"Seeking Love Beyond Apps: The Rise of Google Docs Dating"
As people experience burnout from dating apps, some are turning to Google Docs to find love. Dubbed "date-me docs," these documents resemble personal ads from the past and offer a more detailed and meaningful way to connect with potential partners. Users create profiles that include age, gender, sexual orientation, hobbies, interests, and their best and worst attributes. While the number of "date-me doc" creators is small, it is growing among those in the technology industry in major U.S. cities. This alternative approach to online dating provides a potential antidote to app burnout, although it may result in fewer matches due to limited engagement.