One to two weeks is the optimum about of time, according to Quinn, as it gives you time to get to know them, but not too much time that you overthink or the spark fizzles.

How long should you talk to someone before meeting?

“Four to five days of chatting before you initiate the date is often the sweet spot. It gives you enough time to build that foundation of trust, but its not so long that the momentum drops off.”

How long should you talk to someone online before you meet?

According to scientists, the longer you wait, the higher the risk of having a disappointing first date. Researchers at the University of South Florida looked into the habits of online daters and found the ideal time frame between sending that first message to meeting in person is within 23 days.

What should you do before meeting someone online?

Before you meet someone in person who youve met online, you want to make sure they are who theyve said they are. The best way to go about this is to have a phone call or live video chat with them. If the person cant video chat with you, ask them to take a selfie holding a sign with particular words on it.