If you’re currently on a dating app, you know how easy it is to get caught up in too many conversations. Who doesn’t love a little bit of column A and column B? And when you’re just getting to know someone, it seems like a good idea to keep your options open until you find someone you really click with. But is having multiple conversations really the best move?

According to Laurel House, an eharmony relationship expert, the answer is yes. "Online dating is a great way to diversify your dating options. More than just diversifying in terms of the dating platform, you can date people of different religions, races, ages, life paths, professions, interests, etc.," she tells Lifehacker. "While historically you may have only dated one specific type of person, now that you have access to a variety of other 'types,' it's time to be an 'equal dater' and date differently. If you go into it with an open mind, you might surprise yourself and find that your perfect partner is the complete opposite of your typical type."

Opening yourself up to dating different types will naturally increase the number of potential dates, but it doesn't have to be overwhelming, says House.

"The majority won't make it past the pre-qualification stage and they'll be eliminated. The beauty of online dating is that you don't have to waste time in person, while minimizing resentment for ending it before it's even started," she explains. So with that in mind, how many dating conversations is the perfect number?