Local passengers will be unable to find their perfect partner during their train journeys - but operator Northern says there is a good reason.
Northern's WIFI is provided by the 'Friendly WIFI' scheme, which blocks certain categories of content including content related to dating.
Other categories including, gambling, alcohol and adult content have also been blocked by the WIFI provider.
Friendly WiFi ensures Northern’s on-board internet service meets minimum filtering standards given the fact children could be present.
Matt Rice, chief operating officer at Northern, said:
“We welcome millions of people on-board our trains every year and access to safe and reliable internet is part and parcel of our customers’ expectations.
“Whilst some dating websites and users will operate with appropriate levels of self-moderation, some might not and it’s important that content not suitable for everyone to see or hear - particularly children – isn’t viewed on our trains."
He added:
“With some of the other banned categories, it’s simply about ensuring that there is sufficient bandwidth for all our customers to use while they’re on the go.
“This on-board dating app embargo aside, we wish our single customers all the best in their search for their perfect partner.”
Northern has been a member of the Friendly WiFi scheme, which is delivered in partnership with the UK Council for Child Internet Safety (UKCCIS), since 2017.
Northern is the second largest train operator in the UK, with nearly 2,500 services a day to more than 500 stations across the North of England.
To find out more visit their website here.

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