Devices used to access adult online dating sites or apps in the UK 2017, by age group
This statistic illustrates the findings of a survey on the most popular devices used to access adult online dating sites or apps in the United Kingdom (UK) in June 2017, by age group. In contrast to traditional online dating services which are aimed at those who look for friendship or meaningful relationship, adult dating sites provide services to male and female users who seek short-term sexual encounters over the internet. During the survey period, it was found that 54 percent of responding individuals aged between 18 and 29 years reported that they had used their computer to access adult dating sites and apps. Furthermore, the share those aged between 30 to 59 years who used their computer, tablet and smartphone to access adult online dating services was equal and amounted to 64 percent.