There has been a lot of talk, debate, and even confusion about how Tinder actually works. In fact, some of the main features of the dating app like partner links remain a bit of a mystery to many users.
Judging by a Reddit thread about Tinder, the links look more like Math than love match. In other words, A is link 1 and B is link 2. Is there an X between A and B? Okay, that’s a deliberate exaggeration. However, if you take a closer look at the Tinder algorithm, you’ll notice that there is more Math for matching than you might expect.
This article will take you deep into Tinder zones and clarify common links.
Is it a Chess Game?
A few years ago, reporter Austin Carr was allowed insider access and previews of private ratings on Tinder. What’s more, the app has a vague explanation of how it connects users.
At the time, Tinder was using the ELO rating, which is the same as the one that calculates the scores of chess players. In summary, the more swipes to the right the higher your score, but the app also takes into account users who swipe right. In contrast, people with a similar number of right swipes and interests were connected.
Sounds simple, right? But according to Tinder, the ELO rating is yesterday’s news, and the new way to connect uses a lot more variables. There’s also some speculation that if someone Tinder finds attractive swipes your profile, you’ll score much higher.
Regardless, the basic principle of affiliate links is still pretty simple. Keep reading to learn more.
Common Links Uncertain
Affiliate links is a feature that lets you determine if you and your spouse have the same Facebook friend. This is also known as a 1st degree connection, and theoretically anyone on Tinder can have one or more common connections.
Of course, the more friends you have on Facebook, the better your chances of making common connections. However, what is the purpose of affiliate links? Overall, they’ll let you reduce six degrees of separation to one, and perhaps use the common link as a conversation starter.
What are 2nd Degree Connections?
Despite the 2nd degree quantifier, these still fall under the category of common links. And again, it’s all about you and your match on Tinder. A 2nd degree link occurs when you and your Tinder match are two separate friends who are Facebook friends with each other.
To make things even simpler, Tinder uses social graph and social media to tell you how far you are from someone. And depending on your match, you may have both 1st and 2nd degree affiliate connections, only one of the two, or none at all.
Where Do Affiliate Links Live?
When you swipe left and right on Tinder, a small group icon will occasionally appear below the user’s profile picture. Tap this icon and you will be able to see your 1st and 2nd degree connections on Facebook.
However, this feature works both ways and your profile will appear as a public link to other users as well. However, some people do not feel comfortable appearing in public link lists and therefore choose to disable the feature.
If you don’t want your Facebook friends to see you in the app, you need to disable Tinder Social. Access Tinder settings, go to “Show me on Tinder Social” and tap the switch next to the option to turn it off.
Useful Facebook Limits
You should know that without Tinder Social you will minimize your chances of being invited on a date locally. So instead of disabling the feature, you can set some limitations on the Facebook side.
Click the small triangle in the upper right corner, select Settings from the drop-down menu, then click Apps & Websites.
Select Tinder and change App Visibility to Only Me. This way your Facebook friends and friends or friends can’t see that you’re on Tinder.
Why Should You Use Tinder Without Facebook?
Shared links are an elegant feature designed to bring people closer together, but there are also some shortcomings. For example, what would you do if you saw that a friend’s spouse was active on the app? Best guess is to tell your friend.
Then, your relatives, professors, cousins, boss, etc. you can find their profiles. Therefore, it may be best to limit visibility to some extent to save yourself the boredom or even embarrassment.
happy dating
Along with Facebook, Tinder also connects to your Instagram account. Potential matches preview the last 35 images you’ve posted. Also, although there is still no public link feature for Instagram, they can go straight to your Instagram profile and check everything out.
There has been a lot of talk, debate, and even confusion about how Tinder actually works. In fact, some of the main features of the dating app like partner links remain a bit of a mystery to many users.
Judging by a Reddit thread about Tinder, the links look more like Math than love match. In other words, A is link 1 and B is link 2. Is there an X between A and B? Okay, that’s a deliberate exaggeration. However, if you take a closer look at the Tinder algorithm, you’ll notice that there is more Math for matching than you might expect.
This article will take you deep into Tinder zones and clarify common links.
Is it a Chess Game?
A few years ago, reporter Austin Carr was allowed insider access and previews of private ratings on Tinder. What’s more, the app has a vague explanation of how it connects users.
At the time, Tinder was using the ELO rating, which is the same as the one that calculates the scores of chess players. In summary, the more swipes to the right the higher your score, but the app also takes into account users who swipe right. In contrast, people with a similar number of right swipes and interests were connected.
Sounds simple, right? But according to Tinder, the ELO rating is yesterday’s news, and the new way to connect uses a lot more variables. There’s also some speculation that if someone Tinder finds attractive swipes your profile, you’ll score much higher.
Regardless, the basic principle of affiliate links is still pretty simple. Keep reading to learn more.
Common Links Uncertain
Affiliate links is a feature that lets you determine if you and your spouse have the same Facebook friend. This is also known as a 1st degree connection, and theoretically anyone on Tinder can have one or more common connections.
Of course, the more friends you have on Facebook, the better your chances of making common connections. However, what is the purpose of affiliate links? Overall, they’ll let you reduce six degrees of separation to one, and perhaps use the common link as a conversation starter.
What are 2nd Degree Connections?
Despite the 2nd degree quantifier, these still fall under the category of common links. And again, it’s all about you and your match on Tinder. A 2nd degree link occurs when you and your Tinder match are two separate friends who are Facebook friends with each other.
To make things even simpler, Tinder uses social graph and social media to tell you how far you are from someone. And depending on your match, you may have both 1st and 2nd degree affiliate connections, only one of the two, or none at all.
Where Do Affiliate Links Live?
When you swipe left and right on Tinder, a small group icon will occasionally appear below the user’s profile picture. Tap this icon and you will be able to see your 1st and 2nd degree connections on Facebook.
However, this feature works both ways and your profile will appear as a public link to other users as well. However, some people do not feel comfortable appearing in public link lists and therefore choose to disable the feature.
If you don’t want your Facebook friends to see you in the app, you need to disable Tinder Social. Access Tinder settings, go to “Show me on Tinder Social” and tap the switch next to the option to turn it off.
Useful Facebook Limits
You should know that without Tinder Social you will minimize your chances of being invited on a date locally. So instead of disabling the feature, you can set some limitations on the Facebook side.
Click the small triangle in the upper right corner, select Settings from the drop-down menu, then click Apps & Websites.
Select Tinder and change App Visibility to Only Me. This way your Facebook friends and friends or friends can’t see that you’re on Tinder.
Why Should You Use Tinder Without Facebook?
Shared links are an elegant feature designed to bring people closer together, but there are also some shortcomings. For example, what would you do if you saw that a friend’s spouse was active on the app? Best guess is to tell your friend.
Then, your relatives, professors, cousins, boss, etc. you can find their profiles. Therefore, it may be best to limit visibility to some extent to save yourself the boredom or even embarrassment.
happy dating
Along with Facebook, Tinder also connects to your Instagram account. Potential matches preview the last 35 images you’ve posted. Also, although there is still no public link feature for Instagram, they can go straight to your Instagram profile and check everything out.
