My Honest Experience With Marriage Apps - A Muslim Perspective

Assalamu alaikum, I wanted to share my own experience with marriage apps in case it helps someone on the same path. Over the last few months I tried nearly nine different apps and even paid for a few subscriptions, hoping to find something serious. After spending time, energy, and money, I realized something important: many of these platforms end up draining you, distracting your thoughts, and building unrealistic expectations. What begins with sincere intentions can turn into disappointment. Chats fizzle out, intentions aren’t always clear, and you start to feel worn down. Instead of bringing calm, these apps sometimes take it away. So I chose to step away from all of them - not from anger, but from clarity. I noticed that the constant searching, swiping, and waiting was affecting my focus and my iman. Sometimes letting go is the healthiest option. My simple advice to anyone still using these apps: Be careful. Guard your heart, your time, and your faith. If something disturbs your peace or pulls you away from Allah, it may be wise to step back. And for those still searching like me, remember: "And I entrust my affair to Allah. Indeed, Allah is the Best Disposer of affairs." (adapted meaning) "Perhaps your Lord will give you something better than what you lost. Indeed, we turn to our Lord with hope." (adapted meaning) May Allah make things easy for all of us, grant us what is best for our hearts, and bless us with righteous spouses at the right time. Alhamdulillah.