The Best Relationship & Dating Subreddits in 2026

Relationship subreddits are some of the most-read communities on Reddit. They're best for perspective from strangers who aren't involved — take the advice as input, not verdicts.

These are the best relationship and dating subreddits in 2026.

Published . Member counts are approximate; activity checked September 25, 2026.

The best relationship subreddits

  1. 1
    r/relationship_advice15M+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Relationship advice

    The largest relationship advice community.

  2. 2
    r/relationships3.5M+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Detailed advice

    More structured posts and moderated advice.

  3. 3
    r/dating_advice4.5M+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Dating advice

    Help with dating and early relationships.

  4. 4
    r/dating6M+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Dating discussion

    General dating conversation.

  5. 5
    r/datingoverthirty1.1M+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Dating over 30

    Dating advice for people 30 and older.

  6. 6
    r/Marriage810K+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Marriage

    Married life and challenges.

  7. 7
    r/LongDistance2.3M+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Long-distance

    Support for long-distance couples.

  8. 8
    r/BreakUps380K+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Breakups

    Support after a breakup.

  9. 9
    r/AskMen6.5M+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Men's perspectives

    Questions answered by men.

  10. 10
    r/Advice1.2M+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: General advice

    Advice on any life problem.

  11. 11
    r/internetparents230K+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Life guidance

    Supportive, parent-style advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best relationship advice subreddit?

r/relationship_advice is the largest; r/relationships is more structured.

Is there a dating subreddit for people over 30?

Yes, r/datingoverthirty.

Where can I get support after a breakup?

r/BreakUps is a supportive community for breakups.

Can I claim a dead dating or relationship subreddit?

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