JDate Review



Positive Features

• Excellent News Center and Magazine where the members actually participate.  See upcoming events not only to meet singles but to give back to the community through charity events hosted by actual members (i.e. New York Jewish Environmental Bike Ride).
• Large number of Jewish members with the gender demographics almost split down the middle (Males 48% and Females at 52% as of Nov. 2008).
• New features being added on a regular basis (i.e. Message Boards).

Negative Features

• Searching by preference was a little hard to fine at first.

 

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Free Membership	Yes Included: Create a Profile Personal Information User name, Email, Birthday, Gender, Location and Relationship Type Lifestyle Type of relationship you are looking for, Do you go to Synagogue,  Do you keep Kosher, Do you have children, Smoking Habits, etc.. Physical Information Height, weight, body style, etc.. Background Languages, Religious Background, Education, etc.. Your Personality & Interests Check off your  matching personality traits, your favorite physical activates, etc.. Relationships 3 essay questions on your perfect first date, what you feel is an ideal relationship and what you have learned from past relationships. Add  photo's (up to 4) Searching See who's Online Hot Lists Favorites Flirt Is a quick, fun way to let someone know you're interested. You pick a one-liner from JDate 's list of Flirts, and it's sent to the member of your choice. The member gets the Flirt in his or her onsite Inbox and then can go to your profile and Flirt back with you. You can send up to 30 Flirts a day, but each member can only be Flirted with once. Show/Hide Settings Allows you to set what information from your profile you want visible to other singles Not Included: Cannot use Communication Tools  such as Instant Message, Email and Live Audio and Video.
Costs	Comparable to other Dating Sites, costs last checked May 2, 2007. Purchase 1, 3 or 6 month subscriptions with renewal rates as low as $29.99 per month. Pay by credit card or money order. Premium Membership Costs: 1 Month plan for $39.99. 3 Months plan for $99.99 with a renewal rate of $33.99. 6 Months plan for $149.99 with a renewal rate of $29.99. Premium Membership Includes: Full access to forums. Read and reply to all Email. Instant Messaging. Text Chat and meet face to face with Video Chat..
Relationship Types	Heterosexual Lesbian Gay
Looking For	A date Friend Marriage Marriage & Children A long-term relationship Activity Partner
Regions	USA Canada United Kingdom Other
Viewing & Communication Tools	Photo's Professional photography service is available for JDate members Profile Private Email Instant Messaging with video Premium chat rooms Audio and Video Chat
Search By	Most parts of Profile Distance, City and Zip Code Who's Online Most Popular Members Most Active Members New Members Searches can now be displayed as a thumbnail gallery or in the traditional list form. Your Matches Based on comparing your profile with others on the site
Other Info	Customer care staff is available 24 hours a day by phone to answer any of your questions Specialized events are arranged for members who enjoy meeting singles in a exciting atmosphere Modern advice for Jewish singles including fun, free icebreakers Giving Back Events - JDate and its members strongly believe in the concept of tikkun olam (repairing the world) and working together to make a positive difference in the community by volunteering with non-profit organizations and supporting Jewish cultural programs and causes. This site is part of the Spark Network.