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What’s the Tinder Paradox ?

Feb 13, 2025
Explore the Tinder paradox and discover why dating apps often disappoint. Digital scientist Aurélie Jean reveals that these platforms prioritize user engagement instead of fostering genuine connections. The simplistic matching algorithms miss the intricate nuances of human relationships. While many couples meet on Tinder, user dissatisfaction is rampant. Could this be a dating game designed to keep you swiping instead of finding love?
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INSIGHT

The Tinder Paradox

  • The Tinder Paradox explains that dating apps aren't designed for lasting love.
  • If they were, users would leave, disrupting the app's business model.
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Simplistic Algorithms

  • Dating apps use simplistic algorithms based on demographics and preferences, like other platforms.
  • These algorithms fail to capture the complex nature of human relationships.
ANECDOTE

Dating App Success

  • 22% of couples together for over a year in 2021 met via dating apps, the most common method.
  • LinkedIn also sees romantic advances, despite being a professional platform.
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