Call us or WhatsApp at
+65 9650 4655
Call us or WhatsApp at
+65 9650 4655
Start Dating
Start Dating

4 Must-Have Profile Photos for Your Dating App


Photos are one of the essential elements for dating apps. It’s the first thing your match sees when they decide to swipe right or left – of course we want them to swipe right! Profile photos can create a narrative around your personality, interests, passions, and taste. So, choose your profile picture carefully. If you’re wondering how to choose the curated photos for your dating app, here’s 4 Must-Have Profile Photos for Your Dating App from the largest dating agency in Asia. 

1. Being yourself 

Be Yourself Filthy Rich GIF by FOX TV

The first of 4 Must-Have Profile Photos for Your Dating App is, start by being yourself when choosing photos for your dating app. When it comes to common mistakes, there’s one that is easily overlooked, which is over-filtering of pictures! When singles were asked, which types of dating profile photos are the most irritating - 30% said overly-filtered or fake photos! Editing pictures has become very easy these days thanks to a lot of free photography apps out there! It is definitely not a bad thing to filter your pictures - but overdoing it can completely change the way you look

You must have heard many stories about people getting catfished! Deceiving someone with your profile photos to get them out on a first date is not going to end well. So, keep it real. Do take notes that your match wants to know what you really look like.

2. Avoid group photos 

Season 1 Picture GIF by NBC

The rules are clear: make sure your match can see your face. You don’t want to confuse them to find you among your friends. So, if you have group photos in your dating apps, delete them now! 

3. Show your personality 

Be Yourself Lady Gaga GIF by Apple Music

You should always aim to have at least 1 picture that is able to show your personality such as traveling, hobbies, or active pictures. Some ideas are: upload a picture when you play musical instruments such as piano, drum, or guitar. Or a picture when you’re hiking. The photo of you doing your hobbies can be a good conversation starter. 

4. Background check 

Model Picture GIF by Harlem

Too crowded background can be distracting your great photo. Choose a background that either adds bold color, tells people more about you, or a simple background works well too. But, don’t make it like your Linkedin profile photo. Take a picture in mural, art galleries, your favorite cafe or anywhere will add a pop color to your picture.  

Most people either upload too little pictures or too many! The ideal number is 3 - 4 pictures! The key is to upload different pictures. Sometimes, we see profiles with 3 - 4 pictures of the same poses/angles, even though they have had the correct amount of pictures, their pictures do not help them share their personality or create a story of who they are. 

Other tips are to upload 1 picture closer up and be able to see your face clearly & 1 full body picture. Use colors to stand out! If you’re female, putting on light makeup will help! Remember to smile!  :) If you are a guy, do avoid posting too many selfies as usually it is not very masculine. 

Avoid covering your face or looking down as it makes you look sad or unhappy. Which is not the impression you want to give someone who doesn’t really know you yet and they are still judging you based on the pictures you have put up! 

Need a little help to find your perfect match? Click the banner below to find out more

Image 1024x317


Recommended posts

Exhausted by Modern Dating? Discover the Joy of Slow Dating!
Exhausted by Modern Dating? Discover the Joy of Slow Dating!
In today’s fast-paced world, modern dating often feels like a whirlwind of swipes, texts, and fleeting connections. The pressure to find someone compatible quickly can leave even the most hopeful...

Read more

How to Handle and Avoid Dating Fatigue
How to Handle and Avoid Dating Fatigue
In today’s fast-paced world, the search for love has evolved from the traditional meet-cute to the realm of online dating apps and speed dating events. While modern dating methods offer...

Read more

Are You in Love or in Lust? Here’s How to Tell the Difference
Are You in Love or in Lust? Here’s How to Tell the Difference
It’s exhilarating when you meet someone new and sparks fly. Your heart races, you can't stop thinking about them, and you feel an intense physical attraction. But as you get...

Read more

Create Your Private Lunch Actually Profile and Start Dating

100% verified profiles
100% Confidentiality

Create Your Private Lunch Actually Profile and Start Dating

100% Verified Profiles
100% Confidentiality

    FemaleMale

    By submitting this form, you agree to the Agency Policy of Lunch Actually.

    This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.