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If you’ve been finding it tough to get matches or meaningful connections on Tinder despite putting your best foot forward, you’re not alone. A recent survey of over 1,300 Tinder users revealed that half of them weren’t interested in meeting in real life, and around 66% were already in relationships or married.
Researchers suspect that many of these users turn to the app for mental health reasons rather than genuine dating intentions, which impacts their behavior on the platform. While the survey was conducted in France and Switzerland, the same trends are likely to be found in the United States, where ghosting is a common occurrence after suggesting meeting up.
For singles seeking meaningful relationships, there are a few strategies to improve the chances of finding compatible matches. Start by being clear about your intentions in your profile. By setting your profile appropriately and explicitly stating your search for something serious, you'll likely deter those who don't share your goals.
Using filters to match only with users seeking similar goals can also help. Instead of chatting endlessly before discussing what you're looking for, try to bring it up early in conversations. Most people who aren't serious about commitment will be honest, allowing you to move on if they give wishy-washy responses.
If you're still struggling to find the right match on dating apps, why not consider meeting people in real life? Dating apps might be just one outlet for finding love, but singles are increasingly attending concerts, festivals, and even frequenting everyday places like coffee shops and dog parks to meet people.
Although dating apps were designed to make life easier, they've lost some of their appeal. Being upfront about your intentions can help filter out unsuitable matches, but sometimes switching to in-person methods could be the best alternative.