Can an online friend be really considered a friend?

Personally I don’t think so anymore. Just because they know everything and you’ll have deep meaningful conversations does not make them a friend.

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Evened · 51-55, M

What defines friendship then if not such aspects?

solitaire · 41-45, F

People being there for you in person as well makes all the difference. To me at least @Evened

Evened · 51-55, M

@solitaire Okay, then it's your own perception. I have a good friend, I would go so far to say that he is my best friend and we met online. It took ten years until we met in person but I wouldn't say that he's not been a friend all the time before.

solitaire · 41-45, F

Wow @Evened

Evened · 51-55, M

@solitaire just seeing other replies here, I would say it's really a personal preference or expectation so possibly there is no general reply to your initial question.