Make new connections and more on Tinder

Whether you’re on the hunt for your next adventure, a new friend, or even a happily-ever-after, Tinder is your ticket to countless new connections. You’ve downloaded the app and hyped yourself up– now what does it take to start swiping?

Tinder’s sign-up process is designed to paint a clear picture of who you are, helping you find more compatible matches. Start by providing your first name and birthday to verify your age. Then, share your gender identity, sexual orientation, and who you’re interested in seeing. Optional details like lifestyle habits or your zodiac sign can further personalize your profile.

Launching the app takes you to your stack, where you can select potential matches. Swipe right to like a profile, or swipe left if you’re not interested in someone. You only get 100 likes a day, so swipe wisely! If you really like someone, you can upgrade to a Tinder subscription and swipe up to send them a Super Like. This lets them know you Super Liked them, and you’ll stand out in their stack.

Tap the Explore tab on your navigation bar to explore more curated recommendations. Here you’ll discover people who are looking for the same Vibe, like “Free Tonight” or “Coffee Date.” Tap a Vibe and then “Join Now” to start swiping within that vibe. Under the For You section, you’ll also find Vibe recommendations based on tags you’ve added to your profile, like “Binge Watchers” or “Music Lovers.”

Now that you’ve matched with each other, it’s time to turn those swipes into sparks. Tap the chat tab to the left of your profile tab to get a conversation going. Use your best opening line, or even send your favorite GIF as an icebreaker by tapping the GIF icon in the bottom-right corner.

If you’ve really hit it off with someone and want to go beyond messages, tap the video call icon in the upper-right corner to have a face-to-face chat.

Tap the profile icon at the bottom-right corner to view your profile. By tapping the edit icon above your profile photo, you can add more recent photos, edit your bio, or even update the tags you provided when setting up. You can also add more details to help your profile stand out, like your anthem or your most recent Instagram photos.

To get more out of the app, you can tap the subscriptions button on your profile tab to see what upgrades are available. Some of these perks include unlimited likes, Rewinds to backtrack a profile if you accidentally swiped left, Super Likes, and Boosts to show you as a top profile in your area for 30 minutes.

Your Tinder journey’s just begun, but it’s not just about finding “the one” – it’s all about embracing the adventure and connecting with new people. Whatever you’re looking for, Tinder makes it possible to turn matches into memorable moments, so don’t be afraid to take the leap, and happy swiping!