Tinder, Tinder, Tinder! The country’s most popular dating app is buzzing in the media right now, everyone is finally admitting their guilty pleasure of right swiping a hottie or two. With this in mind the CEO Sean Rad has shared secrets how to create the perfect Tinder profile. We have got the best bits of the interview below, to read the full interview check out the GQ article.
On a good profile photo:
“You should definitely put your best foot forward on Tinder. Your first photo is what people are going to see before they even click on your profile. Choose a picture that represents you best – whether that’s you in a suit, or jeans and a T-shirt. It’s pretty well-known that smiling in photos helps you to be perceived as more friendly too.”
On a bad profile photo:
“I’ve talked to a lot of people about Tinder etiquette and the general consensus is that shirtless gym selfies are a huge ‘NO.’ You’re on Tinder to meet new people – the last thing you want those people to think is that you’re too self-absorbed or narcissistic to hold a real conversation.”
Be genuine:
“Be yourself! Your pictures should give others a sense of your personality, hobbies and interests. If you like to go rock climbing or hiking, show it. If you’re kind of a goofball, show it.”
On the profile text:
“Keep it short and sweet. Include a hobby or two, a quote from one of your favourite TV characters, what types of people you’d like to meet, or a fun fact. It’s not a bad idea to show how strong your emoji game is, either. While an obscure reference may puzzle some, it could also help find you the perfect match.”
Once you get matched:
“If your first message just says ‘hi’, you’re far less likely to get a response. Say something that shows you took the time to read their bio and look at their profile photos. There is no one-size-fits-all perfect opening message – everyone is different. At the end of the day, it’s really simple: be friendly and respectful. Make them laugh and genuinely take an interest in learning more about them – that’s why you swiped right in the first place.”
