haha love the title, gotta say the dating network thing always feels like chasing a ghost sometimes. i mean, when i started back in 2013, the game was different but the principles stayed the same. traffic quality and conversion still rule the roost, no matter what year it is. seen a lot of old players trying to squeeze juice out of the same old machine and still hitting a wall, so yeah, some of these networks just fade into the background even if they claim to be "working." the data doesn't lie, if it's not converting in 2025 it's probably time to rethink your funnel or your traffic source. i've had my share of wins and fails in this space, and one thing i learned is that the basics stay the same. test, optimize, rinse, repeat. if the network isn't bringing in the right quality or the flow is creaky, no fancy gimmick will save you. some networks are just dead weight, even if they're still around. gotta keep your eyes open for the next wave, and don't be afraid to walk away if the CPA stays stubborn. for me, it's about adapting fast and not chasing shiny objects. my two cents, from a guy who's been in this game way too long to still fall for the hype.