How to Hide a Tinder Profile

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This wikiHow will show you how to hide your Tinder Profile without deleting it using the mobile app and web browser. You can turn off Discovery so you can keep all the information associated with your account, but keep it hidden from searches and matches.

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    This app icon looks like a white flame on a red/pink background that you'll find on your Home screen, in the app drawer, or by searching.
    • You can also go to https://tinder.com and follow the same steps to hide your Tinder profile.
    • If you aren't logged in, select a login option when prompted, then enter your account details to log in.
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    It's the person-shaped icon in the upper left corner of the screen. A menu will appear.
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    This grey gear icon is usually on the left side of the page.
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    " The switch should change from pink/red to grey/white to indicate that it is off.
    • Your profile will not appear in the card stack for other users, but you can still use the app and your account to message your current matches. [1]
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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.help.tinder.com/hc/en-us/articles/115003340963-Discovery-Settings

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      1. Open Tinder .
      2. Tap the profile icon.
      3. Tap Settings .
      4. Tap to turn the switch off next to "Show me on Tinder."

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