Bumble is one of the most popular dating apps out there. What makes it unique is that women have to make the first move and initiate conversation after a match.
But before you match with someone, Bumble now allows users to send compliments on profiles to stand out and show interest.
So how do you send and see compliments on Bumble? Here’s a detailed guide:
Sending Compliments on Bumble
To send a compliment to someone on Bumble:
- Open the Bumble app and browse through profiles as usual
- When you find a profile you like, tap on any of their photos, bio section, or prompts
- On the bottom left, you will see a yellow icon with a heart inside a chat bubble
- Tap on this to open the compliment sender
- Type your compliment within 150 characters
- Hit send!
Some tips for sending great compliments:
- Be positive and kind
- Comment specifically on what you liked about their profile – this shows you actually read it!
- Be creative and make them smile
- Don’t use pickup lines or be overly flattering
You can only send a limited number of compliments per day for free. After hitting your limit, you will need to purchase more if you want to continue sending compliments for the day.
Seeing the Compliments You Received
There are two ways to see compliments sent to you on Bumble:
1. In Your Match Feed
When someone sends you a compliment, their profile will automatically appear in your chat on the Bumble app:
You can see the little heart icon which indicates they complimented you.
Tap on their profile bubble to view their full profile and see the actual text of the compliment they sent you.
2. In Your Beeline
Your Bumble Beeline shows people who have already right-swiped you and are waiting to match. When someone sends you a compliment, they automatically right-swipe so they’ll appear in your Beeline too.
To access it, tap the gray heart icon on the bottom bar of the Bumble app:
In your Beeline, tap the users to reveal their abbreviated profiles and see the compliments they sent you.
You can reveal the first 5 profiles per day for free. After that, you’ll need to subscribe to Bumble Premium to keep viewing your Beeline.
The Beeline is great because you can match with people who already showed interest by complimenting you!
Why Send or Receive Compliments on Bumble?
Bumble Compliments are a fun, low-pressure way to interact with people you’re interested in before you match.
For the sender:
- It helps you stand out so the person is more likely to swipe right on you
- Gives you an opportunity to showcase your creativity & personality
- Starts the conversation off in a positive way
For the receiver:
- Feels nice to receive a genuine compliment!
- Saves you time by surfacing people who already like your profile
- Gives you easy conversation starters for if you match
Overall, exchanging compliments often creates matches that lead to better conversations. So don’t be shy about sending compliments on Bumble!
Tips for Using Bumble Compliments
Here are some top tips:
- Keep it classy. Be positive and kind. Don’t use cheesy pick-up lines or be overly flattering.
- Comment specifically on what you liked about their profile. Did you both go to the same college? Love that they’re wearing your favorite band’s t-shirt? This shows you took the time to actually read their profile.
- Use compliments sparingly. They have more impact if you only send them to people you’re really interested in matching with.
- Respond if you get a compliment! If someone took the time to send you one, you should return the gesture. Either swipe right on them or pay the compliment forward.
- Follow-up after matching. If you match with someone who previously complimented you, reference it in your first message! This gets things off on the right foot.
- See who complimented you. Regularly check both your Match Queue and Beeline to see who is already interested in you. Bumble compliments can help surface great matches!
FAQs about Bumble Compliments
Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about sending and receiving compliments on Bumble:
How many free compliments do you get?
You can send 5 free compliments per day. After that, you need to buy extras if you want to keep complimenting people that day.
Do compliments expire?
No, any compliments you purchase won’t expire so feel free to buy plenty!
Can men send compliments to women?
Yes! Anyone can send compliments to anyone on Bumble.
What happens if I compliment someone who has already left-swiped me?
Unfortunately, nothing. A compliment only works if the recipient hasn’t swiped left on you yet.
How often do compliment senders and receivers match?
According to Bumble’s statistics, members who exchange compliments before matching have a greater chance of hitting it off!
Get Creative With Bumble Compliments!
At the end of the day, compliments should be fun and help you make connections easily.
So relax, embrace your witty side, and don’t be afraid to get creative with paying people those mini virtual compliments before making a Bumble match!