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India Today
5 days ago
- India Today
Tinder launches double date feature so you and your bestie can fall in love together
Tinder's new feature allow friends to go on date in groups Users can create a shared profile with a friend to swipe on interested pairs Tinder says the feature will make users feel less pressured on dates Tinder has announced a new feature called Double Date. The feature allows users to team up with a friend and match with other pairs. Unlike traditional one-on-one swiping, Double Date lets users date in groups by enabling two friends to create a shared profile and browse other duos together. This feature is currently live in the US and select markets, with a wider global rollout planned for July. According to Tinder, this new feature builds on the company's plans to make dating more social and collaborative. It says the idea draws inspiration from existing community-focused features like Tinder Matchmaker, which allows friends to suggest potential matches, and the Share My Date feature. Both the features, according to the company, have revealed strong user interest in bringing friends into the dating process. Now, with the new Double Date feature, the platform aims to make dating feel more fun, less pressured, and more authentic for users, the company says. The feature is especially aimed at Gen Z and younger millennial users, who are increasingly said to view dating as a collective experience. How to use Tinder's Double Date feature To use the new Double Date feature on the Tinder app: – Tap the Double Date icon on the main card stack screen – Invite up to three friends and form a duo – Swipe together on other pairs that match your vibe – A single 'Like' from either person in your duo is enough to get the conversation started – Once a match is made, a group chat will be created where users can plan the date together. Tinder says Double Date is designed to reduce the pressure and small talk that can make one-on-one dating feel like a chore. With a friend by their side, users reportedly feel more at ease. The company claims that the new Double Date feature has already shown promising results during testing in several global markets. Around 90 per cent of Double Date profiles came from users under the age of 29. This number, according to Tinder, aligns with broader dating trends, where younger people often see dating as more of a group activity and appreciate emotional support from friends during the process. Not just for users â€' according to the platform, the feature is also helping to boost engagement. Nearly 15 per cent of those who accepted a Double Date invite were either brand new users or returning ones who had recently reactivated their accounts. Tinder has announced a new feature called Double Date. The feature allows users to team up with a friend and match with other pairs. Unlike traditional one-on-one swiping, Double Date lets users date in groups by enabling two friends to create a shared profile and browse other duos together. This feature is currently live in the US and select markets, with a wider global rollout planned for July. According to Tinder, this new feature builds on the company's plans to make dating more social and collaborative. It says the idea draws inspiration from existing community-focused features like Tinder Matchmaker, which allows friends to suggest potential matches, and the Share My Date feature. Both the features, according to the company, have revealed strong user interest in bringing friends into the dating process. Now, with the new Double Date feature, the platform aims to make dating feel more fun, less pressured, and more authentic for users, the company says. The feature is especially aimed at Gen Z and younger millennial users, who are increasingly said to view dating as a collective experience. How to use Tinder's Double Date feature To use the new Double Date feature on the Tinder app: – Tap the Double Date icon on the main card stack screen – Invite up to three friends and form a duo – Swipe together on other pairs that match your vibe – A single 'Like' from either person in your duo is enough to get the conversation started – Once a match is made, a group chat will be created where users can plan the date together. Tinder says Double Date is designed to reduce the pressure and small talk that can make one-on-one dating feel like a chore. With a friend by their side, users reportedly feel more at ease. The company claims that the new Double Date feature has already shown promising results during testing in several global markets. Around 90 per cent of Double Date profiles came from users under the age of 29. This number, according to Tinder, aligns with broader dating trends, where younger people often see dating as more of a group activity and appreciate emotional support from friends during the process. Not just for users â€' according to the platform, the feature is also helping to boost engagement. Nearly 15 per cent of those who accepted a Double Date invite were either brand new users or returning ones who had recently reactivated their accounts. Join our WhatsApp Channel
Engadget
5 days ago
- Business
- Engadget
Tinder now lets you find double dates with friends
Tinder has officially launched a new feature that will help you find people to double date with a friend. The dating service says it's a "low-pressure, group-first" way to date, but really, it's a fantastic option if you prefer meeting someone new with a friend beside you, whether for your safety or your anxiety. To use the feature, you'll have to tap the Double Date icon and choose up to three friends to create a pair with. As TechCrunch notes, you'll then be able to scroll through other Double Date pairs who share at least one of your preferences, such as gender and sexual orientation. A group chat is created with all four participants even if just one pair gets a match, though you can always swipe right on an individual in the group for a one-on-one chat. According to Tinder, the feature was a hit with users 29 and under when the service was tested. It was also more popular with women, who were apparently three times more likely to like a pair than an individual profile. Perhaps more importantly for Tinder owner Match Group, the feature was able to get new users onboard and to convince old ones to come back to the service. Based on its tests, 15 percent of users who accepted a Double Date invite were either new to Tinder or had recently reactivated. In March, the company announced its plans to cut 13 percent of its workforce as a cost-cutting measure after a 5 percent decline in paying users in the first quarter of the year, which resulted in lower revenue and share prices. Double Date builds on the success of Tinder Matchmaker and Share My Date, which "turn dating into more of a team sport," the service's head of marketing, Cleo Long, told TechCrunch . It was designed with the understanding that most single people seek support from friends when dating. At the moment, Double Date is only available in the US, Spain, as well as parts of Latin America and the Nordic region. Tinder is rolling it out to users around the world in July.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Tinder rolls out Double Date feature: Here's what is the feature and how to use it
Popular online dating app Tinder has rolled out a new feature called Double Date. This new functionality of the app allows you and a friend pair up and match with other pairs. Building on the success of features like Tinder Matchmaker and Share My Date — which invite friends and family into the dating journey — Double Date transforms the Swipe experience into a shared adventure. Tinder says the feature caters especially to Gen Z users, who often treat dating as a social experience . During testing, nearly 90% of Double Date profiles were created by users under 29, and women were three times more likely to like a pair compared to traditional one-on-one profiles. Tinder is aiming to make dating more casual, less awkward, and ultimately more inclusive—especially for younger and female users. 'Double Date' offers a way to ease the pressure of first encounters by turning dating into a team-based, supportive experience. What is Tinder's Double Date feature and how it works You can easily activate the Double Date functionality. Here's how to do it Invite Friends To Pair Up: Tap the Double Date icon in the top right corner of the main card stack screen, then select up to three friends to create a pair with. Match Together: Scroll through your main card stack and Like the Double Date pairs that match your energy. Only One Like Per Pair Needed To Kick Things Off... And Boom! If there's a match, a group chat is created. Make Plans with Low Pressure: Limit the small talk and stress. Because dating shouldn't feel like a job interview. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Mint
5 days ago
- Mint
Tinder expands dating format with group-focused ‘Double Date': How the feature works
Tinder has rolled out a new feature called Double Date, allowing users to pair up with a friend and match with other duos on the app. The addition, now available in the United States and selected international markets, is set for a broader global release in July. The feature is designed to offer a more social and less pressurised approach to online dating, stated the company. Building on previous tools like Matchmaker and Share My Date, which allowed friends and family to participate in a user's dating experience, Double Date introduces a group dynamic to the traditional one-on-one format. You may be interested in Users can activate the feature by tapping an icon in the main card stack and choosing up to three friends to team up with. From there, they can swipe through other pairs and match if either party likes the other group. Once a match is made, a group chat opens to facilitate conversations and potential meetups. Tinder reports that the feature gained traction during its testing phase, particularly among Gen Z users. Nearly 90 per cent of profiles engaging with Double Date were from individuals under the age of 29. According to the platform, this demographic already represents over half of its global user base and often prefers collaborative, less formal dating experiences. Early data suggests that Double Date is encouraging more engagement. Women using the feature during testing were reportedly three times more likely to like a pair than individual profiles. Additionally, users involved in Double Date chats sent 35 per cent more messages on average compared to standard one-on-one conversations. The feature also contributed to a small uptick in new and returning users, with nearly 15 per cent of participants either new to the platform or recently reactivated. Tinder's latest update comes amid ongoing shifts in online dating behaviour, particularly among younger users seeking more interactive and less conventional ways to meet new people.
Newsweek
5 days ago
- Business
- Newsweek
Tinder Launches New Feature to Tap Into Gen Z-Style Dating
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The "double date" is going digital. Dating app giant Tinder is shaking up the modern romance scene with the launch of "Double Date," a new feature designed to make meeting new people more collaborative. Announced on June 17, 2025, the innovation allows users and a friend to pair up and match with other duos, transforming the traditional swipe experience into a shared quest. The new feature builds on existing initiatives, such as "Tinder Matchmaker" and "Share My Date," designed to bring others into the solo dating fold. Double Date, according to a press release from Tinder, is positioned as a "low-pressure, group-first way to explore the world of dating side by side." It aims to cater to evolving dating habits, particularly among younger generations. According to Tinder testing data from 2025, the feature has seen significant early adoption among Gen Z and younger Millennials, with nearly 90 percent of Double Date profiles coming from users under 29. With Gen Z making up over half of Tinder's global user base, the positive data for Double Dating is unsurprising. The Tinder logo on a tablet. The Tinder logo on a to Activate the 'Double Date' Feature Activating the Double Date feature is designed to be quick and intuitive. Users can tap the Double Date icon in the top right corner of the main card stack screen, then select up to three friends to create a pair with. From there, users can scroll through the main card stack and "Like" the Double Date pairs that "match your energy," the release stated. The matching process is simplified: Only one like per pair is needed to create a group chat. The goal is to "Limit the small talk and stress. Because dating shouldn't feel like a job interview." Initial testing of the Double Date feature has yielded promising results. "Women who used Double Date during testing were three times more likely to Like a pair than they were individual profiles," according to Tinder's internal data, which also found that "match rates have been significantly higher for those using the feature." Furthermore, individual users demonstrated increased engagement, sending 35 percent more messages in Double Date chats compared to one-on-one conversations. Tinder asserts that "Whether you're getting ready, meeting someone new, or catching up after the date, Double Date makes dating feel more fun, social, and supportive—especially for women and younger users." The company prides itself on continually evolving how people connect. With this new feature, "the post-date recap doesn't have to wait—it starts as soon as the date ends." Double Date is currently available for Tinder users in the United States and select international markets, with a global rollout anticipated in July.
