Bumble launches Speed Dating feature to help users prioritize personality over looks
Bumble, the popular dating app, has recently launched a new feature called “Speed Dating”. According to the company, this new feature allows users to go into the experience “blind” and prioritize personality over physical attraction and looks by hiding profile pictures for the first three minutes of interaction.
After the first three minutes, each user is asked to indicate their interest in continuing the conversation. If both users show mutual interest, their conversation will move to the Date Mode queue where they can continue to interact and view each other’s profiles.
Samarpita Samaddar, Head of Communications, Bumble India, said, “Bumble’s new Speed Dating experience in the app brings the fun back to dating in 2023! This feature creates intrigue and anticipation in a low-pressure environment and empowers the Bumble community to build connections based on shared interests, which are much more true indicators of compatibility than appearance.”
He added, “In fact, our latest survey found that a majority of Indians (68%) now focus more on emotional maturity than physical requirements.”
Bumble Indian users can join Speed Dating every Thursday from 19:00 to 20:00 and RSVP inside the app by clicking on the stopwatch icon. Pairings are based on location, age and gender.
Bumble has also introduced a Recommend to a Friend feature that allows users to share profiles with friends for better matches. “We all know that feeling when you come across a profile that ticks all your best friend’s boxes. Now you can help your friends find dates by sharing your perfect match profile with them! Samarpita said.
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