Maximize your matches with Tinder's Swipe Surge. Learning how to use it, and get benefits from Swipe Surge is essential. Find out more about Swipe Surges here.
Roast Founder, Dating and AI Expert
Published March 26, 2022 -Updated October 8, 2024
A Swipe Surge is the time when most people are on Tinder. During Swipe Surge, Tinder adds some new features so you can jump into the fray and get matched up. You don't have to pay for Tinder Swipe Surge, but make sure the push notification setting is on so you can take advantage of it.
During Swipe Surges, you can choose a preference like "going out" or "casual chat," and you'll be shown in the stack of other people who jumped on because of the surge. You're also 250% more likely to get a match!
You'll get a Swipe Surge notification when a lot of people are on the app in your area. Any number of factors could determine when Tinder naturally surges, like bad weather on Monday nights or a big event is happening. It isn't always at the same time of day or week. Spring break and a rooftop pool party are just two kinds of things that have prompted a surge.
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When you log on during a Tinder Swipe Surge, you instantly get your visibility boosted. This is the main reason to join a Swipe Surge! It's like walking into the hottest party in town and everyone's dying to meet you. You'll be even more successful if you equip yourself with one of the best Tinder bios to get you laid. Let's get this party started!
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You might have a good reason for not wanting to be visible in a Swipe Surge, so let's find out how to turn off Tinder's Swipe Surge.
1. Open the app, and tap the icon that looks like a person in the lower-right.
2. Then, tap the cog icon in the upper-right to get to your settings.
3. Scroll down until you see "Manage Swipe Surge" and tap it.
4. Toggle off "Participate in Swipe Surge."
Now you won't be seen during a Swipe Surge. Again, it's not advised to do this unless you have a really good reason, like you're getting too much attention or there's someone you don't want seeing you. This feature essentially gives you more of what you want from the app: likes and matches!
Swipe Surge notifies users of higher user activity which can last as long as a few hours, and it's a period when more people respond and you're bound to get more dates. It's not even worth using Tinder if you're not going to use this feature, in our opinion.
You need every chance you can get with online dating, whether it's Tinder, Bumble, Hinge, or any other dating app. This also means knowing how to respond to the girl that just says, "hey" on Tinder.
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A Swipe Surge doesn't automatically mean you're going to get a match. It's true that you should strike while the iron's hot -- but make sure you also know what you're doing first! Otherwise nothing will happen!
When you get the push notification that a surge is happening, jump on and start swiping! Don't use up all your swipes all at once. You might miss out on a lot of interesting people, and the app secretly punishes you for swiping right too often!
What's a Swipe Surge on Tinder? It's a time when hundreds of people in your area get push notifications that alert users to increased Tinder activity. This is no ordinary party; this is a time when the Tinder app is bound to get you more matches than any other time. Many people who have a girlfriend or boyfriend right now have Swipe Surges to thank.
Your primary photo on Tinder is the first thing the other person sees, so it's imperative that you get it right. What is Tinder Swipe Surge? It's a time when hundreds more people than usual will see your profile picture. You need to make it good.
A friendly smile is much better than a serious or seductive look. Make sure you're in a close-up, with the picture going from the top of your chest up to a little space above your head.
Don't make it your only picture, either. You definitely won't get any matches if you do. Select more pictures like that one, plus one that shows your full body to give them an idea of your fitness level. Avoid group pictures, too.
It's a Swipe Surge, meaning Tinder is bursting with people who want to be entertained, flirted with, and/or seduced. Make sure you give them a good time.
The rules for Tinder conversation apply, even during a Swipe Surge: start out strong. Whether you decide to be funny, witty, charming, or comment on something from their profile -- it's up to you. Other users will be more likely to respond thanks to the excitement of the feature called Swipe Surge. Just make sure you've read up on how to keep the conversation going on Tinder.
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