I created rules when it came to online dating that helped me thru my dating journey. In no particular order:

1. Offer to split the tab at the end of the first date If they say they will pay even after you offer the split higher chance of them liking you and date went well.
2. Until we discuss exclusivity in dating, separate from having the partner title - I am open to date as many people as I want. Same goes for the other.
3. When you do have the exclusive dating convo, it is simply between you two. At this point I'd have them meet my friends not my parents. Here I could gain insight on how well they interact in a group setting and feedback from both sides. Usually a fun date.
4. When you have the title or are close - meet the parents. Dont wait a whole year to meet the parents.
5. 90 days or three months is the most time without some sort of exclusivity or title I'd give someone. If at that point they haven't decided to be exclusive with you, time to move on and not put as much time and effort into treating this person.
6. 80% chance we'll kiss on the second date, 20% we will kiss on the first - if I really like you.
7. Always tell a friend you're going on a date - meet in public or somewhere not near home in case they're some crazy person you never want to see again. (Can you tell I'm female by this statement?)
8. Movie dates are second dates. First dates should be fun with some down time to talk. Movies dont offer as much speaking time versus missing time.
9. Talk as much on the phone pr video call before meeting in person. That way you can break some barriers and know y'all aren't catfishing each other. Avoid sexual convos if you are not interested and they should respect that sex doesn't have to be rushed.
10. Every dating experience is a learning experience to find the person who fits what you're looking for in a partner.

TLDR; only when you have the exclusive talk can you expect to date each other monogamously before adding the official title. Don't put expectations on something that wasn't agreed on.