Can you do Facebook Dating on Android?

Facebook Dating is Facebook’s built-in dating service that allows you to match and chat with other Facebook users who have also opted into Facebook Dating. It launched in 2018 and is now available in most countries where Facebook operates.

Facebook Dating can be used both on desktop and in the Facebook mobile app on both iOS and Android devices. So yes, you can definitely use Facebook Dating if you have an Android phone or tablet.

How to Set Up Facebook Dating on Android

Setting up Facebook Dating on Android is easy and only takes a few minutes. Here are the steps:

Step 1: Update to the Latest Version of Facebook

Make sure you have installed the latest version of the Facebook app from the Google Play Store. Facebook Dating only works on the newest versions of the Facebook app.

Step 2: Go to the Facebook Dating Section

Open the Facebook app and tap on the hamburger menu icon in the top right. Then scroll down and tap on “Facebook Dating”. This will bring you into the Facebook Dating section.

Step 3: Enable Facebook Dating

On the welcome screen, tap “Get Started”. Read through the introduction and tap “Continue”. Facebook Dating will now walk you through the steps to create your dating profile.

Step 4: Set Your Location

Facebook Dating uses your location to match you with people nearby. It will ask to enable location services on your device. Tap “Allow” to let Facebook Dating use your location.

Step 5: Select Your Gender and Preference

Select your gender and the gender(s) you’re interested in matching with. Facebook Dating allows you to choose from several gender identities and preferences.

Step 6: Verify Your Age

Since you need to be 18+ to use Facebook Dating, it will ask you to verify your age. You can do this by uploading an ID document or by allowing Facebook to use your profile information.

Step 7: Review Your Profile

Facebook Dating will import your name, age, and profile photos from your existing Facebook account. Review your profile and make any changes or additions you want.

Step 8: Set Preferences

Set preferences for who you see and how you interact within Facebook Dating. You can choose age ranges, locations, and other filters.

Step 9: Opt Into Matching

The final step is to opt into matching. Facebook Dating will now start suggesting potential matches for you based on your profile and preferences.

And that’s it! Facebook Dating is now enabled and ready to use on your Android device.

How Facebook Dating Works on Android

Once set up, here is how Facebook Dating works on Android:

View and Like Potential Matches

Facebook Dating will show a list of suggested matches on the Discover tab based on your preferences, interests, groups and events, and other profile information. Swipe through the profiles and tap the heart icon if you’re interested in that person.

View Matches

When you and another person both like each other, it’s a match! View your list of matches in the Matches tab. From there you can start chatting.

Send a Message

Start a conversation with any of your matches by tapping on their profile and selecting “Send Message”. This will open a messenger window where you can get to know each other better.

Use Messenger

You can chat and get to know matches through Messenger. Send text, emoji, photos, videos, voice messages, and more.

Unmatch or Report Users

You can unmatch or report any user that is being inappropriate. Tap the three dots icon in a conversation and then select either unmatch or report.

Manage Notifications

By default you will get notifications when you have a new match or message. You can manage the notifications you receive from Facebook Dating in the app settings.

Pause Profile

Want to take a break from Facebook Dating? You can pause your profile to stop receiving matches and messages. Your profile won’t be visible to other users when paused.

Delete Profile

If you decide Facebook Dating isn’t for you, you can delete your dating profile while keeping your regular Facebook profile. This completely removes you from the dating service.

Facebook Dating App on Android vs iOS

The Facebook Dating experience is very similar on both Android and iOS. The user interface design is identical, and all the main features work the same way.

Here are the only minor differences between the two:

Matching Algorithm

The matching algorithms may be tuned slightly differently on each platform. This means the suggested matches you see could vary slightly between Android and iOS.

Performance

The overall performance and responsiveness of the app may differ slightly between the platforms. Facebook generally aims for parity but there could be minor speed or smoothness differences.

Integrations

Any integrations with the broader OS will be platform specific. For example, sharing a Facebook Dating profile via Android’s share sheet versus iOS share options.

Notifications

The notification style and settings will match the Android or iOS conventions. But the types of notifications you receive are the same.

Design

The Facebook Dating interface looks and feels native on each platform based on UI norms. This includes following Android or iOS design language patterns.

Overall the core Facebook Dating features, functionality, and user experience are identical between Android and iOS. You can expect nearly the same dating app capabilities on both mobile platforms.

Tips for Using Facebook Dating on Android

Here are some tips to improve your Facebook Dating experience on Android devices:

Complete Your Profile

Fill out your bio with interests, job, education, lifestyle and add photos. This gives potential matches more to go on.

Link Instagram Account

You can link your Instagram account to showcase even more photos of yourself. This can help you stand out.

Tailor Your Discovery Preferences

Use filters like age, distance, height, religion, etc to only see matches you’re compatible with.

Initiate Conversations

Don’t wait to get messaged first. Initiate conversations with your matches to get things started.

Move Conversations to Messenger

Try transitioning from the in-app messenger to Facebook Messenger for a better chat experience.

Use the icebreakers

Send one of the preset icebreaker questions or create your own if you need help sparking a conversation.

Stay Safe When Meeting Up

Take precautions when planning to meet someone in real life for the first time. Meet in public, tell friends, etc.

Report Bad Behavior

Don’t hesitate to report any harassing messages or fake profiles you come across.

Conclusion

Facebook Dating provides a convenient way to meet potential romantic matches right within the Facebook app you likely already use regularly. Setting it up and using it on Android devices is quick and easy. With a robust profile, selective discovery preferences, and safe real-life practices, Facebook Dating can help you meet someone special.

Platform	Features	Interface	Performance
Android	– Can like/match profiles – Can message matches – Location-based matching	– Follows Android UI patterns – Designed for Android screens	– Smooth scrolling – Fast loading profiles
iOS	– Can like/match profiles – Can message matches – Location-based matching	– Follows iOS UI patterns – Designed for iPhone screens	– Smooth scrolling – Fast loading profiles