If you are looking for a serious and long-lasting relationship, Hinge is one of the best options among dating apps. It was created with the aim of being “the app designed to be deleted”, that is, to help people find a compatible match and no longer need to rely on dating apps. Hinge is available for free on Android and iOS, and you can download it below:
Hinge – Dating and Relationships
What is Hinge?
Hinge is a dating app that sets itself apart from its competitors by focusing on meaningful connections. Instead of prioritizing photos and swiping right or left (like Tinder), Hinge invites users to interact with profile details, such as answers to questions, personal tastes, and lifestyles. The app is designed to encourage real conversations and affinity-based connections.
Main features
- Profiles with custom questions that reveal personality traits
- Likes and comments system on specific parts of the profile
- Compatibility algorithm based on real interactions
- Daily “Most Compatible” Suggestions
- In-app video calling options
- Detailed filters: religion, politics, family plans and more
Compatibility
Hinge is available for:
- Android: from version 6.0
- iOS (iPhone): from version 13.0
You can also access Hinge via your browser on your computer, although the full experience is optimized for mobile devices.
How to use Hinge step by step
- Download the app in the app store.
- Log in with your phone number, email or Facebook account.
- Build your complete profile, with photos and answers to questions proposed by the app (such as “One thing I always notice first about people is…”).
- Use the search filters to set your preferences for age, distance, lifestyle, etc.
- Browse profiles and interact with specific parties — you can like or comment on a photo or reply, for example.
- When there is mutual interest, the app creates a match and release the chat.
- If you want, you can start a video call directly through the app after a while of conversation.
Advantages and disadvantages
Advantages
✅ Clear focus on serious relationships
✅ Deeper and more interesting profiles than on swipe apps
✅ Encourages more authentic interactions
✅ Modern and intuitive design
✅ High success rate in quality encounters
Disadvantages
❌ Some advanced features require a paid subscription
❌ Smaller user base in Brazil compared to more popular apps
❌ The algorithm may repeat suggestions if usage is infrequent
Is it free or paid?
Hinge is free to download and use, with access to most of the basic functions, such as creating a profile, liking people and chatting with matches. However, there is the option of subscribing Hinge Preferred, which offers benefits such as:
- Unlimited Likes
- See who liked you
- Additional filters
- Priority access to the “most compatible”
For those who want to increase their chances of finding someone faster, the paid version may be worth it — but it's not essential.
Usage tips
- Take care with your answers to questions: they show your personality and attract more genuine interactions.
- Choose photos that reflect real and spontaneous moments, not just selfies.
- Use the comments on profiles as a way to start a conversation with more context.
- Mark one video meeting before leaving in person, if you want more security.
- Be honest and clear about your intentions — the app is made for that.
Overall rating
Hinge has been very well rated in the app stores, with rating 4.2 on the Play Store and 4.5 on the App Store, and thousands of positive reviews. Users highlight the deeper level of conversations, the more mature environment and the elegant app design as main strengths.
Many reports from couples who met through Hinge reinforce the app's proposal: be deleted after you find someone special.
If you are tired of traditional dating apps and are looking for something more serious, Hinge is a great alternative. It values real connections, encourages purposeful conversations and has a modern and effective approach. It’s worth trying out — who knows, you might find your ideal match?
