Tinder is arguably one of the most popular dating apps.
However, most Tinder users are teenagers and young adults who are usually just looking for hookups, flings or want to have some no strings attached fun.
That’s why most Tinder relationships don’t last longer than a couple of months.
But that doesn‘t mean you can‘t find someone interested in something more long-term on Tinder.
Did you hook up on your first Tinder date?
How long your Tinder relationship will last highly depends on whether you hooked up on the first date.
Based on statistics, most relationships that start with a hook-up don’t last more than 3 months.
This happens because the initial attraction that you might feel after hooking up is usually solely physical.
It might be fun to hang out with someone who is hot but if there is no emotional connection or you don’t have anything in common, the relationship will likely end up in break up after physical attraction fades.
However, if your relationship started slower and you actually went on a few dates and got to know each other before hooking up, there is a higher chance that your relationship will last much longer.
So the main lesson here is that if you want a long-lasting relationship, you need to wait before sleeping with your matches.
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How to find a long-term boyfriend or girlfriend on Tinder?
There are a few proactive steps that you can take that will help you in finding someone interested in a serious relationship on Tinder.
First, you should realize that around 80% of Tinder users are just looking to hook up and the goal is to keep yourself clear of these people if you are looking for something more serious.
It is better to be selective with your matches before you start messaging them than waste your and their time.
To do that make sure that your Tinder bio shows that you are looking for something long-term.
Take a look at your photos and remove anything that might bring unwanted attention and attract people that are only interested in hookups.
This means no drunk party photos, shirtless photos, and anything else that is going to make you look easy or promiscuous.
The bikini or shirtless photos might get you more matches but ultimately you will be spammed by people who are only looking to sleep with you.
The same goes for your Tinder bio and if it is empty or just has a few words you will only be judged by your pictures.
To avoid this write as much as possible about yourself and what you are trying to get from Tinder.
This might result in fewer messages but you should remember that you just need to meet one right person to make it all worth it.
If you are looking for a long-term relationship, the quality of dates always wins over quantity.
Another great idea is to show your profile to your friends and ask them for their feedback.
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Don’t limit yourself to Tinder
Even though Tinder is fun, not everyone is using it.
For example, if you are looking for someone successful and career-driven it is unlikely that you will meet them on Tinder.
What would you think if your dentist or lawyer told you that he or she is on Tinder?
You would likely start to doubt their expertise because no matter how you think about it – Tinder IS a hookup app.
It is possible to find a serious relationship on Tinder but you might have a better chance on other dating sites that cater more to people looking for something more long-term.
