The app’s success undoubtedly reached its peak, but it’s not showing any signs of declining any time soon. The colossal success Tinder made in the United States launched the app to the top of the mountain and popularized it worldwide.
Many would agree that Tinder is not a soulmate finding app, but rather a quick hook-up app for teens. In this Tinder review, we’ll try to go through all the pros and cons of this app and try to answer all the questions you might have about registering and using it.
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How Does It All Work
As mentioned above, using Tinder is as simple as it gets. You don’t have to be computer literate to sign up and use this dating app. That led to Tinder’s outstanding result in the number of active members that use this app regularly.
Like any other app or a dating site, Tinder has its good and bad side. We want to go through some basic information about the Tinder dating site and try to answer any questions you might have about it.
Signing Up
Signing up is an effortless task when choosing Tinder as your dating platform. You can simply connect with Facebook and import some of your best photos from there. Like any other dating site or app, you’re able to add your personal info and a short biography to make you stand out among others.
That takes a couple of minutes to complete, and after that, you’re ready to scroll through many profiles by simply swiping left and right. If you don’t have a Facebook account, you can choose to register via phone number.
Tinder will send you a confirmation code on your phone, which you enter in the app, and you’re all set.
Search Filters
You can set your preferences on age, distance from you, and gender in the search filter section. It’s not much to choose from, but it does the job well by connecting you with many different types of people.
It might take longer to swipe until you find someone interesting to you because of the filters’ limitations, but that’s all part of the fun.
Messaging System
When it comes to messaging, the Tinder dating site has its own way. To unlock the option to send a message to someone you find interesting, you’ll first have to match up with that person if he/she likes your profile as well. When that person likes you back, the option for chat will be opened, and you’re then free to chat as much as you like.
We must point out that, if you’re running the free version, you’re not able to see who is the person who liked your profile because they will be blurred in your inbox. Buying a premium version avoids that, and it shows the name and the profile of whoever likes you.
Mobile App
What made Tinder so popular is the app. Rarely anybody uses the website because it’s not as convenient as the app is. The app is downloadable on any mobile device from Google Play or the iOS store.
Downloading it is free, as well as the registration. You can decide on using the app for free, but to get the full potential unlocked, you’ll have to pay a monthly subscription.
Reliability and Safety
Tinder is a safe app, and you don’t have to worry too much if your personal information might leak. Because of the vast profits the company makes, they’ve invested in state-of-the-art protection systems that guarantee your information is safe and secure. Some of the safety measures are:
- Photo verification
- Safety center
- Personal safety option
- Noonlight app for extra safety
There were no significant issues yet with Tinder in the past, and we are confident it will stay like that in the future.
Help & Support
If there are any issues while using Tinder, customer support will be more than happy to assist. To reach out to them, you can contact them through the message center. It may take some extra time to get the answer because of the huge member base, but what we’ve learned so far is that they will definitely respond.
If you have any additional questions, you can always contact them through the center.
Pricing
Unlike any other dating site, Tinder has two different plans to choose from, Gold and Plus. Each of them includes another two additional plans for ages 28 above or below. Like other sites, if you select a plan with a longer subscription time, you’ll pay less per month.
The payment can be made with all debit and credit cards. The Tinder subscription can be one-, six-, or twelve-month long. It might sound complicated, so we will break down the prices and plans for you.
Gold under 28:
- One-Month for $14.99 total;
- Six-Months for $8.83 per month, $52.99 total;
- Twelve-Months for $6.92 per month, $82.99 total;
Gold over 28:
- One-Month for $29.99 total;
- Six-Months for $18.83 per month, $112.99 total;
- Twelve-Months for $12.50 per month, $149.99 total;
Plus under 28:
- One-Month for $9.99 total;
- Six-Months for $5.83 per month, $34.99 total;
- Twelve-Months for $4.58 per month, $54.99 total;
Plus over 28:
- One-Month for $19.99 total;
- Six-Months for $10.00 per month, $60.00 total;
- Twelve-Months for $6.67 per month, $80.00 total;
Free version
The free version of the app will only allow you to:
- Set up a profile;
- See and like other members profiles;
- Chat only if matched with someone;
- It will blur the profiles that liked you until you randomly like them back;
The Bottom Line
Tinder is an entertaining and exciting app. It’s loved by people either looking for a soulmate or those just looking for a hook-up. The fact that diverse groups enjoy it makes it a massive success in the dating market. We don’t see that Tinder will lose its momentum any time soon, and it will definitely be relevant in years to come.
FAQ
What gets your tinder account under review?
The most common reason is that other members reported you multiple times for violating the Terms of Use or Community Guidelines.
How long will my tinder account be under review?
It usually doesn’t take long. Admins must review your profile if you violated any Term of Use or Community Guidelines.
How to change Tinder bio while the account is under review?
If the app doesn’t allow you to change your bio, you should contact the support team, who will assist you further.
User’s testimonials
Diana, Sacramento
I’ve installed Tinder as a joke at first. I couldn’t even imagine that today, I will sit next to my husband, who I met by scrolling through the app. Joke’s on me.
Mike, Las Vegas
The app is such a delight. I never had so much fun using an app like Tinder. Besides dating, it helped me make new friends all over the country. I would recommend it to all shy people out there.