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BUMBLE launches new features designed to make you spend less time swiping and more time dating

Bumble, the app where women make the first move, has announced new features and a new Premium experience just in time for autumn. As we all return to the work grind, the popular dating app wants to help you find what you’re looking for with three new features that put compatible people front and centre, helping you swipe less and connect faster. Newly-launched features include:

  1. Best Bees (Recommended Profiles) is Bumble’s newest Premium feature that uses machine-learning based on your preferences and past matches to produce a daily, personalised list of top profiles. Every day, Bumble will curated a list of four compatible profiles which are based on your preferences and behaviours.Over the past month, Bumble found that women were 5x more likely to swipe on Best Bees recommendations and 1.5x more likely to match.* Best Bees are available to all members on the app globally, but Premium members are able to send unlimited likes to their Best Bees recommendations. .
  1. Recommend a Friend taps single friends on Bumble as the ultimate matchmakers by giving them the ability to privately share profiles that they think would be a perfect fit for someone else. We all know the feeling of coming across a profile that’s not right for you, but would be perfect for your friend who loves rock-climbing, is a die-hard Harry Potter fan, or XXX and now you can easily and directly share them in-app.
  2. Shared Interests highlights interest badges that you share at the top of their profile so you can immediately see your shared passions and hobbies. Bumble previously identified the growing trend of “hobby-dating” which saw that 1 in 4 (27%) people on the app were planning dates around their new hobbies. **This follows the launch of the latest iteration of Bumble’s “Top Artists” feature which highlights common musical interest between profiles integrated with Spotify. It seems that music really is the key to romance, with Bumble data showing that women are 2x as likely to swipe on a profile with shared artists in common*** – the modern mixtape?

Whitney Wolfe Herd, Founder and CEO of Bumble said: “At Bumble, we are constantly innovating and adding to the app experience. We often hear from our community that they are seeking more personalisation so they can be more intentional with their time spent on the app and that is exactly what our Best Bees feature offers. 

“We know intentionality and compatibility are of utmost importance to our community, and these new features enable members to see shared interests and common ground from the start. Not only do they provide yet another way to make the first move, but they are also another marker to help our community maximize their Bumble experience.”

These new features launch alongside an updated Premium offering, which includes: the ability to see everyone who has like your profile (your Beeline), unlimited likes for your Best Bees recommendations, rematch and backtrack features so you can connect with expired connections or those you accidentally swiped left on, Travel Mode which allows you to swipe in other cities, Advanced Filters so you can find just what you’re looking for, and Incognito Mode for more privacy.

These new features and the new Premium offering are now available to Bumble’s community in Ireland so you can find your next date now. You can also check out a new Irish site called connectingus if you want to try something else new.

Almost one-third of people share where they live on dating apps

Dating apps have seen a surge in users in recent years as people use online platforms to meet potential partners. But often cybercriminals pose as possible matches for nefarious reasons, putting many online daters’ identities, and safety, at risk.

To find out the potential consequences of using dating apps, TechRobot has analysed 180 profiles across Bumble, Tinder, and Hinge to reveal how much information people share on their dating profiles.

  • Online daters share the most information on Bumble (37%) with 55% of profiles sharing where they live.

  • 100% of women share enough information on their dating profiles for their social media accounts to be found, increasing their chances of catfishing attempts.

  • 28% of homosexual profiles share where they live compared to just 19% of heterosexual profiles, increasing the risk of blackmail and stalking crimes.

Bumble users share enough information for strangers to have a deep insight into their online and offline lives

TechRobot’s study found that people share the most personal information on their Bumble profiles. 98% share photos of themselves and all profiles share their first name and live location and there’s no option to hide this information. 90% of all Bumble profiles also share their personal interests and hobbies, 55% share where they live, 28% share job titles, and 20% of Bumble profiles also share their Instagram handle. This is more than enough information for someone to have an insight into what online daters are doing throughout their day, and where they are, increasing the risk of stalking.

Women share 33% of all possible data points on their dating profiles – more information than their male counterparts

The research also found that women share an average of 33% of possible data points across Tinder, Bumble, and Hinge compared to men who share 31%. Men are more likely to share information on their status, education level and work-life- 39% of men share their job title, 36% the languages they speak, 19% their employer, and 33% their education level. Women, on the other hand, tend to share information that makes them seem more physically attractive – 98% share their age, 96% share photos of what they look like and 26% share their Instagram handle. With women sharing more information on their physical appearance the risk of them being impersonated by a catfish is exacerbated and the information that men share about their job title and employer means they are more likely to be victims to blackmail attempts. Cybercriminals often offer inducements for monetary gain and use sensitive information such as an individual’s workplace to leverage this.

Data point

Percentage of male dating app profiles across Tinder, Bumble, and Hinge that share information on this data point (%)

Percentage of female dating app profiles across Tinder, Bumble, and Hinge that share information on this data point (%)

Age

91

98

Job title

39

37

Languages spoken

36

38

Education level

33

30

Employment/ Company

19

11

Instagram handle

11

26

Lesbian women share 33% of all possible data points on their dating profiles, the most of all researched sexualities

When comparing dating profiles based on sexuality TechRobot found homosexual online daters are more likely to share sensitive information with potential matches than straight users do. 28% of homosexual profiles share where they live compared to just 19% of heterosexual profiles and 98% of lesbian and gay dating profiles share what they look like, compared to 93% of straight profiles. Lesbian women were also found to share the most information on their profiles of all the groups researched and they share the most on Bumble- 42% of all possible data points. 44% of lesbian profiles share where they live, and 36% their job title. Collectively, this means lesbian women are providing strangers on dating apps with a huge insight into their personal lives which could heighten their risk of being stalked, or even harassed.

Using different photos across social media profiles can reduce online daters’ vulnerability

Users can take steps to protect their privacy and safety when online dating. Lasse Walstad recommends using unique images on dating profiles – “Using reverse image searching on Google, people will be able to find out your social accounts and any other places that your photos are posted giving them potential access to a large amount of personal information. Using images that you have not used on your other social accounts will ensure that you can reduce the chances of your other accounts, such as Instagram and Facebook, being less likely to be found.” This will reduce online daters’ chances of being catfished and victims of stalking crimes.

Whilst the amount of personal information we share on our dating profiles is dependent on the app, gender, and sexual orientation, all profiles expose enough information to offer strangers a huge insight into their lives. This puts online daters’ identity, and safety, at risk and exacerbates their chances of being victims of crimes like blackmail, stalking, catfishing or harassment.

You can view the full study here.

New research reveals which dating apps collect the most data from their users

Whilst dating apps are a great way to meet new people, they present significant privacy risks which are often overlooked when we are busy looking for our future significant other.

One of the biggest issues with dating apps is that, unlike most other apps, they request a lot of sensitive information from their users to build a profile. Often this includes basic information such as your name, age, gender, and date of birth, however, the research revealed that this can also include a lot more personal information such as religious beliefs, sexual orientation, drugs and alcohol use, whether you have/want kids, height and weight.

Although this is important information to the experience on the app, leakage or disclosure of this information could expose users to all kinds of threats, including hackers and scammers who have been gaining access to people’s most sensitive information to trick them into sending payments.

With this in mind, experts at MoneyTransfers.com have analysed 15 different dating apps to identify which apps share the most of your sensitive information with third parties, collect for their own marketing and which have the longest privacy policies to find the most invasive dating app overall.

The dating apps that share the most data with third parties

The research revealed that overall 67% of dating apps collect your personal data to share with third parties. Badoo and HER were discovered to be the dating apps which share most of their users’ personal data with third parties (35%), including everything from location, contact information, identifiers (IP address and cookie identifies) and usage data.

In joint second place were eharmony and Grindr who shared 21% of their users’ data with third parties and in third place came Tinder and Plenty of Fish who both collect 14% of users personal data to share with third parties.

Out of the 15 dating apps investigated, there were 5 apps which did not collect any of their users’ personal data to share with third parties. These apps were Hinge, Thursday, Flava, Once and, the exclusive celebrity and influencer dating app, Raya, meaning that as far as their users are concerned, none of their personal data is being shared with third parties and is being used solely for the purpose of their own marketing or analytics.

The dating apps that use your personal data to track you

The data collected to track you include contact information like name, address, mobile number and also location data, meaning apps can share device location data or email lists with third parties. In order to show nearby potential matches, the majority of the 15 dating apps we investigated track user location through the device GPS and Wifi. This does raise concerns that several apps at a time can track down users, with only minimal location data available.

The research revealed Badoo and HER were the worst two apps for using their users’ personal data to track them, collecting 36% of users’ data. This included data such as purchases made, contact information, location, usage data, “other data” and identifiers.

In joint second place were eharmony and Bumble who collect 29% of their users’ data for tracking purposes. In third place came OKCupid which used 21% of users’ data to track them. This is a scary amount of data that dating apps are selling to other parties, including data brokers or advertising networks.

The dating apps that use your personal data for their own marketing

Apps also collect your data for their own benefit which involves their own marketing. Developer’s advertising and marketing on an app involve their own ads popping up on other apps, sending marketing communications, and in-app promotions.

OKCupid collect the most of their users’ personal data for their own benefits with 42% of users’ personal data collected to sell more of their own products and serve relevant ads on behalf of others. This information included purchases made by users, users’ location, contact information, users’ content, identifiers and usage data.

There were several apps which collect 35% (which was the second highest amount) of users’ data for their own marketing and advertising purposes. These apps included Hinge, Tinder, Bumble, Plenty of Fish, Badoo, HER and Happn.

In third came Grindr, eharmony, Once and Raya who all collect 28% of users’ data for their own personal benefit.

The overall worst dating apps

Overall, based on how much data the apps collected in total, for selling on, keeping for their own benefit and for tracking you, the least private dating apps included Badoo and HER in joint first followed by OKCupid and eharmony in second and third.

Dating app Thursday, which only launched in 2021, was revealed to be the safest dating app to use when it came to the safety and privacy of personal data. According to the research, Thursday collects absolutely no data on their users for either their own personal benefit or shared with third parties.

In second place came Flava which collects no user data for third party marketing or their own marketing and just 7% to track users. Surprisingly, in third place came one of the most popular dating apps, Tinder which only collected a total of 28% of users’ personal data with none of their users’ data collected for tracking purposes.

Bumble Predicts a ‘Bank Holi-dating’ Boom in Ireland #Bumble #Dating

New research from Bumble, the popular women-first dating app, shows that this July is due to be the most popular time of year to date for Irish people, with 54% of singles lining up dates to take place over the August bank holiday.

Bumble have coined this dating revival ‘Bank Holi-dating’, as singles across Ireland look to make use of the bank holidays to meet new people.

The research found that over half (54%) of Irish singletons are busy lining up dates to take place over the August Bank Holiday weekend, with a quarter saying that the bank holiday is the best time to go out on a date.  Keen to make up for lost time, 39% aren’t even waiting for the long weekend to head out to meet someone new, they are already plotting and planning.

The great news is that the vibes are good . 38% are feeling optimistic about dating, 36% say they are excited, and over half, (55%), feel that things have evolved so much now in Ireland that there will be less judgement about meeting people from dating apps as restrictions ease. So it seems that friends and family mean a great deal to us (even if some have spent a LOT of extra time with family this year!). However, over half of those surveyed said they would cancel on friends and family to go on a date, with pretty much all other European countries saying they would, according to Bumble’s research.

Ready to live life to the fullest, almost half (46%) would meet up with potential love interests after two weeks of talking, with men much keener to meet up sooner than women. Women want to spend more time getting to know the person before meeting than men do. Thanks to Bumble’s video dating feature, it looks like the video dating that took place during covid is here to stay?

After three lockdowns, single Irish people are calling on the powers that be to lend a helping hand when it comes to finding love this summer. Over a third (36%) say that work should give a free half day on the Friday before the bank holiday, and another one in three want more holidays during the summer to give them enough time to socialise and go on dates.

When it comes to dating, singletons are dating once more, 54% saying they go on 1 or 2 dates a week.

Naomi Walkland, Bumble’s Head of UK and Ireland said, “Last year, ahead of lockdown fully lifting in June, we saw people using the Bumble app more as they got ready to date again. This year, we think it will come a little sooner with people looking to make use of the two long weekends in May to meet new people. We anticipate that Bank Holi-dating will be the biggest dating trend, with people looking to take control of their dating lives this spring and make up for lost time ahead of summer.”

 

As people look to date more over the bank holiday, tips from Bumble show how you can make your Bumble profile stand out and help you bank holi-date over the long weekend.

  1. The best photos are recent and show a slice of your actual life; if your dog is the center of your world, include a cute snap of you and the pup. And the more photos, the better. Top photo suggestions are showcasing your everyday life and selfies (62%) and getting dressed up (31%). Research also shows since 2020 we have seen the decline of the gym snap… finally

 

  1. Opt for what you do want vs. what you don’t. It’s also a good rule of thumb to avoid including what you aren’t looking for (e.g., “not seeking anything serious” “no drinkers”). Instead, reframe your bio to emphasize what you DO want, like casual dates with fellow sober folks. Including things you could potentially have in common provides people with the tools to make an informed decision and also helps start a conversation

 

  1. Take advantage of the badges on Bumble to add details while saving precious bio space. Adding a Badge to your Bumble profile – like if you have pets or your zodiac sign – is super easy and increases your chance of matching by up to 70%*. If you’re looking for a serious relationship you can also filter potential matches to streamline who appears for you

Your Ultimate Guide for Creating the Best Mobile Dating App

In today’s modern world, online dating is the most important part of someone’s life looking for a partner. Everyone wants to meet a special person, but dating apps fail to attract people from their platforms. Stay hooked to know the ways of creating an excellent dating app!

The Best Tips to Create a Mobile Dating App: A Detailed Guide

The search for the right person is a never-ending hunch. People might make mistakes while making choices in a hurry. Due to this, they tend to seek apps that support their interests and find a partner matching their preferences. Apps with trustworthy policies and good strategies hit the fine quality line.

It is advisable to have an opinion about the app design. If you are a beginner, then you should follow the guidelines with all your heart. There is no definite creation process. You need to be elaborative and follow the changing trends. Dive into the article for a wider look at the tips you should follow while creating the best dating mobile app to succeed and sustain in the market competition! 

What Are the Tips to Design a Dating App More Effectively?

Many dating apps are there in the market, but you must start from scratch if you are new in the field. Read the below-written strategies to follow proven design practices:

  • Prioritize Mobiles – While setting up the application design, make sure you think and put much effort into mobile screens. Many brands mistake it considering websites to be the excellent base, but users indulge more in mobile apps than visiting any websites. The main plan should certainly work for the ease of the users, maintaining a bright format to attract more people. An app becomes popular due to its easy interface, fast procedure, and convenient usage.
  • Make the Search Interesting – Your app needs to be very clear for the users to navigate what they need. Designing should not have complicated features; it should be engaging for the users to experience the platform without any hassle. Graphic icons play a great role, and you need to implement them in such a way so that the users are attracted to click on them apart from primarily switching between profiles.
  • Balance between Design and Texts – Texts are the primary mode of interaction, but not everyone likes to go through a bulky paragraph. Graphic icons and pictures, along with texts in the design, are very effective. Try choosing fresh ways of delivering the information about the candidate and picking them depending on the user’s interests.
  • Set the Right Mood – Colours are important to create a healthy ambiance and outcast feelings. Try setting the right mood for the users through the language of colors. Red will be an appropriate choice, whereas green and pink are also lovely to choose from.
  • Build a Strong Communication – Enable several options for the candidates to feel free to initiate a conversation. In such a case, notifications, personal notes, reminders, and pop-up messages can be good options. Make sure you support the candidates through these ways, which will, in return, make your platform a star.
  • Logo and Games – First impression is necessary, so you need to be firm while creating a logo. It must be memorable and sharp to attract people. For a recognized platform, a logo plays a vital role. To make the candidates engage, try to develop unique ideas like sharing stories or rating someone.

Conclusion

We hope we have motivated you to create a digitally proven, user-friendly app for candidates looking for a partner. Remember, you should not overdo any of your ideas. Instead, try to follow the tips we have mentioned to create a good mobile dating app. If you are looking for amazing dating app designs, then you can check https://fireart.studio/blog/game-website-design-development/ for help. 

Do share with us your experience!

Dating App “The League” Launches in Dublin, Encourages Remote Dating Via Video. #Dating #Apps #TheLeague

The League, Dublin’s newest mobile dating app, officially launches today, providing isolated singles new ways to make connections from the safety of their own home.

The League, which operates a freemium model, is offering Dublin users two weeks of free Member status to give everyone access to its unique video features including League Live. Simply message #isoDate to the in-app Concierge to activate the free membership. The offer will run until social distancing measures are redacted.

League Live allows singles to connect through three live video speed dates, two minutes each, in just six minutes total. The twice weekly League Live sessions take place on Wednesdays and Sundays at 9pm local time. The app also features a video chat function that enables users call each other without exchanging numbers; and supports 10-second video profile images to help improve match rates.

Created in 2015, The League is known for its high-achieving community of users. Using data from both Facebook and LinkedIn to fuel its algorithm, it offers users complete privacy from friends and colleagues, more context about potential matches, and a curated community of professional singles seeking an ambitious and driven partner.

“The world is changing underneath us and in today’s climate, being able to connect safely and responsibly is more important than ever.” says Amanda Bradford, Founder & CEO of The League “We made the decision to support more global cities and accelerate the roll-out of our video features to encourage singles to continue dating – with no need to leave your home, or even exchange numbers.”

The League currently operates in 76 cities worldwide, including 12 additional cities launching today: Manchester, Oxford, Edinburgh, and Birmingham (United Kingdom); Edmonton, Calgary, Ottawa and Kingston (Canada); Lyon and Marseille (France); and Brisbane and Perth (Australia).

The League is available to download on iOS and Android.