What?! More than half of all Tinder users are not single

Every now and then I come across it: a study that makes my ears perk up. This study is one of those. Maybe that's because I'm now seriously wondering how much influence this has had on my single life. For six years, I have been a sort of professional single and scoured dating apps for a suitable prince who would free me from the disappointment that constant swiping brought. I've had enough attention, but in the end, nothing ever really came of it. For a long time, I thought it was my fault, but that turns out to be far from true. Recent research shows that more than half of all Tinder users aren't even single.

Ultimately, it comes down to a shocking – drumroll – 63.5 percent of the surveyed users who swipe while they actually already have a +1 sitting on the couch. Now, these aren't just ordinary cheaters; some of these taken people are in an open relationship, while others indicate they only use it to scroll, look, and for an ego boost. Fine excuse, but I would really go through the roof if I found out my boyfriend was using Tinder for any reason.

However, this research presents a somewhat distorted picture: in the study, participants were given three options to describe themselves: ‘celibate’, ‘in a relationship’ or ‘widow/widower’. Well, what should you answer if you are just a member of the singles brigade?

Another study from Tinder itself fortunately gives a bit more hope: Thanks to the ‘relationship type’ feature on the app, you can see how many people are looking for a monogamous relationship, and that turns out to be 70 percent of all Tinder users, of which 40 percent indicate through the ‘intention’ feature that they are looking for a serious long-term relationship. So no panic, but maybe it's good to send your matches a few control questions before you meet up.

Source: Liebert Pub