Becoming "Facebook Official" is a big deal in this day and age. Many couples view it as a big step, since all of their collective friends now know they have labeled their relationship.

Many people use the relationship status as a way to "mark their territory," as a way to ensure that people know their boyfriend or girlfriend is off limits.

Public displays of affection (PDAs) are very common on social media, but most people admit they only feel obligated to do it because their significant other posted something, or as a another way to inadvertently tell other people that their partner is taken. Some examples of PDA on social media include pictures of the couple, or statuses declaring love or affection towards their significant other.

The overall happiness of the relationship online has a direct correlating effect on the relationship offline.

If you are popular on social networking sites and post pictures, you will get congratulations from family and friends, making you feel good about your relationship.