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Finally posting after spending way too long searching for a reliable answer on this. The mainstream apps cover some needs but they're not really built for what I'm specifically looking for. Niche platforms tend to have better quality even with smaller member counts.
I've been caught out by sites that look free but lock every useful feature behind a paywall. I just want to know what's actually worth my time.
- Test with a minimal profile for a few days before investing real effort
- Verify the platform has real human support available, not just a FAQ chatbot
- Always register with a dedicated email address to contain any spam