Bumble will never go upward, they are still busy with VC funds. Let them dry you will see.

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Product Manager

I think there are new age apps encouraging offline meeting of folks and then take things forward

Business Analyst

AI ki zarurat nai hai…. 
 Plan offline meets/ events tie that in with the app

Expert

Dating apps like Tinder revolutionized courtship by making it easy and fun to sift through potential dates with a simple swipe.  Despite their initial success, user disillusionment has set in, wit...

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- Dating apps like Tinder revolutionized courtship by making it easy and fun to sift through potential dates with a simple swipe.
- Despite their initial success, user disillusionment has set in, with many finding the apps frustrating and overwhelming.
- The number of people using dating apps has dwindled, and companies like Bumble and Match Group have seen their market values plummet.
- Younger adults are particularly weary, with many turning to offline alternatives like in-person events and social activities.
- Dating apps are exploring new strategies, including AI and niche markets, to lure users back, but the future remains uncertain. 

 Source: [Economist](https://www.economist.com/business/2024/08/08/why-people-have-fallen-out-of-love-with-dating-apps)

The Decline of Dating Apps: From Boom to Bust

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The Decline of Dating Apps: From Boom to Bust- Grapevine

- Younger generations are moving away from dating apps like Tinder and Bumble, seeking long-term relationships and real-life meet-cutes.
- Hinge, owned by Match Group, has seen a 14% increase in user downloads in Q2, while Bumble's growth stagnated at 2%.
- Tinder's downloads fell by 11-12% in Q2, with analysts predicting no positive growth until mid-2025.
- Grindr's stock has surged 120% over the past year, despite a stable user base, thanks to a compelling growth plan.
- Match Group, which owns Tinder and Hinge, plans to exit Russia by June 30, 2023, citing human rights concerns.

Hinge and Grindr Outshine Bumble and Tinder Amid Shifting Dating Trends

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I have been using the prominent dating apps since quite some time, they work well initially but slowly the experience feels like a drag. It’s just a bunch of connections you talk to and it mostly ends up being a dead conversation. 

I realised when you engage with users who are genuinely looking to date it’s much easier to meet up since everyone is aligned. My hypothesis is that adding more friction on onboarding (not blindly adding this ofcourse) could weed out the users with low intent and leave you with a high quality user base. What do you guys think is the problem with dating apps in general?

P.S: this is a random 5am thought and I had to post it since I can’t stop thinking about it and wanted to hear other, and probably smarter, people out haha 🙌

Dating apps are broken?

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It's the same story with so many platforms. They start off well, then start making it difficult for users over time to get matches. Eventually it becomes pay-to-match completely, especially for men.

Is it really that difficult to run an honest matchmaking platform that actually does its job for a decent price or just ads? Has anyone tried starting their own or worked on platforms like these?

Why do dating/matrimonial platforms end up going for unethical practices

Product Owner

What’s the biggest problem with modern dating?

I've seen a bunch of posts over the last month asking for tips on optimising profiles on Tinder / Bumble / Hinge to get to date / casual relationships / serious engagements.

Have people completely stopped relying on just walking up to people / meeting someone in person, asking them out and taking it from there? 

It's slow and requires effort but works better.  Zero chance of being catfished.  You can control the narrative and pace. 

Whats with being handicapped by the app?

Dating App Handic-app

Sales Manager

Online dating is on the way down

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Online dating is finally losing it's charm. Acc to Nikita Bier, apps like Instagram will become the de-facto dating apps.

dating apps made mid women feel they hot asf

I am writing this post to understand the pros and cons of different dating apps from the customer side point of view.

Dating App Pros and Cons?

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Dating apps are seeing real stagnation in revenue

Product Marketing Manager

for many people (mainly girls because they have many choices), dating apps are like window shopping, if it  doesn't impress you in the initial few lines then you move to the next person. 

This kind of thought process is bound to affect your in-person interactions.

Just curious to know if you have noticed anything?

People who use dating apps frequently, how did it affect your in-person interactions with opposite (or same) gender.

Senior Software Engineer

If you could create your own dating app, what unique features would it have?

Consultant

What are your opinions on the impact of dating apps on relationships and social interactions?

Thoughts on Modern Dating Platforms

Which dating app works in Bengaluru?
I am an average looking guy and single.
Honestly just wanna like company of someone.
I tried bumble and tinder but not getting matches (both premium). I don't know why.
Feeling a lot lonely nowadays.

Dating life in Bengaluru

That’s your problem, you’re an “average looking guy”! 
  
 Follow the two rules 
 1. Be attractive 
 2. Don’t be unattractive

Was asking for some advice on fundraising. Got to know if you are building something with no revenue, literally impossible to raise.

He explained how hard it is even for the current founders and expecting 100s of startups to fail next year with talent going cheap due to all the layoffs.

Very hard to think how to monetise B2C if people don’t even link their credit or debit cards with Apple Pay and Android for in-app purchases. Also for B2B Saas, it’s better to build for US from India than building for India.

Just “profit” over growth now. Nothing else matters 💭

Had a chat with a Unicorn Founder

Founder

- Bumble is set to introduce AI-driven tools to enhance profile creation and conversations, as announced by CEO Lidiane Jones at Goldman Sachs' tech conference.
- New features include an AI-assisted photo picker and conversation support to boost user confidence and engagement.
- The AI tools aim to reduce anxiety in profile creation, making the process smoother and more efficient.
- Bumble's new features will compete with Tinder's AI offerings, which include a photo selector and potential bio-writing capabilities.
- The company is also focusing on improving free user experiences and expanding its safety features, like the Deception Detector and Private Detector. 

 Source: [Techcrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2024/09/10/bumble-to-leverage-ai-to-help-users-with-profiles-and-conversations/)

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Just mention age and how much have you cumulative spent on dating /matrimonial apps and what is count of matches /meets

Dating /Matrimonial App spends /stats

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karein to karein kya

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Saw an acquaintance using bumble. The men in  profiles literally look highly successful, From IIT, IIM, NIFT , Founder and what not.

It was really raining overqualified guys on the platform.

Felt like real waste for the first time and thought that hot shot guys like them couldnt land a date, a commoner is out of question.

What do you all say guys ???? That platform instantly makes me introspect where I failed in life.

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