Tinder Video Selfie Verification: A Step-by-Step Guide (2024)

Earlier, setting up a Tinder account used to require still photos with static poses, but now, to get blue check marks, members need to complete video prompts.

As per the statement of Tinder officials, selfie video is a better way for users to prove who they are; it helps Tinder keep those blue checkmarks more real. The video selfie verification requires users to record a video of themselves using their phone:’s front camera. The process is similar to the other modern digital verification processes, including those we use on Apple’s and Google’s State ID processes and other dating apps like Hinge.

Getting verified on Tinder lets you enjoy great perks, including matching with users verified on the app, also known as “Photo Verified Cuties.” According to a recent press release, those who are already verified will have to re-verify themselves with a video selfie.

Photo-verified members are encouraged to ask their non-verified potential matches to get verified before chatting so that real members can focus their energy on the right individuals. Within their Message Settings, Photo Verified chat will only receive messages from Photo Verified members.

Tinder Gold members can filter "Likes" for Photo Verified members only.

“Tinder daters consistently tell us that photo verification is one of their most valued safety features. The tool provides one more way to help members better assess the authenticity of their match.

For our 18-25-year-old members, being Photo Verified1 gives them a 10% higher chance to match,” said Rory Kozoll, SVP of Product Integrity at Tinder. “We will continue prioritizing these methods to help make Tinder a safer place to meet someone new.”

Tinder members highly appreciate authenticity and meaningful connections. A significant proportion, close to 40% of all members, have successfully obtained their Photo Verified blue checkmark.

In initial trials, it was observed that more men were inclined to undergo video selfies verification by utilizing the newly introduced video selfie feature. With this knowledge in mind, Tinder has actively encouraged all new members to undergo Photo Verification during the profile creation process, thereby prioritizing this enhanced procedure.

Photo Verification on Tinder is a simple process that requires users to take a video selfie. To obtain "Photo Verified" status, you must pass both the Liveness Check and 3D Face Authentication steps.

The Liveness Check examines your facial features in the video selfie to determine if a real person recorded it and if it has been digitally altered or manipulated. It ensures that the person is real and proves the video's authenticity.

In the 3D Face Authentication step, your face is detected and compared with the photos in your profile. Facial recognition technology extracts facial geometries, creating a unique facial geometry "template" or numerical representation. These templates are then used to verify if the person in your video selfie matches the individual in your profile pictures.

It's important to note that your facial geometry templates are deleted within 24 hours. Additionally, the video selfie itself is not added to your profile. However, two screenshots from your video selfie may be retained temporarily for auditing and management purposes related to this verification feature.

Tinder photo verification using a video is a must-feature for all new and old users. So, if you are wondering how to Photo Verify yourself on the app, then here’s a step-by-step guide:

Step #1: Launching the Tinder app:

Open the app and go to the explore icon, i.e., the four square icons at the bottom of the screen.

Step #2: Finding the Photo Verified option:

Tap on the ‘Try Now’ option in the photo-verified module. From several modules available in Explore, find the Photo Verified option. Grant access to the camera to record video selfies.

Step #3: Recording a video:

The prompt verification will require you to wink at the camera along with other moves. Record a video, tap on 'Submit,' and within a few minutes, members will find out if your photo verification request is approved or not.

Step #4: Photo verification process:

Once all steps are completed, the app will review your video selfies. For verification, Tinder compares the selfie video to members' profile photos using "trusty humans and facial recognition technology" to compare the facial geometry in the selfies submitted by users and their profile pics.

After verification, you will get a checkmark next to your profile name. Now you can match freely with the 40% of verified users on the app without any worries.

The reasons why sometimes a photo verification is rejected are:

• The face is not featured, i.e., not featured inside the frame
• The face is blocked or covered
• Blunt facial expressions
• The lighting in the video is not clear
• The Tinder profile photos and the person in the video don't match.