Outsourcing online dating<\/h2>\n
Before diving into the details of what makes a great online dating experience, you need to know one thing: it\u2019s possible to be successful in online dating without the effort.<\/p>\n
Hovalo is the only service you will need to find someone special online.<\/p>\n
We go beyond online dating to provide a complete experience that goes from the beginning to the end of the process:<\/p>\n
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- Photo selection<\/li>\n
- Arranging photoshoots<\/li>\n
- Styling assistance<\/li>\n
- Photo editing<\/li>\n
- Crafting engaging bios or prompts<\/li>\n
- Defining the ideal person<\/li>\n
- Matching<\/li>\n
- Texting<\/li>\n
- Arranging dates or getting numbers<\/li>\n
- Help for better virtual dates<\/li>\n
- Personalized help to improve dates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
You can learn about our full online dating process in detail here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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<\/span><\/p>\nDating apps<\/h2>\n
Choosing a dating app to get started can be daunting.<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s an overview of the most common dating apps: Tinder<\/a>, Bumble<\/a>, and Hinge<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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<\/span><\/p>\nTinder<\/h3>\n
The most famous dating app doesn\u2019t need an introduction.<\/p>\n
What it could use though, is a clarification: Tinder works.<\/p>\n
The years have given it a bit of bad fame, but don\u2019t be fooled. There are still good profiles out there that you can find.<\/p>\n
To know everything about Tinder, check out our full Tinder guide<\/a>.<\/a><\/p>\n
You will learn the best practices, useful tips, how to be successful, pricing, and also how to stay safe.<\/p>\n
Now time for a quick overview of the two top subscriptions that Tinder offers.<\/p>\n
Tinder<\/h3>\n
Bumble jumped to the fame because here, women make the first move.<\/p>\n
The biggest difference that you will find from Tinder is that matches have a timer at the beginning to prevent ghosting and promote activity.<\/p>\n
We explain the system in detail in our full review of Bumble<\/a>.<\/a><\/p>\n
The other thing that sets Bumble apart from every other dating app is that you get an all in one.<\/p>\n
Bumble is a dating app, but also a networking app, and a place to make friends. <\/p>\n
Unlike other platforms, Bumble has clear separations between Bumble Date, Bumble Bizz, and Bumble BFF.<\/p>\n
This way, you won\u2019t confuse your matches and send a flirty line to your next colleague.<\/p>\n
Hinge<\/h3>\n
Hinge is relatively new but has gained a lot of popularity along the way.<\/p>\n
Unlike Tinder and Bumble, Hinge was designed to be deleted and offers freemium features.<\/p>\n
Unlike his older cousins, it has some unique features that has set it apart, such as:<\/p>\n
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- Only 8 likes per day<\/li>\n
- No swiping<\/li>\n
- Encourages messaging before matching<\/li>\n
- Prompts instead of bio<\/li>\n
- 6 photos are necessary to start<\/li>\n
- More info on the profile<\/li>\n
- See everyone who liked you<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The only big disadvantage is that it has limited availability, but it\u2019s worth learning more about Hinge<\/a> to give it a shot.<\/p>\n
What’s the best dating app<\/h3>\n
Deciding which dating app is the best depends on a bunch of factors:<\/p>\n
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- Age<\/li>\n
- Location<\/li>\n
- Budget<\/li>\n
- What you\u2019re looking for<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
In most cases, Tinder, Bumble and\/or Hinge will do the trick for you.<\/p>\n
However, you might find alternatives like Badoo, Coffee Meets Bagel<\/a>, Match.com<\/a>, eHarmony<\/a>, Facebook Dating<\/a>, Raya<\/a>, or Seeking<\/a>.<\/a><\/p>\n
They all have something good to offer and become more popular depending on the location.<\/p>\n
So, instead of asking which dating app is the best<\/em>, reach out and we\u2019ll find out which dating app is best for you<\/em>.<\/p>\n
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<\/span><\/p>\nPhotos<\/h2>\n
Regardless of what dating app you choose, some things remain crucial to find someone you like:<\/p>\n
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- Attractive photos<\/li>\n
- Great bio or prompts<\/li>\n
- Engaging conversation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The most important are your photos purely because it\u2019s the first thing that a person sees when swiping.<\/p>\n
So, before uploading a bunch of selfies, think that you will be judged by them and their purpose is to show your personality and lifestyle.<\/p>\n
For that, you will most likely need a photoshoot.<\/p>\n
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<\/span><\/p>\nHow to write a good bio<\/h2>\n
An engaging bio is the second thing that will catch the attention.<\/p>\n
Sometimes, likes arrive purely based on how the photos look, but others, especially when women swipe on you, they will pay attention to your bio or prompts.<\/p>\n
This is where you present yourself and make people want to talk to you.<\/p>\n
A good bio or prompt complements your photos and combines humor with interest and attraction.<\/p>\n
In an ideal scenario, your bio should be so good that the other person matches and starts the conversation.<\/p>\n
The other consideration you need is to pay attention to the character limit because it varies from app to app.<\/p>\n
If you want to be an expert in bios, we have some ideas and a comprehensive guide to craft the best bios<\/a> for your online dating profile.<\/p>\n
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<\/span><\/p>\nPrompts<\/h3>\n
Prompts are tiny questions or phrases that make it easier to share bits of information about yourself.<\/p>\n
They became popular when Hinge introduced them instead of an About Me section.<\/p>\n
Now, you can also find them on Bumble and other dating apps.<\/p>\n
The same rules as with bios apply: be witty, funny, and trigger a response.<\/p>\n
You can use our 7 best Hinge pickup lines<\/a> to get started.<\/p>\n
But the best thing you can do is select prompts based on your pictures so you have a complete, engaging, irresistible profile.<\/p>\n
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<\/span><\/p>\nAudio and Video Prompts<\/h3>\n
The latest launch on profile apps are audio and video prompts.<\/p>\n
Their goal is to take a step further to showcase the real you.<\/p>\n
Hearing an audio or watching a video creates more attraction and helps build a better connection from the beginning.<\/p>\n
So, grab a good camera, and a crisp microphone, choose a quiet place with a great background, pick the prompt that suits you better, and try it!<\/p>\n
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<\/span><\/p>\nTexting<\/h2>\n
Texting is the last part of successful online dating. <\/p>\n
It makes the difference between getting a match and landing a date, so don\u2019t overlook it.<\/p>\n
There are a lot of factors that create good texting, but a basic is the IEA model.<\/p>\n
Interest, Entertainment, and Attraction.<\/strong><\/p>\n
When you have those three elements in a conversation, the chances of scheduling a date or getting a number increase massively.<\/p>\n
Our team of expert texters uses this daily to gather dates for clients after all \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n
The best part is that you can learn all the secrets too!<\/p>\n
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Course<\/h3>\n
Hovalo goes beyond outsourcing online dating.<\/span><\/p>\n
For those who prefer to take matters into their own hands, we have our<\/span><\/span> <\/span>course Online Dating Secrets<\/a><\/span>. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
There we cover everything you need to have the online dating life you deserve.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
In the course, you will find a section dedicated to teaching every texting principle you need to master to get those dates.<\/span><\/p>\n
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<\/span><\/p>\nOnline Dating Tips<\/h2>\n
We have covered the basics you need for an amazing online dating experience. Let\u2019s do a recap with some extra tips:<\/p>\n
Online Dating Scams and Security<\/h2>\n
The increasing popularity and success of online dating has dragged a downside: insecurity.<\/p>\n
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