Here’s why you’re getting a Tinder authentication code text but you’re not on Tinder: This means that your phone number is on file with Tinder and formally associated with the account tied to the text message. If you don’t have a Tinder account, it means that someone else is using your phone number. This could … Read more
Tinder does not inform users when you report them, and the company is committed to protecting your privacy throughout the reporting process. If the person you are reporting is dangerous or performing illegal activities, you should also report them to law enforcement.
The biggest reason is that Tinder boosts matchmaking for new users. On top of that, user behavior helps to refine the algorithm, and it’s possible that quality matches are favored over high numbers of matches. There are also natural forces, like the number of users in your area, that affect how often you match.
At a minimum, a scammer can sell your information and lead to you getting spam calls and advertisements that are annoying at worst. More successful scammers can use your phone number and personal information to steal just about anything from you. There’s not really a ceiling on how bad it can get.
Even if you delete Tinder from your phone, your profile might still appear to other users. When you delete the app, Tinder will simply mark your profile as “inactive.” This means that your profile will still appear to users. You can prevent this by turning off Discovery for your account in your settings.