Here are 19 of the most commonly-missed dating app red flags, according to the experts. And of course, use your best judgment when swiping - not everything on this list might feel like a dealbreaker to you, and you ultimately know best what you're looking for.īut being aware of potential red flags from the get-go can save you a lot of trouble down the line. While some red flags are completely obvious (bragging about their sexual prowess, half naked photos, and blatant racism, sexism, or other bias, just to name a few), others may not catch your eye as even being a red flag. At the same time, keeping an eye out for certain red flags will help save you time in the long run!' 'Most of us could stand to dial down our judgments about and give dating more of an open-minded chance. 'Online dating is by its nature a judgmental beast,' master confidence coach and host of the UnF*ck Your Brain podcast, Kara Loewentheil, tells Bustle. In fact, they could be right in front of you, practically screaming, and you still might miss them. Play the popular card game where you and your friends set each other up on great dates and watch as they get destroyed when everyone sabotages each other with horrible Red Flags. But the problem is when your head is in the dating game and you're really looking for 'the one,' either for a night or the long-haul, seeing those red flags isn't always easy. While it's safe to assume not everyone is out to catfish you, there are still dating app red flags that need your attention. Although dating apps are now the mainstream when it comes to meeting new people, it's important to be cautious.
