Technology Tinder launches Select, a $499 monthly plan for exclusive users

[Ink]

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https://www.theverge.com/2023/9/25/23889285/tinder-select-match-group-dating-apps

Tinder announced a $499 per month invite-only subscription, Tinder Select, on Friday, Bloomberg reports. As part of the premium plan, subscribers can message people they’ve not matched with, while the “most sought-after” users will see their profiles. Tinder says it only offers the plan to less than 1 percent of its users it considers “extremely active” and that the applications will open up on a rolling basis.

“We know that there is a subset of highly engaged and active users who prioritize more effective and efficient ways to find connections,” said Tinder’s chief product officer, Mark Van Ryswyk. “So we engaged in extensive tests and feedback with this audience over the past several months to develop a completely new offering.”

If selected to apply, users will have to meet the company’s “5-point Select Screen.” That means their profile must include a verified photo, a biography, five interests, at least four images, and details about what kind of relationship they’re looking for. If their application is approved, members can add an exclusive Select badge to their profile.

With Tinder SELECT, you get access to these unique perks:

• Direct Message: Up to 2 times a week, you can send someone a message without having to match first. Note that you can only send a DM via the Likes Sent tab, you can’t send a Super Like at the same time and some users may opt out of receiving DMs.
• Skip The Line: People you like will see your profile unblurred in their Likes You grid, even if they don’t have a Gold or Platinum Tinder subscription. Your profile also remains prioritized on their Likes You grid for 7 days.
• Special Status: Show off your membership with an exclusive SELECT badge. If you’re not interested in adding this badge to your profile, you can opt out of it in your Settings.
• SELECT Mode: See and be seen by Tinder’s most sought after profiles, so you can enjoy more exceptional connections.
• VIP Experience: Membership spots are limited to less than 1% of users to ensure you receive the most exclusive experience possible.
• Early access: Be among the first to test special new features in advance.

You’ll also be able to hide advertisements and see the Likes you’ve sent in the last 7 days. Note: SELECT membership perks are only available on the Tinder app, not Tinder.com.

https://www.help.tinder.com/hc/en-us/articles/15408075254797-Tinder-SELECT-Membership

 

[nickstar1]

the fact people actually pay for these....

 

[brambedkar59]

• Early access: Be among the first to test special new features in advance.

Privilege of beta testing an app.

 

[Ink]

the fact people actually pay for these....

There are more expensive dating services, for the wealthy.

Tinder Select is aimed at the 1%. Not the 99%.

 

[Trident]

There are more expensive dating services, for the wealthy.

Tinder Select is aimed at the 1%. Not the 99%.

I doubt someone “wealthy” will sit down swiping left and right on dating services when they can have much better experiences in life, they can afford to look good and stay fit, and will certainly have interest towards them in real life.

 

[Digmor Crusher]

When you have millions you don't need to look good or stay fit.

 

[Trident]

When you have millions you don't need to look good or stay fit.

And you don’t need Tinder with exclusive membership either.

But we have to admit it’s easier to look good when you are rich

 

[ZeroDay]

That's a lot of money even to find love.

 

[Moonhorse]

Just mention youre ''MalwareTips member'' in tinder bio and enjoy all those dates

 

[ForgottenSeer 100397]

$499 monthly for the privilege of being rejected by even more people!

 

[Trident]

$499 monthly for the privilege of being rejected by even more people!

And for even more catfishing and unsolicited pics
Even if the tax is 49,999, online where everyone can be anything will always be the same rubbish.

 

[Vasudev]

Privilege of beta testing an app.

STD/ISD services if contracted might prove fatal for early bird users

 

[brambedkar59]

STD/ISD services if contracted might prove fatal for early bird users

Early bird gets the worm.