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In the era where dating apps like Tinder and Bumble are thriving, Facebook introduces its own feature to help you find love online. If you're still single, give Facebook Dating a try to find your perfect match!
While Facebook Dating hasn't seen the explosive growth in user numbers like its predecessors, such as Tinder or Bumble, it still remains an appealing option. If you're seeking a serious relationship with shared interests and long-term goals, Facebook Dating might be the ideal choice. Moreover, unlike most other apps, Facebook's service is completely free - no hidden fees whatsoever.
1. How to use Facebook Dating
Facebook dating is only supported on mobile apps (Android, iPhone), so you can't access it on a computer.
Step 1: Open the Facebook app on your mobile device.
Step 2: On the homepage, tap on the Three horizontal lines in the bottom right corner and select Dating.
If you can't find Dating, scroll down and tap on See more.
Step 3: You'll need to set up some information for your Dating profile. First, Change your photo to select the profile picture you desire.
Choose the photo you want as your profile picture >> Save.
Step 4:
Then you can choose to receive Suggestions for friends of your friends or not.
Step 5: Next, update your personal information such as name, age, hometown, company...
If there's any information you don't want to provide, tap the Minus sign to remove it.
Step 6: Continue scrolling down until you see the Confirm and continue button, then tap on it.
2. Using Facebook Dating
Now, you've landed on the main page of Facebook Dating, where you'll start seeing other users appear.
You can tap the X (dislike) or Heart (like) for the user on your screen. To view more specific information, tap on their photo.
Additionally, on the main screen, you'll find 3 buttons at the top: Profile, Liked You, Match suggestions, and a Settings icon.
These buttons function as follows:
- Profile: Customize your dating profile. You can add or remove photos, add introduction text, update personal information, interests, etc.
- Liked You: Displays people who have liked your profile. You can decide whether to like them back or not.
- Match suggestions: If both sides like each other, they will appear on this page and you can start chatting right away.
- Settings: Customize your 'ideal type' for Facebook to find suitable matches. You can specify distance, age, gender, height, language, etc.
Continuing to scroll down on the main page of Facebook Dating, you'll find some other enticing options:
- Revisit: You can reconsider the profiles of people you've 'disliked'. It gives you a second chance if you accidentally missed someone.
- Common Events: Find people attending the same event as you (also using Dating).
- Common Groups: Find people with common groups as you (also using Dating).
- Secret Crush: If there's someone on Facebook that you secretly admire, mark them with this feature. If they also mark you as a crush, your identity will be revealed, and both parties will know each other's feelings.
Conclusion
Facebook Dating is definitely worth trying if you're single and looking for a new relationship. It may not be as bustling as other apps, but it's free and comes with all the necessary tools. Wishing you find your ideal partner with Facebook Dating!
