In the past, I would only use dating websites to meet men. I've lived in mostly small towns where it's impossible to find gay men around my age. And since I was homeschooled throughout high school, I wasn't exposed to any possible high school sweethearts. I gave up online dating websites about a year and half ago, though. They're too messy and risky. Plus, nearly everybody on them is only looking for sex. Catfish made me really hate online dating.
I've found that the connection is much stronger when you know somebody offline for awhile before pursuing a relationship with them. I crave that strangers > acquaintances > friends > close friends > boyfriends progression now.