Dr. Ravi Singh

WHO?

Tinder is a geosocial networking site and online dating application.

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WHAT THEY DO?

Tinder allows users to anonymously swipe to like or dislike other profiles based on their photos, bio, and shared interests. Tinder also allows users to exchange messages.

HOW THEY WORK?

Tinder is a free app available on both iOS and Android. The site age limit is 18 years old. Users can see potential suitors within a pre-determined radius and age bracket (18 and above).

BEST PRACTICES:

Tinder allows users to use more pictures, which increases the chances of getting matches. Users can also upload images straight from camera roll, unlike many other social platforms.

For users who find it challenging to get a match, a premium option is available. On premium, users can rewind a swipe and have access to passport options, which allow users to swipe anyone from any part of the world.

HISTORY:

Tinder Initial release was on September 12, 2012.

In 2013, Tinder won TechCrunch's Crunchie Award for "Best New Startup of 2013."

In March 2013, Tinder's offered users a "chance to meet people you wouldn't normally meet."

In May 2013, Tinder was among the top 25 social networking apps online.

In October 2014, Tinder users completed over one billion swipes per day.

In 2015, Tinder introduced a new feature to allow users to go back to rejected profiles via a "rewinding" function.

In October 2015, Tinder made the Super Like feature global.

On November 11, 2015, Tinder's "Moments" feature was retired.

In October 2016, Tinder introduced Vina, a social network for women to meet and nurture new friendships globally.

In October 2016, Tinder opened its first office in Silicon Valley.

In November 2016, Tinder introduced more options for gender selection in the app settings.

In March 2017, Tinder launched Tinder Online, a web version of the dating app.

In June 2017, Tinder launched Tinder Gold, a members-only service.

On August 6, 2018, Tinder had over 3.7 million paid subscribers.

On August 21, 2018, Tinder launched Tinder University to help campus students connect.

In December 2018, Tinder launched a new editorial website: Swipe Life.

On August 6, 2019, Tinder had 5.2 million paying subscribers.

In January 2020, Tinder improved safety for the U.S users by enabling a panic button and anti-catfishing tech.

TIPS:

It helps to share your group Shot. It’s a way of building trust by showing interested parties that you are an interesting person with friends and family. It also assures them that you not a dangerous loner with social problems.

Your primary photo should have a clean headshot, showing the upper third of your body. It should be high quality and a picture of you alone.

Visit the site at the best times when your potential matches are online, such as on Saturday’s and Sunday’s.