Everyone on dating apps wants to get more matches. More matches means more chances of meeting someone special, so you want to give yourself the best possible chances of someone saying yes to your profile. 

We’ve put together some tips on how to rapidly increase your success rate. 

If you’ve only just started using dating apps these ideas might be new to you, or if you’re a seasoned swiper you might know some of these already. However, these tips are all tried and tested - people with a variety of pictures, a complete bio, and good opening lines get more success. 

Read on to learn more about each of these areas, what makes a good picture, what people want to see, and how to conduct yourself online. 

How to Get More Matches On Dating Apps:

1. Have A Variety Of Pictures

It’s standard practice to have at least three pictures of yourself on your profile - any less than that doesn’t give people much of an opportunity to get an idea of who you are. 

Equally important, however, is to ensure there’s a bit of variety to your pictures. 

If you have a hobby such as running, sports, dance, or horse riding it’s great to demonstrate that, but if it’s in every picture, it can be off-putting. 

Imagine meeting someone in a bar, and they talk to you about their hobby non-stop for the entire evening. Unless it’s a shared interest, it’s likely to be a turn off.

Have one picture that clearly shows your face in detail, so people can tell what you look like. 

Have one of you with friends or at an event so it’s clear you have a social life. And have one of you doing some kind of activity or hobby so people can tell you’re active. 

Any pictures that show off who you are as a person will help you stand out, be more memorable, and get more matches!

If there’s one type of photo you definitely need to avoid having on your dating profile, it’s this next one. 

2. Don't Have A Shirtless Pic On Your Dating Profile

Yes, men, we’re looking at you for this one. It’s good to be healthy, it’s good to exercise, and it’s good to be proud of how you look. 

However, there are thousands of profiles that show nothing but a man’s torso, and after a while this starts to get boring. There is still something to be said for leaving a little to the imagination. 

To maximise your matches, put a shirt on and smile. 

3. Experiment With Your Pictures

Sometimes it’s good to ask a friend for their opinion on your pictures - they might be able to spot something which is putting people off. 

What they say may surprise you, but don’t take offence, remember they’re trying to help you. Give their opinion serious consideration and try it out for a few days, there’s a good chance you’ll notice an upturn in the number of matches you get. 

The worst case is that all your photos are bad, and then they can just help you take new ones!

4. You Should Have An Interesting Bio On Your Dating Profile

Once you’ve got the pictures right, it’s time to work on that bio. Yes, people do read it, and it can make the difference between someone seeing you and moving on, or getting a match. 

If you have something bland ike “Any questions, just ask”, you’re not giving people any insight into what you’re like as a person. If you don’t give them something to work with, they probably won’t make the effort.

Having just a few words about you, your interests, and what you’re looking for from dating can make all the difference. 

If you can think of something funny, even better. 

5. Be Creative With Your Opening Lines

The Oxford Dictionary lists a total of over 170,000 words in the English language. Out of all of those, why would you choose ‘hey’ as your opener? 

Besides inappropriate language or behaviour, it’s the fastest possible way to get yourself unmatched. 

Instead, why not pick something from their profile to mention, whether it’s a question or a shared interest? If all else fails, you can’t really go wrong with a compliment. 

Just remember, please, don’t make it creepy. Think: ‘would I talk to someone on the street like this?’ If not, it’s not how you should introduce yourself online either. 

6. Keep Swiping

Online dating is so popular these days that you need to be willing to spend a little bit of time swiping profiles to start getting some matches. 

Browse people’s profiles, check out their pictures, read their description of themselves, and swipe right on the people you think would make a good match. 

If you’re active on the app, you’ll be more likely to appear for other users, and more likely to get those matches. 

7. List Your Interests

Badoo lets you attach your interests and hobbies to your profile so people can find out more about you. This means you can tell if you and someone else on the app have anything in common - if you do, you're more likely to match.

Fill in some of your interests to stand out, and get more matches.

Hopefully these tips help you have more success on Badoo!

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