Gen Z has a new dating app profile rule, apparently

Gen Z is grappling with a new dating app protocol, apparently. According to a recent survey, Gen Z women and men tend to avoid posting swimwear, bikini, or shirtless photos on dating profiles once summer concludes. The survey, conducted by Hily, polled 5,900 U.S. Gen Z and millennial daters.

Approximately 28% of Gen Z women and 34% of Gen Z men believe such photos are only suitable during the summer months. This sentiment appears to stem from the perception that these kinds of pictures may signal desperation. Around one-third of Gen Z participants, both women (33%) and men (31%), hold this viewpoint.

The survey also revealed that one in five Gen Z women and one in ten Gen Z men believe they should not even be on dating apps. This perception could be contributing to their reluctance to "like" others they encounter on the platform.

Interestingly, around half of Gen Z, both women (47%) and men (52%), think these photos could provide a more accurate depiction of potential partners. In contrast, the majority, including 62% of women and 74% of men, view such images as an expression of confidence. Therefore, if one chooses to do so, they can confidently incorporate swimwear, bikini, or shirtless photos into their dating profiles, even donning white if they so desire.