Step One: Update Your Facebook App
Before anything else, open your app store. Search for Facebook and tap Update if it's available. Facebook Dating is only available on the mobile app. You can’t access it from a computer or mobile browser. An outdated app may not display the dating feature.
Make sure your internet connection is stable. If you’ve updated the app and still can’t find Dating, restart your phone.
Step Two: Confirm Eligibility
You must be 18 years or older to use Facebook Dating. Your location also matters. Not all countries have access to Facebook Dating yet. If you’re in a supported country, the option should appear automatically once your app is up to date.
Facebook uses your location and age from your main profile. So, make sure your profile reflects your real details. If you're not seeing Dating, check your age or switch on your location.
Step Three: Open the Facebook Dating Tab
Launch your Facebook app and tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) usually found at the top or bottom right of your screen. Scroll until you see the Dating tab. If you don’t find it immediately, type “Dating” into the search bar.
Tap on Facebook Dating to open it. The screen will welcome you and walk you through the profile creation process. Click Get Started to begin.
Step Four: Create Your Dating Profile
Facebook Dating works separately from your main profile. You can customize it without affecting your timeline or main feed. The setup process involves:
Choosing your gender and who you're interested in
Adding your height, job, and education (optional)
Selecting your location
Answering fun dating prompts like “The best way to win me over is…”
Uploading photos from your phone or Facebook gallery
Pick clear, friendly pictures that show your real self. Add details that reflect your values or lifestyle. This helps attract people who genuinely match your interests.
Step Five: Explore and Match
Once your profile is active, Facebook will start showing you suggestions. These matches are based on shared interests, pages you like, groups you join, and mutual preferences.
If you like someone, tap the heart icon. If not, tap the X to pass. You can also leave a message on someone’s profile to make your interest clear. Facebook does not use swipe mechanics like other apps, making interactions feel more natural.
Step Six: Use the Secret Crush Feature
One unique option on Facebook Dating is Secret Crush. You can select up to nine friends or Instagram followers you secretly admire. If they’ve also added you, Facebook notifies both of you about the match. If not, it stays hidden.
This feature helps break the ice with someone you already know but haven’t approached yet.
Step Seven: Set Your Privacy Controls
Your Facebook friends won’t see your dating profile unless they’re using the Secret Crush feature and match with you. You can also block specific people, adjust location settings, or limit who appears in your feed.
To change these settings, go to your Dating profile and tap the gear icon in the top corner. From there, you can control who sees you and who doesn’t.
Conclusion
Activating and creating your Facebook Dating profile in 2025 is simple and safe. Just update your app, follow the prompts, and customize your experience. The platform is free, integrated, and designed to help real people find meaningful connections.
Whether you're seeking love, companionship, or a new beginning, Facebook Dating gives you the space to meet someone who gets you—without starting from scratch.
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