No unfortunately they do not 😞

I've had an online friend that I've had for over 20 years. May be rare..but it can happen

It's possible but both have to make a real effort in order to sustain it ...just as in offline too

They can, depending on the people involved. If the two parties make an effort to keep the connection and communication, that can help nurture the friendship over time.

Trust can only be earned after a period of time after getting to know people better in different circumstances.

No because they are not real no matter what you think if you have not met the. Person and hanged out with them got coffee or what ever do you really no then 🤔 I’d say no they could be any one on here that’s the truth we see it all the time

For what they are, yeah. It’s not the same as in person, but I have some friends here that are dear to me and I to them.

Sure! I have some amazing online friends. A few mom friends I get together with every year or two and have for almost a decade.

Tbh I'm dubious about people online. No offense to people here, but you have to be very trusting.

Yes. I have had a few that have lasted many years as friends. If you are open about intent then they work. They knew I was dating and was upfront about being friends only due to distance. I have talked to a few of them through ups and downs in relationships and giving advice on what might work and won't. Online only relationship can work but you both have to be in the same place and be accepting of the limitations.

You just have to be realistic about what they are, I guess. It’s a person that can offer fun and support but always has the ability to ghost without warning and you can’t quite have the same level of trust as in person friend because of that same barrier, but keeping all that in mind… you can have a limited sort of friendship within that.

They can. Most don’t last, but some do.

Yes they do..

Not for me to be honest. All my online friends have not lasted. One friendship was built on manipulation and lies. Even though it lasted a few years it was actually toxic and pathetic. I wish it never happened and glad it’s over

Absolutely 👌

Sometimes but try not to get emotionally attached. It can be devastating when it ends (based on my personal experience)

i'm friends with loads of people online. they are similar to real ones, on the one hand you can't have any physical interaction but you can tell them your deepest and darkest secrets and feelings because if they would try to tell someone you can just block them.
but if ever happens to them like they get sick lose their connection or something you won't know and they might one day just poof disappear!

Yes they can, but as others have said both parties have to make an effort.

A few do and I'm grateful they are my friends

Some do some don't .......plain and simple.....

Yeah I think they can do

they do, i had a good friend that i met on yahoo answers back in the day named ' joannie', we knew each other 17 years, she was an elderly lady from san diego, italian american, she was like a grandmother to me...sadly she passed on months back of terminal cancer.

Some work well.

Some do, some don't, much like in person. If there's a connection and trust they can. I've got some online folks I call friends and have had for years.

They can... i have 1 for 19 years...
Others not for so long but we catch up randomly over the years

Yes I think so. I have two really good friends that I’ve made online over the years. They are both good friends.

Some do, friendship not romance, it's a matter of trust.

I had one for a couple of decades. Its over now.

I want to say yes… but I know that’s not true

Usually not though some friendships can last

I have had a few yes.

Yes. I've had several.

I'm circumspect ...

I have a few good ones.

They can

Absolutely

Occasionally

Sure.

Yes, they definitely can be a great source of support.

no

Some absolutely do, yes.

I think they do. They have for me