How Speed Dating works

Make it easy to say hello

Pick a recent photo and write something someone can ask you about. A favorite Sunday routine or a dish you love to cook gives a match more to work with than a list of adjectives. Share a photo or prompt in Moments when you have something new to talk about.

Find someone you’re curious about

In Discover, browse profiles and swipe to show interest. When you both like each other, you match and can start a conversation in Chats. You can also explore Sparks for people with shared interests and compatible connection goals.

Try opening with something specific from their profile. If they mention hiking, ask about the last trail they enjoyed. It’s a small way to make the first message feel personal.

Try a quick introduction

3-Minute Hello starts with a timed text chat. If you both choose to keep talking, you can continue the conversation.

Speed Dating Rush brings people together for short, live video dates in scheduled sessions. Check the app for availability and read the video speed dating guide before you join.

Keep talking at your own pace

Send a message in Chats, pick up a conversation later, or use optional private video chat when you’re both ready. Keep early conversations in the app and share personal details only when you feel comfortable. See the dating safety guide for the controls available to you.

What’s free in Speed Dating?

Daily free allowances cover discovery and introductions. Mutual-match chat and continuing conversations are free. Optional rewarded ads can extend selected allowances. Gold is an optional subscription. Check the Gold screen in the app for current benefits, pricing, renewal, and cancellation details.