How Do Dating App Algorithms Work? | WSJ Tech News Briefing

A growing number of people are meeting their long term partners on dating apps. But the technology that these apps use can feel as much of a mystery as love itself.
Host Zoe Thomas speaks with Liesel Sharabi, director of the Relationships and Technology Lab at Arizona State University, about how dating algorithms work and how new technologies could play a role in the future of dating.
Photo: Mauro Pimentel/Agence France-Presse/Getty Images
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[@azure89]

This was more a discussion on dating apps rather than the “how”

[@extraspace8475]

More choices is not better. These apps really sucks. I tried for years, but then went back to the roots and met a childhood friend and we matched for real.

[@szarur-abi8665]

They really do sucks, also congratulations on matching like it =)

[@itechmaroc1]

There are more chouces only for women

[@kuchesezik]

how do dating app algorithms work?
by trying to make people agitated enough to pay, preying on people's desperation

[@S.Archer]

100%

[@christopherbrand5360]

Somebody accidentally put "How" at the beginning of the video title. Oops!

[@TheShowerofSlime]

I won't be surprised if dating apps now use more AI chat software inconjunction with more paywalls to keep people engaged, making them think they are talking to real people.

[@webpresent]

...that already happened with Ashley madison website 8 years ago. Men did not know they were chating with bots.

[@YackYum]

How to use dating apps: Don't use them.
Got it.

[@nicky2k637]

“How do Dating App Algorithms Work?”
They work? News to me.

[@SorminaESar]

Hi, Zoe and professor Surabi, nice to see you. Thanks for tech news now🙏 Happy Valentine Zoe💕

[@jaydibernardo4320]

Dating is a lot of work, exhausting sometimes. Just get a dog or cat, so much easier & rewarding.

[@lanielbate5894]

Yeah you can even get away with saying I got a new bitch and not get slapped 🤣

[@angelsv]

Once again very bland journalism/reporting, and it's not the first time this happens. Let me know when you're going to explain the "How"... watch me while I unsubscribe

[@SorminaESar]

Happy Valentine ladies and gentlements of tech news community💕

[@stefaga19]

as usual, reportage well done!
but, how we can meet you Zoe at the end ?

[@VladislavKoreniuk]

Thanks so much ❤

[@quiet451]

My God, that vocal fry.

[@TKGZONE]

dating app are lame. I've seen people's personality change using it and it grooming u certain behaviors and its digusting

[@lanielbate5894]

It can work but not if they mess with the settings when you're being followed with cookies.

[@beinghuman5092]

Sorry I find Liesel’s talking style cringy.

[@1sinequanon]

Vocal fry is distracting and detracts from the credibility of the message.

[@abdiganiaden]

Dating apps is great if you’re 8 and above rating as a man cause almost all women chasing those men and nothing below.
So if you’re a guy who believes he’s under at least 8 save your time and money and do old school.

[@KleWdSide]

It's still a waste of time.
Good looking guys might get more right swipes, but they'll all be from land whales & trans women.

[@innocentrage1]

Cant even go old school now adays all the girls stay at home on a Friday night and swipe. Unless you have a cute bartender its just dudes at the bar or girls on dates

[@BrutalStrike2]

Meanwhile swapping all to right on timder

[@Djanthonymosley]

There’s no screaming emoji?

[@usandmexico]

I noticed people saying dating apps suck. I disagree. Family, social, and religious institutions suck. It was via those institutions that mating took place, and still does in some societies. Your family, religion, and social circles are failing you.
That and/or maybe you aren't desirable in some way? Perhaps you are selfish or have bad priorities?

[@auro1986]

how? same old algorithm of setting accounts randomly. don't let new names and colours fool you

[@pocketchange1871]

Lol she just said someone at work

[@potapotapotapotapotapota]

I use these dating apps but no one replies

[@kanharajput5443]

Are you on tinder ?

[@joshs3916]

I’ll pass. Talking in person is much better imo

[@great456789]

Dating apps have greatly damaged the dating market. Not helped.

[@swazirebel7316]

Relationships from dating apps don't last long.

[@maestrovso]

Until one get me a date with Zoe 💌🥀, I am not buying any of these algorithms as I don't think they work. I think I have a better chance asking Zoe here. 🙏

[@kvshirazi]

Why does she talk like that? I can't concentrate on what she says because of the way she talks...

[@oftengone]

I have one word for the boys: Hypergamy 😅🙏❤️

[@tonicalloway7227]

Yawn!..

[@editorjohn8803]

Sharabi's voice is so annoying. I'm not the only one of the few comments that point out the vocal fry, which is indicative of a lack of power and confidence. Think Elmer Fudd. I only heard Zoe Thomas, who has a very refreshing voice

[@LV-qr8fr]

ITT - salty incels

[@yihuixiang]

Zoe Thomas is not a competent journalist.