SeniorMatch Enhances User Safety with Real-Time Video Verification
SeniorMatch, a leading dating site for seniors, has introduced a real-time video verification feature to improve safety and authenticity on its platform. This step comes as the rise of AI-generated images and fake profiles has made online dating increasingly challenging, especially for those seeking genuine connections or those who lack tech-literacy and have a poor understanding of dating sites as a whole – which, naturally, includes many seniors.
The new feature requires all new users to record a short, real-time video within the app using their device’s camera. The video must follow specific guidelines, such as particular poses and movements, to confirm the user’s identity. SeniorMatch’s dedicated 24/7 team reviews these videos manually to ensure compliance and authenticity. Suspicious accounts are flagged and removed, reinforcing the platform’s zero-tolerance policy against scams and fake profiles.
User privacy is a priority in this process. Verification videos are strictly used for identity confirmation and are not shared or visible to other members. By implementing this feature, SeniorMatch aims to create a more secure and reliable environment where seniors can safely build meaningful connections, something that will make a massive difference to a platform where many users may not fully understand how to stay safe online.