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Alison Davis's Early Tinder Experience
- Alison Davis downloaded Tinder in 2012 when struggling to meet people in grad school.
- Tinder offered her a vast catalog of potential dates at her fingertips, sparking hope she could find a partner.
Mobile-Only and Location Shift
- Tinder was mobile-only, a shift from desktop dating sites, making dating accessible everywhere.
- It leveraged location to connect users with potential matches nearby instantly.
Swipe as Game Controller
- Tinder gamified dating with the iconic swipe right or left to approve or reject.
- The swipe created a fast, simplified, and game-like interaction that reduced the fear of rejection.