How do I use the Hinge dating app?

To use the Hinge dating app, one begins by downloading the app onto a compatible mobile device from the App Store or Google Play. Upon installation, a user will create a profile by answering prompts and uploading photos to showcase their interests and personality. They can also integrate their profile with Facebook for additional information like education and work. Once the profile is set up, the user then specifies their preferences in partners, such as age range, maximum distance, and other criteria that are important to them. Hinge curates potential matches based on these preferences, presenting profiles that one can either like or dismiss. Unlike other dating apps, Hinge encourages users to like or comment on specific parts of another person's profile, rather than just swiping right or left, creating opportunities for more meaningful connections. When two individuals express mutual interest, a "match" occurs, allowing them to start a conversation within the app’s messaging platform. Through ongoing interaction and engaging conversations, they can decide if they would like to meet in person and potentially establish a relationship outside of the app.