New feature enables users to filter the words, phrases and
emojis they see in their incoming Likes with Comments for a more
positive dating experience
NEW
YORK, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today,
Hinge released Hidden Words, a new feature that gives daters across
the globe the ability to filter the words, phrases and emojis in
their incoming Likes with Comments — helping to reduce unwanted
interactions while increasing safety and confidence on their dating
journey. A first-of-its-kind tool among dating apps, Hidden Words
aims to help users customize their experience, creating a more
comfortable space to show up as their authentic selves.
Meaningful connections can only happen when people feel safe.
Research shows that online harassment has been on the rise across
all digital spaces – particularly for vulnerable groups like women,
BIPOC and LGBTQ+ users. Hidden Words is designed to help support
daters by detouring a negative interaction before it starts, and to
provide the opportunity to create a better experience on Hinge
based on their personal preferences.
How Hidden Words works: Daters create a personalized list
of words, phrases or emojis they don't want to see in their inbound
Likes with Comments. Likes that come with comments including
unwanted terms from a user's custom list will not show up in that
user's total like count; instead, they will be moved to a separate
category where users can individually review them at any point they
wish, or delete without ever opening. Additionally, users will be
able to add to their Hidden Words list if reporting messages as
inappropriate.
"At Hinge, we believe in creating an environment where everyone
can feel safe and respected, which is integral to building genuine
connections," said Jeff Dunn,
Hinge's VP, Trust & Safety. "With the launch of Hidden Words,
we are living by our mission, to become the most trusted dating
app. This feature is about giving daters the ability to define
their boundaries, enhancing their confidence in the process. Our
hope is that with Hidden Words, users will feel reassured they can
explore potential connections in a way that's most comfortable to
them, leading to safer and more satisfying dating experiences."
Hinge is continually investing in Trust & Safety efforts
that respond to daters' needs. Features such as Selfie Verification
help people feel more confident that a user is actually who they
appear to be in their profile photos, equipping them to make
informed decisions about who they interact with. Hidden Words also
builds on Hinge's efforts to protect and empower vulnerable users,
including providing queer dating resources and offering funding to
expand therapy access to BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ daters.
About Hinge
The Dating App Designed To Be Deleted®:
Hinge is on a mission to create a less lonely world by inspiring
intimate, in-person connections. Through in-depth and personalized
profiles, daters have unique conversations that get them off the
app and out on great dates. And it's resonating. Hinge is setting
up a date every two seconds. Hinge was acquired by Match Group
(NASDAQ: MTCH) in 2018.
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SOURCE Hinge Inc.
