You'll soon need a driver's license or passport to get a blue checkmark on Tinder — and take a selfie to prove it's you

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Tinder's new verification feature reduces your chance of being catfished on the app.

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You have to have a good credit score to be allowed onto this dating app

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The hottest new dating site: LinkedIn

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In the age of remote work, people are flocking to LinkedIn for jobs — and dates.

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Samuela John never set out to use LinkedIn for dating. Instead, suitors came to her.

People are burning out on dating apps for two reasons, Hinge CEO says

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Dating app fatigue is real, Hinge's CEO admits. But for its part, Hinge is trying to change that through new AI features.

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Sending this kind of message can boost your chances of landing a date by more than 40%, Hinge CEO says

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Hinge CEO Justin McLeod says that using your voice can help you be more successful on Hinge.

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Why apps like Tinder are getting dumped by some singles for lengthy date-me docs

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Steve Krouse, the founder of coding platform Val Town, believes that Date-Me Docs are a good screening tool for long-term compatibility.

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Here's how to get Tinder Select, the dating app's exclusive $499-a-month membership

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Tinder's 10th anniversary took place in September 2022.

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Tinder's 'rizz-first redesign' feels like a really cringe-worthy attempt at wooing Gen Z

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Tinder's new look

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Your mom can now recommend matches for you on Tinder

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Tinder's new matchmaker feature lets your friends and family play Cupid for you on the app, but don't worry, they won't be able to message anyone on your behalf.

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How inflation and loneliness are killing Gen Z's dating game

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Some Gen Zers report moving away from expensive dating in search of other social activities.
Some Gen Zers report moving away from expensive dating in search of other social activities.

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