Tinder, Hinge and other dating apps encourage ‘compulsive’ use, lawsuit claims

Tinder, Hinge and other dating apps are designed with addictive features that encourage ‘compulsive’ use, a proposed class action lawsuit against parent company Match Group claims. The lawsuit filed Feb 14, 2024, says Match intentionally designs its dating platforms with game-like features that ‘lock users into a perpetual pay-to-play loop’ prioritising profit over promises to help users find relationships. — AP

Stuck in a dating app loop with no date in sight? A lawsuit filed Feb 14 against Match Group claims that is by design.

Tinder, Hinge and other Match dating apps are filled with addictive features that encourage “compulsive” use, the proposed class-action lawsuit claims.