What Doesn\u2019t: Longer paragraphs about who you are and the type of person you\u2019re looking for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n<\/i><\/b>Sunday fundays > lazy Sundays<\/i>
\n<\/i>Skiing > snowboarding<\/i>
\n<\/i>Electric guitar < acoustic guitar (but I play both)<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Peanut butter > jelly (Though, they still go together pretty well. Maybe we will too.)<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Maria, 25<\/b> Yin, 27 Looking forward to going to Brazil in the fall. If you have any tips on what I should see, definitely let me know.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n There\u2019s no getting around it\u2014Tinder is massive and massively popular. And because it\u2019s so huge and has grown so quickly, there\u2019s sort of an everything goes type of feel to the people and profiles you see on the app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On Tinder, you can get away with using one obscure movie quote, a funny one-liner, or a complete joke in your profile as long as your photos are good. People are moving through profiles so quickly that writing a paragraph about yourself and your hopes and dreams definitely isn\u2019t required, and may even come off as a little weird.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Get more tips with these Tinder bio hacks or check out more examples of Tinder profiles for men<\/a> and Tinder profiles for women<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What Works: Short and detailed, but take it seriously. Kenny, 43<\/strong><\/em> Sandra, 32 <\/strong> John, 30<\/strong> Similar to Tinder, when you\u2019re on Bumble it\u2019s important to make it short and sweet. This isn\u2019t like old school dating sites where you wrote longer descriptions about yourself and where you are in your life. Instead, you want to create a snapshot of who you are and give enough information that makes people want to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, unlike Tinder, Bumble\u2019s women-first approach to dating means that the site attracts daters who are slightly more serious and put themselves out there in a different way. If you only have one silly comment in your profile, it might not help you out as much as writing a little more about who you are, or focusing on one hobby you\u2019re into.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check out more examples of Bumble bios for women<\/a>, Bumble bios for men<\/a>, or Bumble profile hacks<\/a>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n What Works: Long profiles full of clever or candid remarks. Tina, 27<\/strong> Valente, 30<\/strong> Tracie, 21<\/em><\/strong> Back in the day, OkCupid was the dating app where people really tried to show off in their profiles. You\u2019d write long profiles full of jokes and language designed to show off how smart you were. (It was kind of part of the fun.) And, though a lot has changed about the app these days, there are a few aspects of its earlier self that still hold true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On OkCupid, you need to write a lot. And the more the better. People on the app, enjoy reading profiles and learning more about each other. Also, OkCupid takes keywords and information from your bio and uses it to match you with other people so writing a longer profile can help you out a lot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Unlike the past, you don\u2019t have to show off quite so much, but it\u2019s definitely recommended that you fill out every part of your profile with at least something. And if you\u2019re the type that likes to go off about your favorite books, your obsession with the way the human brain works, or your experience canvassing for Planned Parenthood last summer, then go for it. This is the app where long profiles reign supreme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check out more examples of OkCupid profiles for women<\/a> and OkCupid profiles for men<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n What Works: Fragmented answers that are unique and\/or go with your photos. You should leave a comment if<\/strong><\/em> The dorkiest thing about me<\/strong><\/em> My most irrational fear<\/strong><\/em> Unlike Tinder or Bumble, and similar to OkCupid though a bit more random, the relationship-minded dating app Hinge uses different prompts to help you fill out your profile. Because of this, it\u2019s a little bit easier to come up with what to say, but you\u2019ll have to work a little bit harder to stand out since lots of people will be answering the same question.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So whether you\u2019re answering what you\u2019re overly competitive about, explaining what the dorkiest thing about yourself, or saying what the worst idea you\u2019ve ever had is; be as creative and unique as possible. And if you want some bonus points, try to make your photos match your answers so they tell a story together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What Works: A short (or long) paragraph with details about who you are. Zoosk is one of those dating apps that is part old-school, part new-school. (Full disclosure: The Date Mix is owned and operated by Zoosk.) Since it\u2019s been around for a long time, a lot of people like to write long profiles that go into their life, hobbies, etc. Likewise, it\u2019s pretty normal to talk about your divorce or your kids, whereas on other apps it might be better to leave that for later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n But you can also scroll through profiles quickly, so a lot of people don\u2019t stop to read people\u2019s full profiles until after they match. As a result, you shouldn\u2019t write something random or something that\u2019s only one sentence long. But profiles that are a short three to four sentences or more do pretty well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check out more examples of Zoosk dating profiles for women<\/a> and Zoosk dating profiles for men<\/a>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n What Works: A few sentences that reveal something unique or essential about you. Erica, 33<\/strong><\/em> Francisco, 28<\/strong><\/em> Jake, 31<\/strong><\/em> Match is another one of those dating sites that has been around forever, so they\u2019re somewhere stuck between the old and the new when it comes to the types of profiles people like to see. One good thing is that there are a lot of different aspects to Match\u2019s dating profile so there\u2019s not as much pressure to write a great summary. People do still read it, however, so make sure you put in something worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Like Zoosk, you can go long or short (it\u2019s normal to see super long or just one-sentence profiles on Match) but make sure you don\u2019t go too general or generic in your profile. Because there\u2019s so much information on your profile already, the summary should be something people don\u2019t know about you yet that really stands out so it doesn\u2019t get lost in the shuffle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Writing a dating profile is never easy. You\u2019re trying to be creative and unique, while also describing yourself and who you are. The truth is, most of us think of ourselves as normal, everyday people; but there are things about us that make us unique. So dig down deep, and try to find those hidden nuggets that make you who you are. And the weirder the better!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do you love chocolate chip cookies without chocolate chips? That\u2019s crazy but put it in. Have you never been skiing but always wanted to try because you love the mountains? Great detail, add that too. Have you always wanted to go on the Price Is Right because you\u2019d love to bet $2 and really screw over the person who said $1. That\u2019s a little evil but it\u2019s amazing detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Even if you don\u2019t always feel that way, you\u2019re an interesting person. With a little work, and a little inspiration from these dating profile examples, your profile will be interesting too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n *The Date Mix is owned by Zoosk, Inc. Zoosk, Inc. is not affiliated, associated, authorized, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected with Tinder, Bumble, OkCupid, Hinge, Match, or any of their subsidiaries or affiliates. Tinder, Bumble, OkCupid, Hinge, and Match<\/em> are registered trademarks of their respective owners.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Examples from Tinder, Bumble, Hinge, OkCupid, Zoosk, and more. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":17672,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[888,890],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-17665","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-online-dating","category-online-dating-profile-tips"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n
\n\u201cThe girl doesn\u2019t stop.\u201d \u2013 My best friend Erin
\n\u201cExcellent incisors. And she flosses.\u201d \u2013 Dr. Dan, my dentist
\n\u201cShe\u2019s not as crazy as she looks.\u201d \u2013 My ex boyfriend Jake
\n\u201cFasten your seatbelts, it\u2019s going to be a bumpy night!\u201d \u2013 Betty Davis from All About Eve
\n(Ok, so Betty didn\u2019t say it about me, but it fits somehow.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n<\/b>Grew up in the Portland, Oregon area. Survived middle school by becoming a skater kid (still haven\u2019t grown out of it). Now I\u2019m trying to pay my rent, play my music, and make my way.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nDating Profile Examples for Bumble<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\nWhat Doesn\u2019t: Snarky comments or joke profiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Three](\"https:\/\/dq1eylutsoz4u.cloudfront.net\/2018\/10\/30164403\/bumble-dating-profile-examples.jpg\")
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\nIf I could play one sport professionally, it would be soccer because I feel like it\u2019s the least harmful. (Football is terrifying.) Which sport would you play? Which sport do you play? <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nMy favorite movies are The Godfather, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Toy Story, and When Harry Met Sally. I hope that wide range of movies allows you to see that there is more to me than meets the eye.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nI haven\u2019t dated much in recent years because I\u2019ve been so focused on my career. Now I\u2019m ready to meet the person who will pull my head out of the books and bring me a bit of happiness.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nDating Profile Examples on OkCupid<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
What Doesn\u2019t: Short profile or leaving things blank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Three](\"https:\/\/dq1eylutsoz4u.cloudfront.net\/2018\/10\/30165754\/okcupid-dating-profile-examples.jpg\")
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\nMy patronus is
\n<\/i>A black and white cat. I was hoping for something noble like a lion or stag. Heck, a llama, even. Nope. I got a housecat. If you take the Pottermore quiz and get a dog or a mouse or something like that, feel free to message me. J.K. Rowling is trying to tell us something.<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nYou should message me if
\n<\/i>You\u2019re looking for something serious. I\u2019ve done the short-term dating thing and no knock on it, but it\u2019s not for me. I\u2019m looking for a genuine connection with someone that thinks it\u2019s okay to (occasionally) eat dinner after midnight. Open to dinner suggestions~<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nI value
\n<\/i>My family. I know it sounds corny, but I\u2019m not ashamed to say it. Family comes first. Blood is thicker than water and all that. We\u2019ve been through a lot together and in those hard moments our strength together is what gets us through. No doubt about it.<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\nDating Profile Examples on Hinge<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\nWhat Doesn\u2019t Work: Not putting enough information in or being super vague.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Three](\"https:\/\/dq1eylutsoz4u.cloudfront.net\/2018\/10\/30170625\/hinge-dating-profile-examples.jpg\")
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\nYou like cheese and would like to discuss it further.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nI legitimately like romantic comedies. I grew up with three sisters and too man females and aunts. I was outnumbered. Plus, they have great dialogue and plot structure. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nDolphins. Can’t trust ’em. Never have. Never will.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nDating Profile Examples on Zoosk<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\nWhat Doesn\u2019t Work: Random statements or asking people to message you to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Three](\"https:\/\/dq1eylutsoz4u.cloudfront.net\/2018\/10\/30171530\/zoosk-dating-profile-examples.jpg\")
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\nWhat Doesn\u2019t Work: Something generic or not putting anything at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Profiles](\"https:\/\/dq1eylutsoz4u.cloudfront.net\/2018\/10\/30173251\/match-dating-profile-examples-bio.jpg\")
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\nI’ve been teaching 7th grade homeroom for the past three years and I absolutely love my job and my students. It’s hard work, but I bring a lot of energy to what I do and always have some leftover to get into trouble on the weekends at my fav. local bar. (If you play your cards right, maybe we can meet there.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nI’m A fun-loving guy who’s a happy dog-dad to my pup Tito. My friends would probably describe me as goofy but somehow I always end up being the responsible one. I do a lot on the weekend. I like to work on cars, BBQ with my friends, catch a local band (that I’ve probably never heard of but by my second beer I won’t really care as long as they bring it). If you don’t mind the dog or a little bit of a goof we could be a pretty good pair. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nI grew up int eh area and just couldn’t leave what has come to be my favorite place in the world. (My 14-year-old self would have never believed this.) I try to balance family, work, and time for myself and enjoy all three. I’m hoping to meet someone looking for something a bit more serious. Lately my hobbies include weightlifting and tinkering with music (no, I will not call myself a DJ). If you want to know more, just ask. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n