Earlier this year, Facebook revealed that it was working on Facebook Dating, a rival to the likes of Tinder, Bumble and Hinge. Four months after our first flirtations with the service, an in-development version of Facebook Dating has now started rolling out to a select group of users based in Colombia.
Here’s everything we know about Facebook Dating so far, including where it lives in the Facebook app and how it works.
Facebook Dating: How to access it
Facebook Dating doesn’t have its own app. Instead, the service lives within the Facebook app (it’s currently not accessible through the Facebook site).
Somewhat strangely, it’s hidden behind the hamburger menu, which means you almost have to be looking for it in order to actually use it.
Facebook Dating: Your profile
Facebook Dating is only available to Facebook users who are at least 18 years old, and once you opt in to use it, you’ll need to create a Facebook Dating profile. Only your first name and age will be automatically transferred to your Facebook Dating profile from your main Facebook profile.
According to the Verge, you can add up to 12 pictures to your profile through the Android app, and up to nine through the iOS app.
You’ll need to fill your profile in with a short bio too, as well as (fairly nightmare-ish) answers to questions provided by Facebook. Questions like: “What does your perfect day look like?” Shudder.
I can’t go past the signup screen because they are not activating all non-employee Dating profiles because, well, it’s “pre-launch” ?? pic.twitter/VQFHUJIkuX
Facebook Dating: How it works
The most surprising revelation is that Facebook Dating isn’t very much like Tinder at all. Instead of swiping to find matches, you have to tap people’s profiles to show you’re interested. Continue reading “Facebook Dating opts for questions and answers over Tinder-style swipes”