Is Tinder or Its Subscription Services Worth It?

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Find out if Tinder is worth your time before you start swiping

Written by John Keegan | Edited by Travis Boylls

Last Updated: March 6, 2023 Fact Checked

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Is Tinder worth it?

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Pros of Using Tinder

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Cons of Using Tinder

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Is Tinder Plus worth it?

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Is Tinder Gold worth it?

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Is Tinder Platinum worth it?

Tinder is one of the most popular dating apps on the market, but is it right for you? Maybe you already have a Tinder profile and you're wondering whether subscribing to Tinder Plus or Tinder Gold is worth the cost. Well, this wikiHow article will let you know what to expect from Tinder before you sign up. We'll also help you decide whether it's worth it to upgrade to Tinder Plus, Gold, or Platinum.

Things You Should Know

Tinder is much better for casual dating and hookups rather than long-term relationships.
Tinder is fun and easy to use, and many people get a confidence boost from using Tinder.
There are many disadvantages to Tinder. It may not be right for everyone.

Section 1 of 6:

Is Tinder worth it?

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Tinder has a reputation as "the hookup app," as it focuses on casual dating and hooking up with other people rather than finding love. However, some people use Tinder to meet people when they are new to an area or when they are traveling. If this is what you are looking for, Tinder may be worth it for you. On the other hand, if you are looking for true love , Tinder may require more time and effort than it's worth.

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Pros of Using Tinder

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While Bumble has now surpassed Tinder in users, you'll still have more opportunities to find a match on Tinder than you would on less popular apps. ^{[1]
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Research source} This means that you have more options and more opportunities to find a match on Tinder. Tinder allows you to scroll through thousands of singles from your area. This is especially useful if you are new in town or if you are living in a rural area with fewer people around.
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You don't have to go through a lengthy signup process to get started on Tinder. You just sign up for an account , upload a few good pictures, write a brief bio and you're ready to go. Finding matches on Tinder is also easy and straightforward. You are presented with one profile at a time, and you just need to swipe left or right.
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If you're not looking for anything serious and just want to have some fun , Tinder can be a great way to find people who are also looking to have fun with no strings attached.
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Even if you're not looking for a relationship, Tinder can be a great way to meet people in your area, or to meet people who can show you around while traveling.
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This is especially true if you are more conventionally attractive and you upload a really good profile image . When you first sign up for Tinder, your profile is boosted and you get more likes. Receiving likes and compliments can be a confidence booster for a lot of people. However, some users find that using Tinder has the opposite effect.
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For many users, scrolling through profiles and liking or disliking them can be a lot of fun. You may find yourself spending an inordinate amount of time on Tinder. Even if you don't find a relationship or hookup on Tinder, you may have some great experiences with other people.

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Cons of Using Tinder

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If you are looking for true love, you're probably not going to find it on Tinder. That's not to say that it's impossible, but the chances are pretty low. Tinder may be good for casual hookups, but finding a long-term commitment may be more trouble than it is worth. If you're looking for something serious, you might want to check out Hinge or Bumble.
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Because it doesn't take a lot of effort to create a Tinder profile, you will see a lot of profiles that are pretty basic. When you spend enough time looking at other people's profiles, you may start to notice the same patterns repeatedly.
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Because Tinder offers so many options, it's easy to get overwhelmed. Especially when you are new. You may have a dozen or so conversations going on at once. It's easy to let some fall by the wayside. Some people don't even reply to their messages. It can take a lot to keep a conversation going on Tinder.
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Nearly 74% of all Tinder users are men. ^{[2]
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"Ghosting" is the term for when someone you are communicating with suddenly disappears and ceases all communication with no explanation. They may go so far as to block you. It can happen on any social media platform or dating app, but it is especially common on Tinder. You may hook up with someone, only to have them completely disappear from your life afterward. It can happen while you are just chatting with this person or after you have hooked up. This can be devastating and confusing if you had an emotional attachment to that person.
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Because it's so easy for people to create a Tinder account, it's easy to create a fake account. Many people lie on their profiles for the purpose of scamming or deceiving other users. These people are often called "catfish." If you're going to use Tinder, learning how to spot scams and fake profiles is a good skill to learn. There's nothing worse than investing some time (and possibly some feelings) for someone only to find out they aren't who they say they are.
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Creepers and stalkers have been a problem with online dating for as long as it's been around. You may have heard a few horror stories yourself. When you meet someone in person, you really don't know if they are who they say they are. It's always best to arrange a few meetings in a public before hooking up in private. You may want to consider performing a background check on the person you are meeting.

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Is Tinder Plus worth it?

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Here's what you get with a subscription to Tinder Plus: ^{[4]
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- Unlimited Swipes: You can swipe right on as many profiles as you want, but the algorithm frowns if you swipe right on too many profiles.
- Unlimited Rewinds: This allows you to take back the last Like or Pass you made. If you accidentally swiped left or right when you didn't mean to, you can go back and undo it.
- Access to Passport: This allows you to change your location and chat with singles from any area.
- No Ads: You can browse without seeing advertisements.
- Incognito Mode: This allows you to hide your profile. Tinder will only recommend your profile to other profiles that you have liked.
- Control your age and distance: This allows you to limit the age and distance of people who see your profile.
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Tinder Plus may be worth it if you want more control over who sees your profile, you travel a lot and want to chat with singles from other locations, and you want to browse without ads. If you don't mind ads, don't care who sees your profile, and don't travel, Tinder Plus might not be worth it.
- It should also be noted that Tinder Plus does not guarantee you will receive more matches.

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