What Photos To Use On Dating App

We've discussed the importance of having killer photos on your profile at length here on Zirby.

But as the saying goes, you can't have too much of a good thing.

So we've rounded up eight industry experts.

For a comprehensive list of 8 Online Dating photo tips for guys.

All of these methods come from actual Tinder experts or photographers.

By the end of this article, you'll know exactly what photos to use.

So you can get more matches and more dates.

Let's jump in with our panel of experts.

• 1 - Shoot 100 Photos to get 1 Worth Using

• 2 - Maximize your Warmth and Approachability

• 3 - "Cute" photos capture her attention

• 4 - Tinder Photos Should be "Instagram Quality"

• 5 - Attract Women by Showing the Right Lifestyle

• 6 - The Basics of what Photos your Profile Needs

• 7 - The Data-Based Approach To Dating Photography

• 8 - Three Tinder Tricks to Stand Out

• 9 - Using Video in Place of Your Photos

1 - Shoot 100 Photos to Get 1 Worth Using

According to author and dating expert, Julia Spira:

Both men and women are visual.

That means having the best photos for your online dating profile is crucial.

Women make a split-second decision on:

• Whether to swipe left or right.

• Reply to a message they've received on a dating app.

To start, you'll need a great primary close-up.

One where you're smiling, seem happy, and approachable.

 With a photo that isn't a selfie or a blurry shot taken from your camera roll.

If you can't afford to get professional photos taken, no worries.

That grabs a friend with a great digital camera or mobile phone.

The goal is to snap 100 photos in 4-5 outfits.

You're bound to find one or more photos worth adding to your dating profile.

The Best Photos for Guys

The best recipe includes:

• A full-length body shot.

• An activity shot: such as taking a hike, playing golf, vacation photos.

• You are doing something that you enjoy and a mix of indoor and outdoor photos.

Since you're marketing yourself for love instead of a job:

• Try to avoid the serious headshot that appears on your Linkedin profiles.

Remember that you're only as attractive as your worst photo.

So if one doesn't stand out from the rest of the shots, don't include it in your dating profile.

There's a reason that a picture tells 1000 words.

So remember to caption your photos with the location and year they were taken.

That way, she knows how recently they were taken.

How Many Photos for Your Profile?

For a dating site, I recommend posting 5-7 photos.

If you post too many photos, an "overload" reaction can occur.

Where someone feels they've seen your whole life story.

A dating profile is intended to pique the curiosity of someone viewing it.

So a glimpse into your life becomes intriguing.

Instead of seeing your entire life story, which can be overwhelming.

2 - Maximize your Warmth and Approachability

According to Tinder Headshot's Photographer Max Shwartz:

I try my best to highlight what people look like their truest selves.

But under the best light possible.

It's vital to look exactly like they would in person.

• In the warmest and most approachable way possible.

If you work with a photographer or friend:

It will be important for them to get to know you.

That way, you'll look comfortable and not look too stiff in your portraits.

This is a necessary ingredient for your online dating photos.

I recommend smiling as it comes off as more genuine and more likable as well.

But you should still have a variety - some smiling and some not.

That way, you have some choices in how you represent yourself in your profile.

More serious, or more casual.

3 - "Cute" photos capture her attention

You can set your profile apart by having a "cute" photo.

Especially if you are a strong-looking guy.

The most cliche (but effective)? Puppies.

If you have a puppy or know one that you could take a picture with…

That will get you more right swipes than anything else, assuming the dog is cute.

Any animal photos with you in them is a plus because it demonstrates that you are trustworthy.

Lock Down Your Eye Contact

Smile and look directly at the camera.

This tells a woman the most important thing she needs to know about you:

That you're not dangerous.

Believe it or not, that's subconsciously the first thing a woman needs to know to move forward with you.

If there's even a doubt in her mind that she can't trust you…

She'll swipe left faster than a second thought.

Moral of the story, smile, smile, smile.

And maintain that direct eye contact in your photos!

Why Headshots are Important

You also want to use a cropped headshot for the main profile photo.

So when she swipes right, and you advance into the message section:

She can still see what you look like in a thumbnail photo.

A few other important notes, AVOID:

• Wearing sunglasses

• Crossing your arms

• Making serious faces

• Taking shirtless Tinder selfies in the bathroom

Emyli Lovz is the owner of EmLovz.com , an online dating coaching service for men.

4 - Tinder Photos Should be "Instagram Quality"

It's all about high-quality photos for online dating.

People are not going to be impressed if the image:

• Is pixelated.

• You have red eyes.

• Or you are in the middle of a group of twenty on a night out.

Think Instagram standards!

If you look like you don't put any effort into your dating profile:

Then people will jump to the conclusion that the same level of commitment will go into your real dating life.

Set it up, so the best of you are on show.

• Somewhere with beautiful lighting

• Against an arty backdrop

• While you are wearing your feel-good outfit

And remember, even if the background is impressive…

(The pyramids of Egypt standards) but you are not looking as good as you usually do:

Then do not use it!

This photo should shout:

"life is good, but it would be even better if you (the person looking at the photo) were in it with me."

Haley Quinn owns haleyquinn.com, an online dating advice website for men and women.

5 - Attract Women by Showing the Right Lifestyle

An honest face shot mixed with a variance of 'fun' photos is a great idea.

Make sure your personality is honest by setting expectations through your photos.

It also depends on the lifestyle you're trying to portray.

Hiring a photographer is not completely necessary:

But using one can make your photos consistent and deliver the message you want to convey.

If you decide to take your own photos, you can use any old camera, really.

As long as you pay attention to photographic rules.

(Also, you can read our cameras for Tinder guide, here.)

Either way, the goal here is to make sure your photos attract the right type of girl.

Backgrounds at the beach, pier, or outdoors will "sell you" as a type of guy.

And if you're trying to attract sporty types of girls, this will be effective.

Kino Alyse is a National Geographic-published photographer whose clients have included Victoria's Secret, and Airbnb.

6 - The Basics of what Photos your Profile Needs

Taking fun photos is ideal; after all, this is a dating app and not LinkedIn.

It's okay to look polished and wearing some of your better clothes.

But make sure it's what you look like in real life.

It's also okay to hire a professional or ask a friend who has a knack for photography.

Remember: You only have to do it once!

Include one (preferably 2-3) full-length body shots.

The more honest you are upfront, the less time wasted for everyone involved.

It also says a lot about your confidence to not "hide" behind obscured images of yourself.

Recent photos are imperative for starting on the right foot when you meet someone new.

If you want to mention when the photos were taken, that can ease doubts for a potential Tinder match, too.

Bad Photos to Avoid

Be judicious when uploading photos with your pets.

Many animal lovers are looking for animal lovers.

But posting too many pictures with your pets…

Or worse…

Pictures of just your pets can also feel excessive to someone who doesn't know you.

Whatever you do: avoid selfies.

Zirby has extensively reported on guys' selfies on Tinder.

So I'll leave no selfies as an obvious no unless you know what you're doing.

Photos for your dating profile should only be of you, so it's not confusing to someone.

…Including other people opens up the possibility they'll find your friend more attractive.

7 - The Data-Based Approach To Dating Photography

Don't cover your face

Tinder's in-house sociologist, Jess Carbino said:

"One of the biggest mistakes you could make in your profile photo is covering your face."

If you want to get noticed, you should ditch the hat, glasses, mask. (Even if it's COVID-19…)

Or move anything else that would be blocking your face.

Be aware of what you wear

The clothing you wear in your profile photos creates a portrait of your personality.

A Tinder study that analyzed 12,000 profile photos found:

Most users are wearing clothing choices that do not make them stand out.

Black is the most popular color to wear for men and women – followed by white, blue, and grey.

Do something interesting

You want to get people to respond to you based on your profile,

But you also don't want it to lead to nowhere.

If a guy responds to a girl because she's showing her cleavage... Well, that's not exactly the best beginning for a lasting relationship.

Think about wanting to start a conversation with someone.

A great way to do this is to show yourself doing something interesting in your photos.

Pursuing your passions or ambitions.

Take up a lot of space.

In a 2016 study, researchers created two separate profiles for three different men and women.

The purpose?

To Find out how to take up more space changes your perception of online dating.

The first set posed with their arms crossed - taking up minimal space.

The second set took up the maximum amount of space - like with their arms up in the air.

The photos in which the men and women were in expansive positions were selected…

More often than the contractive position photos.

Also, men primarily were found to be more attractive when they displayed open body language.

Dan Lavelle is Chief Communications Director of peoplelooker.com - the leading online background check platform.

8 - Three Tinder Tricks to Stand Out

#1 - Use a Hook

Make sure you have a "hook."

Use a photo of you doing something that can start a conversation.

For example: maybe you are reading an interesting book or taking part in unusual activity.

The more "unique" it is, the more intrigued other singles will be.

You want your hook to make your match curious enough to message you.

#2 - Add a Border

Add a border.

If you edit your main image is a photo tool such as Canva, you can add a frame or border.

Don't make it too thick or it may get rejected, but a thin frame will make you stand out from the competition.

#3 - Use props

Women love guys holding puppies, kittens, or even babies.

It makes you look more lovable and also helps start a chat. However, if you don't have access to them then think of a fun alternative.

Maybe a cake that you've baked or a photo of you mixing brightly colored cocktails.

You want a prop that can draw the eyes and attention of the girl swiping.

So she stops to see you.

Most women are swiping through an endless sea of earth tones.

Having some bright colors can buy you an extra second or two.

James Preece, a leading online dating expert and author of the Amazon number one, bestseller "I Will Make You Click."

9 - Using Video in Place of Your Photos

I've already written about how to take great photos for your Tinder profile.

Which is part of my comprehensive Tinder guide, here.

But with every new Tinder update, we get closer and closer to using Video in profiles.

While Tinder Loops has been out for some time…

It hasn't been maximized for guys.

It's too short, so you can only really use it for selfies.

But I have a secret method of using Tinder Loops in a way that gets results.

In fact:

My current Tinder profile uses a Tinder Loop video in place of a photo for my 1st photo!

And it's been working well.

So here's my method for using Tinder Loops as a guy:

• Don't make the video a selfie.

• Don't make "faces" in the video; be smiling and warm.

• Try to go for a Candid video.

• Make sure that the video is UNIQUE or interesting.

So, how do you get a video that meets these qualifications?

It can be hard if you don't have a camera crew.

Or is it?

All you need is Airbnb.

You can use Airbnb to book experiences.

All major cities have them.

Sign up for a cooking class or an outdoor event.

The person holding the Airbnb wants to take photos and video to share the experience on the platform.

But this video works perfectly for your Tinder loops.

While I was in Tokyo, I took an Udon-making course.

And the host photographed me rolling and cutting the Udon.

The video from it is now my Tinder loops, and it hits all the checkmarks.

• It shows my personality and interests (cooking.)

• It's candid and fun. Women can see how great of a time I was having.

• They had their camera, so I didn't even need to bring one.

• And most importantly, to give me an opening line to use - inviting them to my place to cook Udon together.

By following this simple guide, you'll be able to unlock the raw power of Tinder Loops.

Editing Your Photos for an Extra Boost

Last up, you need to edit your photos.

There's no question about this.

A professional photographer would never in a million years put out images of their clients that weren't edited.

I'm saying this from first hand experience.

Not only have I worked for years as a professional photographer, but I also have a bachelors and masters degree in photography.

The problem is editing your photos is a delicate art…

• Poor editing will make you look worse, fake, or cheesy.

And frankly, takes a lot of experience and expensive software.

To mitigate this, I created a free to download photo editing tutorial video.

That breaks down exactly how to edit your photos to get more matches — using just your phone.

• This means you can improve your Tinder photos in literal minutes without having to take new photos.

To check out my video, just click "watch now" below.

And don't worry, it's free to watch.

Note from Zirby: The content from our generous experts has been slightly edited or reformatted to better fit together as a cohesive post.

More Tinder Profile Advice:

Marc Falzon

Marc is the founder of Zirby: the Tinder advice blog with millions of readers a year. Uncover your inner confidence and experience a fulfilling dating life. Follow Marc on YouTube or Instagram.

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