Study highlights how communication, curiosity, and collaborative exploration are reshaping non-traditional relationships
-- 3rder, a polyamory dating app, today released new insights into modern relationship dynamics. The report reveals that approximately 20% of couples exploring relationships on its platform exhibit characteristics of “ Tolyamory.”
“ Tolyamory ” describes a dynamic in which one partner participates in non-monogamous exploration primarily to support the other’s curiosity, rather than from strong personal interest. The insights are drawn from anonymized user behavior and voluntary survey responses collected between November 2025 and February 2026 from several thousand users across North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. The report is available upon request from 3rder.
The findings point to a broader shift in how couples approach relationships, with communication, trust, and shared experiences increasingly prioritized over simply finding new partners.
Exploration as a Shared, Phased Experience
Trends on the platform show that couples increasingly treat third-partner exploration as a collaborative process
Key observations include:
- 78% of couples browse potential matches together
- 35% only consider meeting in person after detailed discussions about boundaries
- 15% go on to form ongoing open or polyamorous relationships
The study also identifies a preliminary stage called the “ Curiosity Phase,” where 3rder Announces New Report on Evolving Trends in Non-Traditional couples explore possibilities through profile browsing, discussing fantasies, and setting boundaries before taking realworld action.
Two Key Motivational Patterns
Partner-Driven Exploration ( “ Tolyamory ” ) Anna and John ( pseudonyms) represent couples where curiosity starts with one partner. “Initially, I wasn’t particularly interested in meeting a third person,” Anna said. “But discussing John’s curiosity strengthened our communication. Over time, it became part of our relationship.”
Mutual Curiosity Other couples share the same level of interest from the beginning. “We’re both curious about meeting new people together,” said Lily and Mark (pseudonyms). “Even browsing profiles and discussing preferences has been a fun way to connect.” In both cases, communication and trust remain central.
Communication at the Core
According to 3rder CEO Alice Lee, these findings reflect a shift in relationship exploration.
“For many couples, exploration begins long before any real-world meeting. Browsing profiles and discussing boundaries can be meaningful on their own. The Curiosity Phase is where many couples build trust. Communication and trust are not just part of the process—they are the foundation.”
Key Takeaway: The Journey Itself Matters
3rder’s insights underscore a fundamental shift in modern relationship dynamics: the process of exploration is becoming as important as the outcome. Whether driven by partner curiosity or mutual interest, couples increasingly emphasize communication, boundarysetting, and shared experience, highlighting a more intentional approach to non-traditional relationships.
About 3rder
3rder is an open-minded dating app for couples and individuals exploring diverse relationship dynamics, including open relationships, polyamory, and threeway connections. The platform provides a transparent and respectful environment for communication and dating.
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