Today, social media is everywhere. This includes Instagram, Facebook and Snapchat, and it is how people stay connected, share memories and even start relationships. But these online interactions are ruining real-life romance, making dating more complicated and less meaningful.

Even though social media may make communication easier, it isn’t always in a good way. Instead of actual face-to-face conversations, people rely on texting and direct messages to stay connected. Even though this may seem more convenient, there are no genuine, heartfelt discussions—only Snap streaks and a simple “wyd?” which lacks the depth and emotional expression necessary in a relationship.

Words on a screen cannot fully replace hearing someone's voice and reading their facial expressions. This makes it harder for people to truly understand each other, leading to miscommunication and distance between partners.

Another factor is the pressure to look perfect. Couples online only post their happiest moments together, making their relationship seem flawless. This results in unrealistic expectations, so instead of focusing on genuine emotions, people feel obligated to live up to the “picture-perfect” relationships.

Social media can also cause jealousy and make trust more difficult to maintain. For instance, if someone sees their partner liking and commenting on another person’s post or even following someone new, it can lead to doubts or insecurity—even if nothing is wrong. It is easy to assume the worst and overthink small interactions. When people constantly check their partner’s activity, it can lead to unnecessary fights from minor misunderstandings. The key factor in a strong relationship is trust, and social media makes every interaction visible, making it harder to build.

The most important thing is to focus on real connections rather than how you appear online. Love is not about likes, followers or how perfect a relationship looks on social media, but about the genuine moments shared between two people.