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Did you join a dating app ready to meet people but ended up uninstalling the app before getting a date?
Me too. Several times, actually.
Trying new apps can be scary, especially when your heart is on the line, but know that you're not alone.
In fact, 366 million people used dating apps in 2022, and around 25% of them are looking for a long-term relationship.
#1 There's an app for everything
Turns out that my first bad experiences in online dating happened because of my app choice.
There are are dating apps based on relationship types, personality traits, physical features, hobbies, and religion.
You can start with one that looks appealing and go from there, or do some research to find the most popular app for the type of people you'd like to meet.
LGTBQ+ friendly
Most popular worldwide
Famous for casual dating
Free with 3 membership options
Lots of fake profiles and bots
LGTBQ+ friendly
Empowers women to make the first move
Anti-ghosting systems
Free with 2 membership options
Genuine profiles
LGTBQ+ friendly
Popular for people over 30
Aimed at serious relationships
Requires a membership
Organizes in-person events
Quiz
Mary wants to find someone special for a relationship. She prefers free apps and wants to avoid bad experiences. Which dating apps would be best for Mary? Select all that apply:
Hinge and Bumble have great results for free. Also, they balance plenty of users with good security.
#2 The key is in the profile
Most people will swipe right or "like" your profile based on what they see, not what they read.
So, to have good results in online dating, you need a great profile, starting with your photos.
Ask a friend to take some pictures or dive into your social media in search of your best angles.
When you’re done, it's time to write a bio and answer prompts!
Think about what you want and who you are.
Use wit and humor to start better conversations.
Before swiping, complete all of your information and set preferences. This will help you get compatible matches.
#3 Money, money, money
Most dating apps will offer paid subscriptions or extra features.
You might be thinking, "Do I really have to pay?" That depends on:
your interests
which dating app you choose
your budget
A great option, especially when you’re starting, is to try freemium dating apps like Hinge, Facebook Dating, or Boo. They offer premium features for free.
They will let you see who liked you, give you experience on how dating apps work, and offer a chance to meet new people without spending a penny!
Did you know?
If you have Facebook on your phone, you already have Facebook Dating. Use it without fear! You can set up your profile to avoid friends from finding you.
#4 Stay safe
You can never be too careful when using dating apps.
Leave any conversation that makes you uncomfortable.
Stay alert in case you run into fake profiles or possible scams.
Trust your instincts when something feels off.
Unmatch or report suspicious profiles.
Avoid sharing personal information.
Exchange numbers before meeting in person.
#5 Go at your own pace
Finding the right person can take time, so don't lose hope if you don't match with your true soulmate immediately. It’s okay to take breaks or go slowly.
Improve your profile as you go to meet the type of people that interest you and patiently reply to all the "Hey, how are you?" messages you get, especially at the beginning.
Before meeting in person, use the voice or video call features that most apps have! It's a good way to ease the pressure and see if you get along well enough.
In the end, what matters is that you’re comfortable and have a good time.
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This Byte has been authored by
Patricia Parral
Graphic Designer and Copyeditor
Bachelors Degree