Bumble photo tips
Good Bumble photos follow the same basic ideas as any dating app. People decide quickly, and they decide mostly on your photos. These tips will help you pick the right ones and put them in a good order.
Start with a clear photo of just you
Your first photo should make it easy to see your face. Be alone in it, skip the sunglasses, and pick good light. Daylight outside works for almost everyone.
It should look like you today, so people are not surprised when they meet you. If you have changed your hair or style, use a recent photo.
Skip the mirror selfie
Mirror selfies are rarely a good look. The phone hides part of your face and indoor light is often harsh. If you want a full body photo, ask a friend or use a timer.
Photos taken outside in daylight almost always look better than photos taken in a bathroom or bedroom.
Order matters
Put your best photo first and your next best after it. A fun photo that is a bit weaker, like you at a hobby or on a trip, fits nicely in the 3rd or 4th spot.
If you are short, there is no need to hide it, but do not make it the first thing people notice.
Each photo should show something new. A close up, a photo that shows your outfit, and one of you doing something you enjoy work well together.
How to know which photo is best
Friends are too nice to give you a real answer. App likes can be misleading too, since people often like a random photo while scrolling.
On The Face They See, you upload 3 photos and real people of the opposite gender rank them from best to worst. You can pick their age range and add an ethnicity preference if you want. Your upload goes live after you rank 5 other sets of photos, and results come in over a few days.
When your results are ready, you see which photo came first and get a results card with a link you can share with friends.
Take more photos than you need
Take dozens or even hundreds of photos and keep the best couple. Angles, facial expression, and style all make a difference. A light touch up is fine, but do not overdo it so you look too AI.
Every upload is free forever, including your second, third, and every one after that. Paying is only an optional way to skip the wait. You can pay $10 once or $30 for 5 skips, and paying does not change your results.
Common questions
- What makes a good first Bumble photo?
- A clear photo of just you, with your face easy to see, taken in good light. Outdoors in daylight is a safe choice.
- Can I test my Bumble photos before I post them?
- Yes. Upload 3 photos to The Face They See and real people of the opposite gender rank them from best to worst.
- Does it cost money?
- No. Every upload is free forever. Paying to skip the line is optional and does not change your results.