Modern dating trends: How GenZ and millennials are building honest connections

Modern dating has many new terms like 'breadcrumbing' and 'ghosting.' While these may sound negative, a recent survey by the dating app QuackQuack gives a more positive view. It shows that both GenZ and millennials are learning to handle dating in their ways. They are aware of these trends and are trying to build honest connections.
The survey asked over 10,000 people aged 18 to 35 from cities, towns, and villages. The goal was to understand how each generation deals with dating today. Ravi Mittal, Founder and CEO of QuackQuack, said, “Both generations are changing. Their ways are different, but they share a goal—to find real connections. Today, people value honesty more than mystery.”
One key finding was how GenZ deals with mixed signals. 43 per cent of GenZ daters said they set clear boundaries. Tonya (23) from Delhi said, "We ask questions. If something isn’t going anywhere, we want to know." Millennials, on the other hand, focus more on emotions. The survey found that 4 in 5 Millennials are careful about defining relationships. Adar (30), a professor from Bangalore, said, “We look for the good in people, not just the problems.”
Good news came from both groups: toxic dating trends are falling. Many said they now look for meaningful conversations. Even love languages are changing. GenZ prefers emojis and memes, while many Millennials still enjoy thoughtful texts. But both agree—what matters most is saying the right thing, the right way.