How does the Bumble dating app function?

Bumble is a popular online dating app that empowers women to take the initial step in the matchmaking process. When a heterosexual match occurs, only the female user can send the first message, aiming to reduce unsolicited messages from men. In same-sex matches, either person can initiate the conversation. After a connection is made, the woman has 24 hours to send a message before the match expires. If the recipient replies within 24 hours, the match remains active, and they can continue communicating without any time constraints. The app also features a user-friendly swipe mechanism, wherein swiping right indicates interest in someone, while swiping left passes on them. Bumble offers additional modes like Bumble BFF for finding friends and Bumble Bizz for professional networking.