Even in this technologically-advanced age we live in, it can sometimes be hard to tell whether someone is single or in a relationship. Maybe you have just someone you find physically attractive, intelligent and witty, but you do not want to overstep your boundaries or make the person feel uncomfortable by asking directly. In other instances, you may have a friend or family member who may have become unusually withdrawn or altogether absent on social media, and you may suspect a breakup is the underlying cause of the silence. Here are some unique ways to find out if someone is single without asking. You can also find out if someone is married.
1.) Online Dating Sites
One inconspicuous way to figure out it someone is single, if you are not directly linked on social media, is to sift through the online dating profiles on some of the top online dating sites. In many cases, you do not have to create a full-fledged account in order be able to access the profiles of singles in your area. If a sign-up is required, put in a generic username or profile registration to gain the access you will need to be able to search through the database of local singles. Not all potentially-single people have online dating profiles, so do not get discouraged and jump to conclusions if you do not find your crush on any of these online dating sites. Some may even have hidden dating profiles.
2.) Social Media
Social media profiles can be a wealth of information when it comes to identifying signs he’s single. If you are friends with a person on social media and their relationship status is not posted or visible, you can still find out the relationship status. Maybe you are not directly connected to a person on social media and their profile is completely hidden. In either scenario, pictures tell a thousand words. Any visible photos may indicate a potential relationship.
You can visit the profiles of people who frequently comment on or like the photos of the potentially-single person to gain insight. You may be able to uncover posts or photos on other pages that will directly or indirectly give you the information to make the determination as to whether or not someone in single. You may see a picture or post that may hint at the possibility of a relationship. It is important to note the date and the context of the picture or post to accurately determine whether the relationship is plausible.
3.) Third Parties
A third-party friend can be a wealth of information and can quickly pick up signs she’s single. You want to make sure that this person is trustworthy, so your crush does not inadvertently find out about your inquisition. If your third-party friend knows your crush well, he or she may be able to give you a direct answer without the need for additional research. If it is not known, a third-party friend can ask the right questions and in the right context to get a definitive answer for you; he or she can do this without coming on too strong or making your crush feel embarrassed or uncomfortable.
4.) Search Engines
A search engine can provide a wealth of information on a person. If you know the full name of the person you are interested in pursuing, you may be able to do a background check or find detailed information on any of the top search engines. Previous and current addresses, property ownership, divorce and marital records are all public knowledge and can be found online with enough research and invested time. If you are patient and can take the time to compile a list of data from your research and cross-reference the information and timelines with social media accounts, you may very likely be able to discover a person’s current relationship status.
There are many reasons why it may be beneficial to refrain from asking a person to reveal their relationship status. Some people are too shy to ask, while others have old-fashioned values and respect a person’s right to privacy. There are a lot of people who think that discussing relationships is taboo or tacky. Thankfully, we live in the digital era. If you have basic investigative and internet searching skills or a trusted friend or third-party resource, you can find out if a person is single and ready to mingle.
