Getting more matches isn't about swiping harder — it's about fixing the few things that decide whether people swipe right on you. Work through these in order; most profiles win or lose on the first two.
The 5-step fix
Do these in sequence. Each one compounds — a stronger photo makes a better bio matter more, and a complete profile makes the algorithm show all of it to more people.
The 80/20
If you only do one thing, replace your opening photo with a sharp, well-lit close-up. It drives more of your match rate than everything else combined.
Why your first photo matters most
Most people are shown only your first photo before they decide. A dark, distant, filtered or group opener quietly costs you the majority of your matches. Fix that before touching anything else — see which photo should go first and the photos that get matches.
Then widen your net
- Complete every field — empty bios and prompts get shown less.
- Swipe deliberately, not on everyone, so your likes keep their signal.
- Use the new-profile boost by updating photos rather than lurking.
- **Rule out a shadowban** if matches vanished suddenly.
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