efforts to enable older adults to navigate these platforms safely and confidently.
• Score: 2.4058538793689497
• License: http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/
• Abstract: The rise of online dating apps has transformed how individuals connect and seek companionship, with an increase in usage among older adults. While these platforms offer opportunities for emotional support and social connection, they also present significant challenges, including a concerning trend of online dating scams targeting this demographic. To address these issues, we conducted a semi-structured interview focused on the online dating experiences of older adults (65+). Initially, we conducted a pre-screening survey, followed by focused semi-structured interviews with 11 of the selected older adults. Through this study, we investigate older adults' security and privacy concerns, the significance of design elements and accessibility, and identify areas needing improvement. Our findings reveal challenges such as deceptive practices, including catfishing and fraud, concerns over disclosing sensitive information, non-inclusive app design features, and the need for more informative visualization of match requests. We offer recommendations for enhanced identity verification, inclusive privacy controls by app developers, and increased digital literacy efforts to enable older adults to navigate these platforms safely and confidently.

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