“I Swiped Right On Bumble But Nothing Happened” Here’s the reason…

You’re on Bumble, you see a profile that catches your eye, you swipe right…and then nothing. No instant connection, no pending match.

Before you start questioning your profile, it’s important to understand that there are a few reasons why this might happen.

The Reason You Swiped Right On Bumble But Nothing Happened

Firstly, and this may seem a little harsh, but not everyone on Bumble will be interested in us, just as we’re not interested in everyone we see.

Swiping right doesn’t guarantee an instant connection. The other person also has to swipe right on your profile for a match to occur.

Who knows, they could have swiped left at you. But that’s okay. Everyone has different preferences and we all don’t match everyone’s criteria. This is just a part of the process of dating, and relationship at large.

Next, it could be as a result of technical issues.

Is your app up-to-date? Sometimes, outdated apps can cause all sorts of hiccups, including a lag in matches.

Checking for updates in your device’s app store and ensuring you’re running the latest version of Bumble can help avoid any tech-related mishaps.

Also, keep in mind that not everyone uses Bumble on a daily basis. Some people might check their profile only once a week, or even less.

So, it’s possible that the person you swiped right on hasn’t even seen your profile yet. In other words, you may need to have a bit of patience.

Related: Do all guys on Bumble just swipe right everyone?

What Happens When You Swipe Right on Bumble?

When you come across a profile that you like on Bumble and you decide to swipe right, this indicates to the app that you’re interested in that person.

Now, your swipe right goes into a kind of ‘holding space’ within the app. It waits there until the person whose profile you liked comes across your profile.

If they too swipe right on you, it’s a match!

You’ll both receive a notification, and you can start a conversation.

However, keep in mind that on Bumble women have to send the first message in heterosexual matches, giving them the control to steer the conversation.

But what if you swiped right and they didn’t?

Well, they won’t know you’ve swiped right on them unless they also swipe right on your profile. So, if there’s no match, your swipe essentially remains unseen. It’s a good feature that spares us the awkwardness of unreciprocated interest.

One important thing to keep in mind is that Bumble uses an algorithm, like most dating apps.

This means the profiles you see aren’t just random; they’re based on a variety of factors, such as your location, age preferences, and even your in-app behavior. So, the more you use the app, the better it gets at showing you new profiles.

What Happens When You Swipe Left on Bumble?

Swiping left on Bumble is a polite way of saying, “I’m not interested.”

When you come across a profile that doesn’t quite resonate with you and decide to swipe left, Bumble’s algorithm makes a note of it.

Your left swipe is a signal to the app that you’re not interested in that specific profile, and it’s a part of how Bumble’s algorithm learns your preferences.

But you also want to be careful about how you swipe left, as swiping too much may also not be advisable.

But what about the person you swiped left on?

The good news is, they’ll never know. Just as when you swipe right, the other party is not notified of your swipe unless they also swipe right and a match is formed. So, if you swipe left, it’s silent.

One common question is whether a left swipe means you’ll never see that profile again.

In the case of Bumble, if you swipe left, that profile won’t show up for you again unless they delete and recreate their account.

Conclusion

It’s natural to feel a sense of disappointment when you swipe right and nothing happens. However, understanding that it’s a normal part of the Bumble process can help ease the frustration.