For anyone who's looking for a serious relationship with a Jewish partner, JDate is for you! Although the downside of the app is that you have to spend a lot to be able to connect with potential matches, but the results are great! You can search easily depending on your preferences in age, location and can even view every members profiles to know if they are suited for you. Their chat and email functions work great when you become a paid member and you won't need to worry about spams and fake profiles. - Claudette, 29, Female Primary School Teacher
JDate Review Singapore October 2026
- Over 200,000 members in the United States
- Sophisticated matchmaking algorithm
Jdate Singapore in 10 seconds
- One of the largest online dating sites catered for Jewish singles
- Being a premium member allows you to anonymously browse user profiles
- Has over 200,000 members in the United States
- Does employ the use of a sophisticated matchmaking algorithm
- Although members can find friendship and casual dates here, most members sign up to look for long term relationships
- Available in 5 languages: English, Hebrew, French, German, and Spanish
- Has no online advertising
- 43% of the members are Jewish women

“JDate is a fun and engaging site to use. This is because of the icons, appealing extra features, and services as well the use of the flexible member search. Sign up for free and check it out. ”
Better than Jdate
Who is Jdate for, and not for?
- Singles looking for long-term relationship with Jewish singles
- Jewish singles looking to date and fall in love with people who share the same religion and background
- Also good to find friendships with other Jews
- Singles who are looking for casual sex and hookups
- Singles who don't want to pay for premium to access contacting features
- Singles who aren't ready to tie the knot yet or commit to something serious
Jdate pros & cons
- Site has a high success rate and is responsible for 52% of successful Jewish marriages that began online
- Has a user-friendly website and app
- Offers Singles Events online and offline
- Low number of online members on a daily basis
- No other ways of contacting members other than subscribing to premium
- Does not have a sophisticated matchmaking algorithm
- App takes a while to load photos
What Jdate really costs in Singapore
- You can test Jdate free of charge
- You cannot read messages without paying
The notice period on Jdate is 14 days.
Non-paying members can sign up and create an account. Searching for other members is also allowed, but they cannot access their inbox, send messages, chat, or read the forums.
Premium memberships give an all-access pass to features including all the benefits of regular membership. They also get ranked above regular members in all searches.
- Registration and Profile Creation
- Browsing and member search
- Unlimited messaging with members
- Member spotlight
- Profile gets highlighted
- Notifies when messages have been read
How to cancel your Jdate subscription →
Try winner free →Who is signed up on Jdate in Singapore?
Exclusively on DatingScout: online member numbers for dating services are usually far off, so we estimate how many people are really on Jdate from traffic data and interest, updated monthly, with history.
Although the service is offered for both male and female Jewish singles, there is a significantly higher number for women than that of men. The safety and authenticity of the site and the higher possibilities of finding a potential match is a trigger for the female market thus the higher numbers.
Last data update: October 2026
How does Jdate work?
Signing up at Jdate
★★★★★ 4.0/5
Required information
- Name
- Date of birth
- Location
- Your gender
- Your religion
- Profile picture upload
Optional information
- Type of relationship wanted
- Partner's gender
- Partner's location
- Your occupation
- Profile bio / greeting
- Your physical appearance
- Personal questionnaire
- Ideal partner questionnaire
Verification
No verification is required to sign up at Jdate.
Making contact on Jdate
★★★★★ 2.5/5
- Members can search for other members for free
- Only paid members are able to connect with potential partners
- Email features are only allowed for paid members
- Sending messages for free is not possible
- Jdate has a chat function
- Free users can only Like profiles they're interested in
Profile quality
★★★★★ 4.0/5
- Profiles of other members can be searched for free through a search filter indicating gender, age, and location
- Photos of members can also be viewed for free as long as it is approved by the site administrator
- Creation of fake profiles is not possible because of the site's strict safety guidelines
- Once fake profiles are detected, user account automatically gets suspended
- More photos and information means that your profile gets noticed more
- Profiles are pleasantly detailed
- Profile pictures are visible to everybody for free
- You can edit your profile information later
The Jdate app
★★★★★ 4.0/5
- The app is available for download both iOS and Android
- Navigation through the app doesn't require too much tapping nor swiping
The JDate app is designed well and stylish as well as easy to use for members. It makes browsing for dates very pleasant with its cool and catchy interface. The profile section is also well highlighted for the viewing pleasure of every member on the site. Despite having limited features for free members, other features like matchmaking does its job and makes it easy and convenient for members to find their potential partners.
Our field test
★★★★★ 3.0/5
Design & usability
Design and Usability
JDate is designed well and stylish as well as easy to use for members. It makes browsing for dates very pleasant with its cool and catchy interface. The profile section is also well highlighted for the viewing pleasure of every member on the site. Despite having limited features for free members, other features like matchmaking does its job and makes it easy and convenient for members to find their potential partners.
Special features
Although JDate appears to be a serious type of dating site aimied at real dating, there are still some features that lets you enjoy the app to make the dating experience fun and cool!
Showing interest 1
Secret AdmirerFree
One of JDates fun features, this is where users can mark a profile of a person they like and JDate will help that user find out if the other person feels the same way. There is a Secret Admirer section in the site for every member where profiles will be suggested to them. If you are interested in that person, you can mark a heart, a wavy line to be asked later and an ex if no. The preferences for this feature can be edited based on location and age range.
Messaging and contact 1
Kibitz CornerFree
This is an additional feature on JDate where users can answer daily questions and see what others have also answered. This is for the purpose of starting great conversations between potential matches
Community and events 2
JDate events
JDate also offers offline events for members to be able to meet up in person usually in a relaxed group setting.
JLifeFree
JLife is JDate's onsite magazine that offers dating advice and tips and success stories from couples of Jewish marriages that had blossomed online.
Final results
- Best score: Signup, Profile quality and App, all 4.0
- Weakest: Making contact, 2.5
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Jdate FAQ
What is JDate?
JDate is a premier dating site intended for Jewish men and women to look for other Jewish singles.
When was JDate developed?
It was developed in 1997 by Spark Networks USA, which is headquartered in Los Angeles, California
How does JDate work?
JDate helps Jewish single men and women look for potential partners through matches based on their preferences on the profiles
Why isn't my photo showing when I upload them?
As soon as you upload your photos, an "Awaiting Approval" will be shown at the right side of each image. Our administrators will screen every photo uploaded to ensure the safety and quality of the profiles. Even though we try to get your photo submissions through quickly,please allow 24-48 hours for approval.
How do I register with JDate?
You can register on the website or through the app which is available at the Apple store and Google Play for your smartphone.
How do I edit my profile?
To edit your profile, just click on the profile thumbnail at the top right of the page, click on MY PROFILE and then click the EDIT PROFILE button after which all changes will be automatically saved.
How can I tell if a member has read my message on JDate?
All Jdate subscribers can see if other members have read their messages. When viewing your messages with another member, you can look to see if there is a text that says READ below the most recent message. This indicator will appear in bright green.
Is JDate free?
Registering and creating your profile is free for JDate but should you wish to connect with other members, you need to avail the paid plans.
How do I manage my subscription when I purchase through iTunes?
Once you have purchased your plan, only you have the authority to manage your subscription, stop auto-renewal or issue refunds through the settings on iTunes.
Why do I see a $1 charge on my credit card?
When making a purchase on JDate, you may notice a $1 pre-authorization on your credit card, which will be removed within 24 hours.
How can I turn off auto-renewal on JDate?
Automatic renewal is turned on with each subscription purchase. If you purchased your subscription through the website or Android app, you can turn off the automatic renewal feature at any time prior to the renewal date on your Account Settings.
How do I report another member on JDate?
There are two ways to report:
- Inbox: While viewing a message from the member you'd like to report, click on (...) in the upper right-hand corner. Select Report and choose the appropriate category for your concern, then click Send.
- Profile: While viewing the profile for the member you'd like to report, click on (…) underneath a member’s profile picture. Select Report and choose the appropriate category for your concern, then click Send.
Why can’t I log in on JDate?
If you are having trouble logging in, you may check the following:
- Make sure you're using the email address associated with your Jdate account or are logging in through your Facebook account.
- Check that you are entering your correct email address and password. Keep in mind that passwords are case-sensitive.
- Check your computer or mobile device to confirm that you're using the newest version of your web browser.
Is JDate safe?
JDate ensures the safety of its members by reviewing the profiles and pictures that they upload on their pages. However, if there is any suspicious activity, you can contact our customer support who are available to help seven days a week.
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