Red Flags To Look For In Tinder Profiles

When you sign up for an online dating app, you want to know that it is safe and that you are speaking to real people who are actually who they say they are. There are red flags and other aspects that one should look for when joining an online dating site. Let’s put some of these out in the open so that everyone can watch for these warning signs. Keep in mind that not all flags should make you avoid the person. It may be something minor, and we would hate to have you miss out on a great match for something minor.

Here Are Some Of The Der Flags To Look For In Tinder Profiles

The Pictures

Pictures can be a dead giveaway as to age. Many photos today will have the date stamp on them. If the photo has an obvious old look to it, this should be a warning. You may have a black and white photo or a color photo; look at the clothing that is worn. Most people can figure out the age by the style of clothing. Each decade seems to have its own look.

The photo flag is a sign that the person is not comfortable with who they are today. This could mean they have put on a lot of weight since that picture or lost a lot. Maybe their dental work has not been kept up, and they are missing teeth. Granted, this is all cosmetic, and for a relationship, that is not something that should be a huge issue. We all want our partner to look good, but overweight does not mean they are ugly or no good.

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Discrepancies in Age

If you read profiles completely, combined with texting or messaging, you may come across a difference in age stated. This could be a simple mistake. A lot of people tend to forget that they turned another year older. They may remember the party they had but neglect to add that next number to the age. Some people may purposely state the wrong age and then slip up and say the actual age during chatting. For many people, this is fine; maybe they do not look their age, maybe they act younger and look younger. Too many people think of age as a bad thing, rather than saying it as the amount of experience you have in life.

They Are Hiding Their Intentions

There are so many people who have no issue letting you know what they do not want in a partner; their undesirable list is a mile long, it seems. This could signal one or two things to be wary of. They have not gotten past the last relationship, or they may be extremely bitter and listed everything they did not like about all their exes. People would be well off if they would write down what they would like to find in someone versus what they do not want.

Too Many Lifestyle Photos

If there is an abundance of lifestyle photos, such as the car, the house, the boat, maybe they have their own plane; beware. These types are generally trying to make up for something that they are lacking. The photo that people want to see is the one that shows them who it is showing up to meet them at the arranged time and place. They want to know who they are talking to, not see material things.

Being Self Involved

When someone begins communicating with you, and there is a whole page of information about them, beware. They may not have time to focus on anyone else. The right person will ask questions of you, want to know about you and things you like too.

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They Send “Weird” Photos

If someone begins sending you photos of their genitals or pornography, these people should be turned down and reported. This is violating the terms of service they agreed to and common decency and respect.

They Are Rushing Things 

Another type to be alerted about is the ones that make it seem like an emergency to meet immediately. These people are in no way interested in a relationship. They want an hour of your time if that. They may also have a different intention in mind. Sex Trafficking is rampant around the world. Be watchful of who you meet, and be sure to let others know where and when you are meeting. Most importantly, make that meeting in a busy, public place.

No Rush…At All

Then you have the opposite of too fast. There will be people who seem to push off any meeting. After all, isn’t the point of online dating to actually meet, so you begin dating in real life? If the person you are conversing with cannot commit to meeting with you for a drink, coffee, or anything, it is time to move on.

Their Profile Is Almost Empty

You will come across profiles that have hardly any information about them. There may be a couple of photos, but other than name and age, nothing is written. Now while it is true that some people have no clue what to include on their profile, some do not know what to write; it makes it difficult for those looking to match up. This person could be the perfect person and just does not know how to put in words the information about himself.

During these situations, it is okay to send a message and ask for some information. However, you cannot just say I want more information. A good suggestion is to say, “What should I know about you? Do you play sports? What is your favorite color or activity? If you could go to either the beach or the mountains, which would you choose and why?” After sending open-ended questions that he would need to answer with more than a yes or no, and he or she still does not respond, it is time to move past that one. A little advice, though, if they do not respond to your first message, do not send a second message.

Interrogation

When the questions turn into a style of interrogating the person, walk away. Not only is that rude…it can be downright scary! Indecisiveness is another indicator of a bad match if it goes against who you are. There is no point in continuing to converse if one person feels they are being questioned in relation to a crime. As for being indecisive, it is understandable if one person does not like the idea of where you chose to meet, you allow them the opportunity to decide and then change their mind on that also—too much of not being able to make a simple choice.

Selfish and Spoiled

There may be a time that someone says to you that they are selfish or they are spoiled. If it is not an obviously sarcastic comment, please believe them. No one knows them better than themselves. So if they appeared to be serious, they likely were. This is not what you want to be tangled up with.

Tinder Red Flags – Final Thoughts

Staying safe when dating online is the most important rule. Always be self-aware and look out for these red flags, above all else, know what it is you want and know what you deserve. There is no reason that you need to settle for less than what you want. 

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When you sign up for an online dating app, you want to know that it is safe and that you are speaking to real people who are actually who they say they are. There are red flags and other aspects that one should look for when joining an online dating site. Let’s put some of…