The first online dating site debuted twenty years ago but none have ever asked their users to not use pictures. Emily Mui of Canada wants to change that with a dating service called Quitlooking.

In the age of instagram and selfie sticks, it may seem counter-intuitive that a dating website is opting to go without photos but the explanation actually makes perfect sense. Not so much because of the claim about "stand[ing] up against our appearance obsessed society" as, honestly, appearances do matter when pairing up.

The sensible part is about offering a service "for people such as police officers, politicians, teachers, social workers, doctors- people who don't want their face plastered all over dating sites." This. This is the part that makes perfect sense.

It may not be for those looking for a quick hook up by swiping right, but it certainly seems like a de cent option for those seeking some privacy (although the worry would be that the privacy turns it into a site for cheaters to play the field-- am I being too cynical?)

Learn more about Mui's Quitlooking idea at her Quitlooking Kickstarter page.

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