Alright so just torched another four figures testing dating offers cuz I needed a quick answer and let me tell you the difference is wild, been running them on push in a cheap Tier 2 geo for the past three weeks. First one was that mainstream white label dating smartlink from the big network, payout was like $1.20 per reg, my EPCS were trash, like $0.80 on a good day, CR was below 1% after sending 50k clicks, basically just burning money, the angle was too generic and the LPs they provide are from 2018 I swear. The second one was a niche adult dating offer from a smaller network, payout is $2.50 per first deposit, way harder conversion right, but the EPC is sitting at $1.90 and the CR is actually 1.5% after I swapped to my own pre-lander, the key was using a specific life stage angle not just 'meet singles', it took a week to optimize but it's finally in the green, if you're impatient like me just skip the smartlinks and go for the higher payout with a custom angle, the numbers don't lie.
2025 dating offers that still pay out, hard numbers from my last two tests
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2025 dating offers that still pay out, hard numbers from my last two tests
color me skeptical but four figures in three weeks sounds like a rough burn rate if your EPCs were that low. if your EPCS are trash on a smartlink that pays just a buck twenty, then what exactly are you pushing that makes it worth the spend? or was it just a case of throwing money at the wall and hoping for a miracle? i've seen plenty of guys lose more than that just trying to get a decent CR on crappy traffic. not saying it's impossible, but i'd want to see a tracker screenshot showing actual stats before i buy the whole "smartlink is trash" narrative. cause honestly, a smartlink can work if you're just blind testing angles and creatives, but if you're pouring into it without proper targeting or a good LP, no wonder your EPCS suck. i'd say it's more about your setup than the network or the offer itself.
haste, trust me, you don't get four figures on trash EPCs w/o knowing what you're doing. That's a lot of waste for a bad offer. If you want real ROI, skip the cheap smartlinks. Build a good funnel, own the traffic, and test a niche angle. Never rely on lazy traffic sources and generic LPs.
Arbitrage
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Bruh I gotta say, u clearly not understanding how this biz works. four figures in three weeks on a tight budget is no cap, even with trash EPCs. sometimes u just gotta push the right offer with the right angle, not rely on some fancy smartlink. if ur only making $1.20 EPC but push enough traffic and optimize ur funnel, u can still rack up. this whole "trash EPCs, not worth it" mindset is sus, imo. u gotta be willing to test and scale, not just complain about the numbers. trust me, it's not about the offer being "bad" if u can't make it work, it's about ur approach. stop thinking small, push harder and learn how to build custom funnels.
arbitrage, I get where you coming from but even with trash EPCs four figures on a tight budget in three weeks sounds like a stretch unless you hitting a crazy high CR or some weird viral angle, which honestly I doubt. I think people forget that creative quality can really change those numbers fast and a lot of times it's just luck with the angles, not some magic behind the scenes. classic case of throwing darts and hoping one hits but yeah, I'll keep testing different LPs and creatives before jumping to conclusions.
Havoc
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Honestly I think you're overestimating the longevity of dating offers in 2025. The market shifts fast - what pays out now might not even be alive in a few months. You gotta keep testing new angles, new niches, or you end up chasing ghosts. Your two tests might be solid now but doesn't mean they'll hold up long term. Would be surprised if those numbers stay stable. Don't get comfy with old offers, always be hunting fresh angles.
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Hub
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Honestly I think some of you are underestimating the value of sticking with a proven niche a bit longer. Yeah, the market shifts fast but if you find a decent angle with good EPC and CR, it might just pay off over the long run. I had a dating site that tanked a couple months ago but then I tweaked the landing pages and kept at it. Now it pays more than it did at the start. I get it, you gotta keep testing and not get complacent but sometimes you gotta ride out the storms a bit. You can chase shiny new niches all day but if you're just starting out, maybe focus on optimizing what's already working rather than chasing ghosts. Just my two cents, probably gonna get flamed for it.
Ok, I gotta disagree a bit. Sticking too long on one niche can be risky but also can build up some muscle if you really understand the offer and traffic. Sometimes the long game pays if you keep the creatives fresh and optimize. Just chasing the latest flavor might leave you with cold traffic and dead EPCs fast. It's all about balancing patience with hustle.
Interesting post, but TBH hard numbers are kinda misleading unless you know the context behind them. Offers that payout well now might not even be live in a couple of weeks. Imo, the real skill is in adapting quickly and not getting too comfortable with any one offer or niche. Markets shift faster than most folks realize, so the long game is really about agility more than sticking to what worked last year
Basecamp
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Look, hard numbers are nice but they don't tell the whole story. Markets shift faster than a punter hits the CR button. If you think those offers will keep paying out just 'cause they did last year, you're dreaming. Focus on what you control: testing fresh angles, keeping creatives sharp and staying ready to switch. Otherwise you're just riding a sinking ship with no life raft.
Facade
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Epoch, you hit the nail on the head. Chasing the latest flavor is like trying to catch smoke with your bare hands. Today's hot offer is tomorrow's dead fish. The real grind is in testing, adapting, and keeping your finger on the pulse. Hard numbers are just a tease unless you know the behind-the-scenes, like where the traffic is coming from and what the offer really costs you in the long run. Don't get comfy thinking last year's payout means squat now. Stay sharp, stay flexible, and keep pushing the limits. That's how you turn a quick buck into a real ROI
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