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Create a dating app profile that stands out from 90% of other profiles

Men on dating apps who are getting few matches despite being decent catches

1-2 weeks to implement, ongoing refinement

What Success Looks Like

Significantly more matches and meaningful conversations, dates with people you're actually compatible with

Steps to Execute

1

Take a clear first photo showing your face with good lighting, no sunglasses or filters

2

Include one photo with friends/family showing your social life

3

Add one activity photo showing something you genuinely enjoy

4

Write prompts that mix humor with vulnerability

5

Send thoughtful comments with likes instead of just liking

6

Comment on later photos/prompts to avoid the lazy first-impression crowd

Checklist

Hero shot has good lighting and clearly shows face
At least one social photo included
Activity photo represents genuine interest
Prompts show both personality and depth
Comments reference specific details from their profile
Profile represents authentic version of yourself

Inputs Needed

  • Friend willing to take photos
  • Recent photos from activities you enjoy
  • Honest self-reflection about your values and interests
  • Time to craft thoughtful responses to prompts

Outputs

  • Professional-quality dating profile
  • Higher match rate
  • Better quality of conversations
  • Dates with more compatible people

Example

A software engineer updates his profile with a friend-taken photo in natural light, adds a picture from a hiking trip, writes a prompt about his genuine interest in cooking, and starts commenting on specific details from women's profiles about their hobbies instead of just their appearance.