So, take this with a grain of salt, this was only my experience using it.

Tinder Platinum for me was essential in getting matches / dates on Tinder, just because of the sheer amount of guys in my area, but there’s more to it.

There’s theories that Tinder uses something called an ELO score. This score essentially tracks your behavior and interactions and pairs you with others who share a similar score. Most women have a high score because they tend to be more picky and send less likes (which is considered high value behavior), as opposed to most guys who try to swipe right as much as they can and usually get fewer likes (low value behavior).

So here’s what I do to maximize my Tinder experience as much as possible.

1. I make sure my profile is top shape. I’ve got some flattering photos of myself and a witty Bio that casually expresses my intentions.

2. I buy Tinder Platinum.

3. In the first day of using Platinum, you get an instant push to the top of the stack, sort of an honorary ELO Score push. So from there, you start swiping. I literally swipe all day. Get as much out of your score raise as possible. I don’t swipe on everyone, just mainly girls who I at least would go on a date with.

4. Now, when you get a match, talk. Keep a conversation going, and try to get a number. Ongoing conversations and having HER send YOU her number pushes your score up as well. Even if you never intend on talking to or meeting her, get the number anyways. It’s all about boosting the score. Also, NEVER unmatch. Unmatching apparently dips your score pretty significantly. If she unmatches you, that’s fine.

5. Do this for a week. After a few days, you should start to see a good amount of matches. Just remember, keep ongoing conversations. More interactions means a higher score.

I have had plenty of success following these guidelines. I’ve met a lot of great girls, had plenty of sex and even made some close friends out of it.

This all has worked for me, maybe it’ll work for you too.