Facebook Dating is a new feature on the Facebook app that allows users to start dating online. With Facebook Dating, users can create a dating profile separate from their normal Facebook profile and find potential matches based on interests and preferences. One unique aspect of Facebook Dating is the ability to use Messenger to communicate with matches.
How does Facebook Dating work?
To use Facebook Dating, users need to opt-in and create a dating profile. This profile will not be visible to friends or anyone outside of Dating. The dating profile includes basic info such as age, location, education, occupation, and photos. Users also indicate preferences for who they are interested in matching with.
Once the profile is set up, Facebook generates potential matches based on preferences, interests, and other factors. Users can review these potential matches and like or pass on them. If there is a mutual like between two users, it results in a match and opens up the ability to start chatting.
With the Facebook Dating app, users can browse and like profiles, view matches, and communicate with matches all in one place. The dating service is integrated directly within the main Facebook app.
How does Messenger integrate with Facebook Dating?
Messenger allows Facebook Dating users to start conversations with their matches. Once two users match within Facebook Dating, they gain the ability to message each other using Messenger. This means they can start chatting instantly without having to exchange phone numbers or switch to another platform.
All Facebook Dating conversations happen within Messenger. Users can send text, emoji, photos, videos, voice messages, and more to communicate with matches. There are also fun features likemessenger invites on Facebook Dating?
When you match with someone on Facebook Dating, you have the option to invite them to start a conversation in Messenger. Sending a Messenger invite is a way to open up communication with your match.
Here’s how it works:
- You match with someone in Facebook Dating.
- On their profile, you’ll see the option “Invite to Messenger.”
- Tap “Invite to Messenger” to send them an invite.
This sends a notification to your match that you want to start chatting in Messenger. If they accept the invite, a Messenger conversation will start between you and your match.
Why send a Messenger invite?
There are a few key reasons you may want to send a Messenger invite to someone you’ve matched with on Facebook Dating:
- To make the first move – Sending an invite opens the door for your match to communicate with you. It signals you’re interested in starting a conversation.
- To switch to a more featured messaging platform – Messenger offers more messaging options compared to the basic in-app chat.
- To keep chatting when a match expires – Conversations in Messenger will persist even if the match expires in the dating section.
The invite system allows the user who sent the like or match to control initiating the first conversation. Your match can’t message you directly until you’ve sent them an invite. This helps avoid unwanted messages from matches.
What happens when you send a Messenger invite?
When you tap “Invite to Messenger” on a match’s Facebook Dating profile here’s the basic flow:
- The match receives a notification that you want to message them on Messenger.
- They can choose to accept the invite or ignore it.
- If accepted, a new Messenger conversation will start between you and the match.
- You can now message each other normally over Messenger.
The match has full control – they aren’t required to accept the invite. If they ignore it, you won’t be able to message them on Messenger.
Messenger invites vs. phone number sharing
Messenger invites provide an alternative to exchanging phone numbers with dating matches. Some key differences:
- Messenger keeps your personal contact details private. You don’t have to share your phone number.
- It’s integrated directly within Facebook Dating. Easy to send an invite right from a match’s profile.
- Works instantly if your match accepts. No coordinating outside the app.
- Matches who ignore invites won’t have your number.
However, you’ll need to eventually exchange numbers if you want to communicate outside of Messenger. But Messenger invites let you skip that step initially.
Other Facebook Dating Messenger features
In addition to Messenger invites, there are a few other ways Messenger enables Facebook Dating communication:
1. Share Facebook Stories
You can share your Facebook Stories directly with matches in Messenger chats. This gives your matches a peek into your everyday life.
2. Use Messenger effects
Messenger effects like selfie stickers, filters and AR masks can help break the ice with matches.
3. View dating activity in messages
Your Facebook Dating activity, like when you send a Messenger invite or get a new match, will show up right in your Messenger conversations.
Messenger invite FAQs
Can matches message me first?
No, your match can’t start a Messenger conversation with you until you’ve sent an invite. You have full control to initiate messaging.
Do invites expire?
Yes, invites will expire after 7 days if your match doesn’t respond.
Can I send an invite more than once?
If your first invite expires, you can send another invite to the same match.
What if I change my mind and don’t want to chat?
You can withdraw the invite any time before your match accepts it to cancel starting a conversation.
Can I only chat in Messenger with matches?
No, you can use Messenger normally with any of your Facebook friends. Messenger invites are specifically for starting chats with Facebook Dating matches.
Conclusion
Messenger invites enable Facebook Dating users to seamlessly transition matches into conversations. Sending an invite is a simple way to signal interest and start chatting with mutual matches. Messenger provides robust messaging capabilities, integrates directly with Facebook Dating, and helps keep personal contact details private in the early stages of getting to know someone. While not required, most users will want to leverage Messenger invites as the next step after matching with someone appealing in Facebook Dating.