This information shows up alongside gender and orientation. OKCupid recently refreshed its user profiles with an update that allows users to define their pronouns.
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Sarah said: “The fact you can easily message for free comes with the downside that you might get a fair few unwanted messages.” But this focus on messages can lead to some clear downsides.
The app is free and, unless you use its ‘quickmatch’ Tinder-style option, it’s all about browsing through many profiles and breaking the ice with a message. Nick said: “The OKCupid dates I went on were often the most interesting, with people I could genuinely chat to.” You can also link up your Instagram profile if you think it gives potential matches a better picture of what you’re all about. That means it can be hard for other apps to really stand out, which is why OKCupid has turned its focus to matching people up on a ‘deeper level.’īy filling out your profile and answering questions, the app’s algorithm will suggest potential matches who share your interests in the hope you’ll build deeper connections, which you can easily see from a ‘compatibility’ score displayed next to other users. But competition between the top dating apps is fierce. I’m trying to stay patient and positive, but I think the instant buzz of Tinder might have ruined me.”Ĭompetition for a date may be tough. Sarah said: “Hinge definitely sounds good in theory. You can like someone’s activities and photos, which reminds us more of Facebook-style interactions, but packaged up within a dating app.ĭoes this all sound a bit too good to be true? That’s maybe because it is. The biggest difference is there’s no ‘hot or not?’ style swiping. So you’re more likely to find someone with genuine shared interests, rather than just a nice face. The idea is you can build an authentic picture of yourself, with answers, photos, details about what you’re reading or listening to and even video. You’re prompted to ask a series of questions, but you can choose which you answer.
Calling itself “the relationship app”, Hinge is aimed at those who are tired of Tinder, or just have really sore thumbs from all the swiping.