20 Tips To Market Yourself Better On Dating Apps To Find Your Perfect Match
Tired Of Swiping?
Whether you like it or not, dating apps have become a normal fixture in the world of romance, but they can feel like overcrowded marketplaces. To stand out from the endless stream of profiles, you need to market yourself effectively, showcase your unique personality, and capture attention. Here are 20 tips for transforming your dating profile into a true love match machine.
1. Write A Detailed Bio
You're not doing yourself any favors by skimping on your dating app bio. Take your time to write a detailed bio with specific information that will spark conversation and interest.
2. Lead With A Clear Headshot
The first photo is the most important. It should be a clear, well-lit, high-quality, recent photo of just you with a genuine smile and direct eye contact.
3. Be Consistent
If you're on multiple apps, don't market yourself as a bad boy on one and a wholesome mama's boy on another. Many people match on multiple platforms, so be consistent with your "branding" to avoid coming off as insincere.
4. Take It Seriously
If you want to meet the right person, take dating seriously. Put thought into your bio and avoid jokey or one-word answers to prompts. For many people, online dating becomes like a part-time job before they find "the one."
5. Paint A Picture
Paint a picture of what you're looking for in a partner and your vision of life together on your profile. This will help you sift through potential matches and avoid wasting time.
6. Don't Include Strong Opinions
Your dating profile is no place for your political beliefs. Save your strong opinions for after at least a few dates.
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7. List Activities You Like
Listing activities you like can help potential matches figure out if you're compatible. What's more, it will encourage potential matches to transform your favorite activities into date ideas.
8. Use Prompts To Your Advantage
On apps like Hinge, use prompts to highlight aspects of your personality. Don't just give one-word answers; actually put some thought into them to create unique responses.
9. Lose The Sunglasses
People like to see your eyes, so don't choose photos where you are wearing sunglasses. Eye contact is very powerful, even in a digital image.
10. Choose Unfiltered, Honest Photos
Don't be a catfish. Choose unfiltered photos that depict you in an honest light. This is also a good way to sift out any overly superficial candidates.
11. Make Yourself Approachable
Although you may be doing it to impress people, if all your photos are of you living an extreme or extravagant lifestyle, it can be intimidating. It's better to showcase a more human side that people can easily relate to and easily picture themselves with.
12. Ask For Feedback From Friends
Don't be afraid to ask for honest feedback on your dating profile from trusted friends. Sometimes all it takes is another pair of eyes to point out what's not working.
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13. Be Upfront
Be upfront right in your profile about what you want, what kind of partner you're looking for, and whether you want kids. Though it can seem intense, it's always better to be honest and clear to avoid wasting time.
14. Avoid Fishing Or Hunting Photos
It's cool to have photos showcasing your hobbies, but if that hobby is hunting, maybe don't include a photo of you posing with a carcass of a dead animal. It's a huge turn-off for a large portion of the dating pool.
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15. Include A Full-Body Shot
Include at least one full-body shot so people know exactly what to expect. This is about being confident, honest, and open, not hiding your true self.
16. Show, Don't Tell
Don't just say you have a great sense of humor on your profile; write something funny or clever. It's much more engaging and spark-worthy.
17. Include An Open-Ended Question
Somewhere in your profile, include an open-ended question so that people who it resonates with will feel drawn to reach out. It gives them an easy in into a conversation.
18. Proofread
There's nothing worse than a dating profile with grammatical or spelling errors. Especially if you expect to find a smart partner, proofread your writing.
19. Keep Your Profile Updated
Change the photos and prompts in your profile every few months to keep it fresh and honest. It might also attract new matches who might have missed you previously.
20. Include Your Favorite Quote
Including your favorite quote, whether it's your life mantra or just something you find witty and clever, is a great way to attract others who relate to it. It also highlights your intellect.
