Hinge of the dating application spear A new feature called “match note” on Wednesday, allowing users to share private information with matches that they have not publicly shared on their profile.
Users can add a correspondence note by going to their profile, similar to how they can add a text prompt. The note is always visible for new matches, but they can only read it once. To finish the match, the other person must recognize the note to start the conversation. They can also choose to have the other person inserted after seeing the match note.
Hinge explains that this feature is designed to take charge of the under-represented groups, in particular LGBTQIA + and Neurodivergent users, which are faced with unique challenges on dating applications.
For example, transgender users may not feel comfortable revealing their identity in their profiles, but still want to be frank with their matches. The functionality can also allow users of Neurodivergent to share their needs more privately or to help Sober Daters to establish a first date that does not involve drinking.
Match note could also allow users to express their relational and communication styles before messaging for a person who may not align with their preferences.
