The Indian dating scene has matured. There was a time when ‘swiping for fun’ was exciting for everyone, and people would sign up for multiple apps just to collect matches. However, in the last few years, fatigue has set in, and more users are now looking for substance over numbers. If you are trying to find your perfect partner online, here are the best suggestions.
- Choose the right app: While there are many dating apps in India, some stand out. Meetty, for instance, relies on selfie checks to verify users and also offers lifestyle filters to meet people who fit your expectations. Meetty also offers a premium feature that lets you start a video chat with someone who has liked you! The right app can change the way you sort and find options.
- Ditch the Perfect Bio: Stop listing your job title three times or how much you love your pet. Instead, try the new trend called ‘clear coding’, which is all about being bluntly honest about what you want. Whether a travel companion or a casual, low-key affair, stating it clearly saves everyone’s time.
- Be Honest: You don’t want to use photos that have been generated with AI or are more than a year old. It is surprising to find users who aren’t just thinking of aesthetics but also of authenticity. Also, edited photos can only take a conversation to a certain point.
- Do a Vibe Check: Unless you want to just find a friend to write or text, don’t stick to the text format for more than four to five days. If the dating app allows video calls, make sure to do a quick check and see whether the other person is the same as they claim on messages.
- Master the Humor: No matter whether you are speaking in your native language or English, you have to focus on the humor. Yes, you need to discuss the serious things and ensure your values match, but adding a touch of fun certainly helps improve the bond in the initial stages.
- Ask “Values-Based” Questions: Instead of asking someone about their day, focus on what is likely to interest them and the information you want. For instance, when a user tells you that they want to plan a quick Goa visit next month, you can gauge that they love beaches. If you don’t know how to break the ice, AI can help!
- Don’t Ignore Safety: Even though many dating apps are working on user security and safety, certain things depend on you. Make sure you only share what is relevant. Ghosting, catfishing, and scams are real threats in India, and one of the biggest mistakes is to overshare.
- Follow Silence on social media: Although it sounds more convenient, do not move to Instagram or WhatsApp too early. Dating apps have certain restrictions for a reason, and there is no point in rushing the process. Deeper connections happen with time, and if you really want to know someone, the best idea is to meet physically.
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