I Pretended to Be a Girl on a Dating App in a Tier-4 City – The Results Blew My Mind (1200+ Matches in 14 Hours!)

So, I decided to conduct a little social experiment to explore the dynamics of dating apps in India. Using FaceApp, I altered my appearance to look like a woman and created a fake profile on a popular dating app. Here's the kicker: 1 live in a tier-4 city, and within just 14 hours, L had over 1200 matches! And the profile was not even verified! This experience left me reflecting on the massive advantage Indian women seem to have on dating platforms. A few key observations: For men, it's a tough game-tons of competition and very few matches. On the flip side, women have a significant upper hand but might struggle to sift through the noise for genuine connections. 1. The Gender Imbalance: Men significantly outnumber women on dating apps in India, especially in smaller towns. This results in women receiving far more attention, regardless of the platform. 2. Quality vs. Quantity: While women might get a ton of matches, it's likely that many of these are low-effort or generic messages from men simply swiping right on every profile 3. Cultural Context: In a conservative society, dating apps are one of the few spaces where men feel they can approach women more freely. This adds to the overwhelming response women face on these platforms. 4. Perception of Beauty: Even a digitally-altered profile with average looks can garner significant attention, proving that appearance alone often drives initial interest. This experiment was eye-opening, but it also left me wondering: is this disparity good or bad for dating culture in India? I'd love to hear your thoughts!