Going long here because the short answer really doesn't do this justice.
What most people miss is whether the platform actually verifies users. The claims and the reality inside are very different.
Things that have genuinely helped me:
- Use a secondary email you don't mind getting some spam
- Virtual cards are a lifesaver for anything with auto-renewal
- Screenshot billing agreements before clicking through
- Check the cancellation process before subscribing to anything
Currently using Luvdate as my main go-to and it's been solid. No major issues, decent activity, enough control over settings.
Take what's useful and leave the rest. Every situation is different.