Tinder has changed the way we date, maybe forever, maybe not. The average user spends more than an hour a day swiping mostly left and sometimes right. If you’re using the dating app and want to get more matches on Tinder, this post is for you.
Tinder is more of a numbers game, but there are things you can do to increase your chances. They work for both men and women, but there are clearly some differences in the genders’ approach to dating.
Get more matches on Tinder with better images
Tinder’s first rule of thumb is to only post great pictures. The type of image depends on whether you are a boy or a girl, but the fact that they should be good is universal.
Girls should mostly post photos of their faces alone. Don’t get too close, don’t pout unless your last name is Kardashian, and try to avoid selfies as much as possible. Men respond to genuine smiles, camera eye contact, and sexy faces.
Men should also avoid selfies, not pose with your siblings, stick to your face, smile and dress nicely. Unlike men, women like a bit of mystery, so not making eye contact with the camera is a useful technique. Make sure you’re well-groomed and don’t be afraid to show a picture of yourself with a cute animal, just make it look real!
Quality images taken by someone else for both genders will get you more matches on Tinder.
Get more matches on Tinder with a better bio
A good bio ranks second after the image but still plays an important role in getting more matches. Your images are the bait and the bio is the hook. Your images will grab attention and now it’s up to your bio to keep it and get the right scrolling.
Ground rules for a good Tinder bio:
- Keep it short and nice.
- Use humor, but only if it comes naturally. Avoid if you’re not funny.
- Be positive and optimistic.
- Add an element of fun if possible.
- Read your bio proof by gender to go.
- Change it regularly.
The Tinder bio is one of the few areas where the recommendation is not applicable. I can tell you what to do, but now exactly how to do it. You need to tailor your bio to suit your personality, lifestyle, likes and dislikes. I can’t do this for you.
Writing a Tinder bio is an investment. Just as spending a few hours creating amazing images is an investment that pays off, so is spending time writing a bio. In fact, write a few and replace them every few weeks.
Don’t write a biography and publish it now. write it down. Sleep on it, edit it, and then edit some more. When you’re happy, get a member of the same gender you go to check out. Use someone you trust to give honest feedback and don’t be afraid to change their bio based on their recommendations.
Get more matches on Tinder with a better opening line
The Tinder landing line is another area where I can’t make any applicable advice. I can tell you what you should not do and approximately what you should do, but I cannot tell you exactly what you should do. I’m sorry for this.
One of the biggest complaints from all Tinder users is lame opening lines. Just saying ‘Hey’ or ‘Hello’ is not enough. There are many websites that say they have the best opening lines for Tinder or list what they think are the best openings. Most are rubbish and won’t get you a match.
Whether it’s fun/interesting/funny/mysterious/cool or creative, you need to tailor your opener to the person’s bio to prove you’ve read it. The more effort and interest you put into your opening line, the better your chances of getting a match. That’s a lot of work for a line or two!
Avoid pickup lines unless you’re funny. Avoid being cheesy, talking about sex, body parts, or any sexual act unless you know it will be well received. Try to be funny but at least try to be creative and original. Most lines have already been used on Tinder and the person you want to match with has probably seen or heard of them. Don’t be one in the crowd. Take attention.
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