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Widower dating
Dating for widowers, at your own pace
Whether it’s been months or many years, you’re welcome to look around first. Widowed Mingle is a dating site and community centred on widowed singles, so you won’t have to explain why you’re here.
Free to join. You can see every price before you decide anything.
For widowers
- Free to join and free to browse
- No need to write first: free members can read and reply to messages from VIP members
- Real names and exact locations aren’t shown
- Optional ID verification and one-tap blocking
Starting again
A dating site for widowers, and for those who’d like to meet one
If you’re a widower, you may have spent a long time being the strong one: for your children, for your friends, for everyone who asked how you were doing. Dating is a different kind of courage, and it can feel strange to start.
If you’re hoping to meet widowers, you’re welcome here too, and if you’re looking for a widowers dating site that gets it, you’re in the right place. Everyone on Widowed Mingle knows this is a site centred on widowed singles, which makes a first message a little easier to write.
Widowers looking for love are welcome, and so are those who simply want company. Some people are looking for a partner. Others want a friend for Saturday walks, or someone to cook for again. You can say exactly what you’re hoping for, in your own words.
It’s allowed to feel unsure.
There’s no right moment to start dating again after losing your wife. You can make a profile, browse for a week, and change your mind. Nothing here is a commitment.
Your profile
Five things that help a widower’s profile
No tricks, just what tends to help a real person come across as themselves.
1. Say it plainly
A line like “I lost my wife two years ago and I’m ready to meet someone” is honest and saves everyone guessing. You don’t have to write more about your loss than you want to.
2. Use recent photos
One clear photo of your face, and one of you doing something you enjoy. Avoid photos where someone has been cropped out.
3. Write about today
What does a good Saturday look like? Dogs, allotments, fishing, jazz, a long Sunday lunch. Specific details start conversations.
4. Say what you’re hoping for
Companionship, friendship first, a relationship: all are fine answers. Being clear is kind to everyone.
5. Reply slowly, ask a question
There’s no timetable. A short, warm message with one real question beats a long paragraph.
Not sure what to write?
Start with three honest lines about your week. You can always edit your profile later.
Messaging
What it costs to write to someone
You can join, build a profile and browse for free. Classic (free) members can send a limited number of messages a day, and can always read and reply to messages from VIP members.
If the daily limit gets in the way, VIP gives you unlimited messaging. Joining is free, and there’s no need to pay before you’ve had a good look around.
Be careful with money
Widowers are targeted by romance scammers too. Be wary of anyone who asks for money, gift cards or bank details, however warm they seem, and however soon after you’ve met.
Questions widowers ask
Is it too soon to start dating again?
Only you can say, and there’s no deadline in either direction. Some widowers want company within months, others wait years. You can join, look around, and step away whenever it doesn’t feel right.
Will people judge me for dating after losing my wife?
This site is centred on widowed singles, so the starting point is understanding, not judgement. Family and friends can take longer to catch up, and that’s normal too.
I’m not great with computers. Is it hard to use?
It works on a phone, tablet or computer, and you can add it to your phone’s home screen so it opens like an app. If you get stuck, support can help.
Do I have to pay to reply to messages?
No. Free members can always read and reply to messages from VIP members. Free members can also send a limited number of messages each day. VIP removes that limit. See what free includes.
How do I know the women I meet are real?
You can look for the verification badge: members can verify their identity for free. You can also block or report anyone. Be careful with anyone who asks for money, however kind they seem. Our safety page explains the signs.
Can I find widowed women near me?
Daily suggestions take distance into account, and VIP members get advanced search filters. You never have to show your exact location. Widowed Mingle is aimed at the US, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand and Canada.
Ready to look around?
Make a free profile, read a few others, and go from there. You can stop at any time.
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