italki Language Partners feels like a dating site - how do you find a genuine language exchange partner? I'm brand new to being an active user on italki.  Since I scheduled my first trial lesson last night, I have been inundated with messages from community members wanting to practice English/Spanish.  I think this is an excellent resource, but I can't help but notice that all of the people who have messaged me (minus one) are men.  I honestly feel like I've just joined a dating site and am overwhelmed.  I've received five new messages now in the last 45 minutes!  Wondering if anyone else (especially women) have experienced this on italki.  I feel pretty uncomfortable giving out my WhatsApp or Skype ID to strangers online, even in this context.  How do you find genuine language-learning partners?  Should I just stick to my paid lessons with my teacher?  Any other advice would be appreciated.  Thank you!