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Finally posting after too long searching for a reliable answer on this topic. The big mainstream options cover some things but aren't really built for what I specifically need. Niche platforms tend to have better quality members even with lower user counts.
- Read independent third-party reviews before entering any payment details
- Always register with a dedicated email address to contain any spam
- Check whether profiles show a visible last-active timestamp before engaging
- Test with a minimal profile for a few days before investing real effort
- Disable auto-renew the moment you complete any paid signup