Tinder Study Finds Men And Women Misjudge Each Other's Dating App Goals, Creating An 'Assumptions Epidemic.
A new Tinder study revealed that men and women have misconceptions about what the other wants out of dating apps. The Green Flags Study, released Wednesday, polled 8,000 heterosexual men and women aged 18-34 across the U.S., the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia to better understand user perceptions. Researchers found that both men and women quickly make assumptions about the opposite sex's intentions on dating apps.
The majority of men (53%) and women (68%) said they are seeking a romantic relationship. However, 65% of women believe men are strictly looking for casual flings, whereas only 29% of men reported seeking casual encounters. Over half of men incorrectly believe that less than half of women are looking for romantic relationships.
The report highlighted an "Assumptions Epidemic," where users misinterpret each other's green flags and red flags. Both genders seem aligned in their relationship goals and interests but often jump to conclusions about the other's desires. For example, men often think women prioritize factors like height (34%) and job title (31%) more than they actually do.
Other key insights from Tinder's report include that 84% of women and 78% of men seek equal partnerships and traditional romance. Additionally, 59% of women and 38% of men find it chivalrous to ensure their date gets home safely. Sincere compliments are valued by 55% of women and 35% of men, and 55% of women and 34% of men prefer putting phones away during dates.