Don’t get me wrong: I love Tinder! It’s one of the most effective, popular dating apps because of the many people who use it.
But the app is far from perfect—there are many bugs and sneaky things Tinder throws at you, lowering your enjoyment on the platform.
This is where the 3-month (or 92-day) rule comes into play, allowing you to reset your app for a better performance…
What exactly is the 3-month/92-day rule on Tinder?
The 3-month (or 90/92-day) rule on Tinder means deleting your account and waiting a whole 3 MONTH (yes!) before opening a new one.
This is supposed to, allegedly, give you a fresh start on Tinder so that your identity isn’t linked to your new profile.
– Why 3 months exactly?
90 days, 92 days…it honestly doesn’t matter as long as you’ve reached the 3-month mark because that’s how long Tinder keeps your data for!
According to Tinder’s Privacy Policy, this is the case with accounts that have been deleted.
– If your account was banned, you must wait up to 1 year!
Many banned users think that waiting only 3 months will do it for them, but no: for banned accounts, data is kept for up to 1 year, and they must wait that long before making a new account.
*Beyond legal obligations, Tinder keeps some of your data so that you don’t reopen an account with the same information in case you were banned because they’re strict with their ban policy.
How does the 3-month rule work?
It’s easy, really; the most challenging part is waiting a full 90 days before rejoining Tinder again, which many people don’t do.
Step 1: Unlink everything from your current account.
As a safety measure, I always suggest that you delete your own data firsthand, such as Spotify and payment info because you want to leave no traces behind.
P.S. Your photos and name cannot be deleted, and if you attempt to, Tinder might lock you out of your account, so just delete whatever you can.
Step 2: Delete your account.
We have come to the inevitable: deleting your account…
Open the Tinder app, go to your profile’s Settings, and scroll down to where it says Delete Account—press the button and you’re good to go.
Step 3: Wait it out for 3 months.
Nope, not joking: you have to wait exactly 3 months (or a year depending if you were banned or not) before making an account on Tinder again with the same info.
Otherwise, you’d still go through the same things again, be it remaining shadowbanned, or getting no quality matches.
The safest route would be not reusing the same details, such as:
- Phone number;
- Photos;
- Social media;
- Credit card info.
Does the 92-day rule work for reversing Tinder Shadowbans?
The 3-month rule, as I said, is used as a form of resetting your Tinder account when something’s wrong, such as being shadowbanned.
A Tinder Shadowban is what’s given to unruly users Tinder deems not bad enough to full-on ban, so instead, their profiles are hidden from the masses.
Some other signs include a glitchy app, small number of likes/matches, and seeing the same profiles over and over again.
If the issue isn’t getting any better, implement the 3-month rule on Tinder but the version in which you delete your information if you want to make 100% sure Tinder doesn’t know it’s you.
Wait 90 days and open a new account with a different phone number—one that protects your identity and is easy to use, like DatingZest’s fake numbers for Tinder!
Waiting 3 months means your data has been wiped off of Tinder, and your new account won’t be at risk of getting recognized and banned as a result.
The 3-month Tinder rule — Genius or a waste of time?
If you’re unhappy with your Tinder profile and want to start fresh, you sort of have no other choice but to wait 3 months…unless you want to give other dating apps a choice.
Other than potentially reversing a Shadowban, the 92-day or 3-month rule is good for:
– Improving your ELO Score, aka your Tinder profile’s desirability (who sees and interacts with you). If you’re going through a dry spell, waiting for 90 days to make a new account enables you to start from scratch.
– Boosting your matches and likes. After the 3-month rule, it’s possible you’ll receive more likes/matches, especially if you were Shadowbanned.
However, we also have downsides to this rule:
– You have to be meticulous in terms of patience and steps because you have to make sure you pass the 3-month mark; moreover, you cannot use any of the same info on your new Tinder account.
– Success isn’t guaranteed. And even if you are overly meticulous, there’s never a 100% chance this rule will solve your Tinder issues, users report.
– Your reputation may take a hit if you repeatedly delete and make new accounts, especially without switching your info out because Tinder will view it as suspicious activity.
FAQ about Tinder’s policy…
1. When should I open a new Tinder account?
Whether you’re struggling with matches, or you’ve swiped through the entire area, a new account is the perfect excuse to refresh your profile with better pics and a bio that catches attention.
2. How can I know when it’s been 92 days?
The best way to find out if it’s been 92 days, is to actually keep track of yourself. Sadly, as of now, Tinder does not send out notifications or emails to let you know when that time has passed.
3. What happens after you delete your Tinder account?
Say goodbye to your matches, messages, Tinder subscriptions, and everything else because they’re gone for good. But remember, your personal information won’t vanish instantly as it’ll still be part of Tinder’s system for a while.
4. Are there any penalties for deleting and remaking a Tinder account?
Depends on why you deleted it and how long you wait before making a new one!
If you deleted it to remove your Shadowban, then it won’t help much as your data is still with Tinder; if you repeat the process one too many times, as I mentioned, Tinder will think you’re suspicious.
Waiting out on the 92-day safety retention window can make a huge difference in your dating journey. Playing by Tinder’s rules might feel like a game, but it’s one you can easily win with a little patience and strategy.
Now you’re all set!
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