How to Get Unbanned from Tinder - Complete Guide - Playing With Fire (2024)

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Did you have your Tinder account banned? Trying to figure out how to get it back? I’ve spent a lot of time researching and testing out what to do when you’ve been banned or shadowbanned on Tinder. In this article, I’ll walk you through the steps of how to get unbanned from Tinder. But first, you need to know that Tinder will not, under any circ*mstances, help or let you get unbanned. You can appeal to them but they never get back to you. And even if they did, they’re not going to give you a straight answer.

Something most people are unaware of when it comes to Tinder bans is that Tinder also sometimes flags your pictures, so if you make a new account with different credentials (alternate way of signing up) keeping the same pictures and the order, you can still get shadowbanned.

Shadowbanned: Your profile is active but it’s not shown to other active profiles no matter you swiping right on them. If you have a good profile (you got lots of input from female friends for your pictures AND/OR you’ve posted your profile on the forums for feedback, and yet you still get no matches), you know you’ve been shadowbanned. If you get much better quality and quantity of matches on other dating apps than you do on Tinder, then that could also mean that you’re shadowbanned.

With that all out of the way, I’m going to give you a step by step guide on how to reset your Tinder without having the shadow ban on your pictures so they aren’t aware that it’s the same person. I’ll also explain how you can trick the photo recognition software Tinder has in place.

You need to follow these steps exactly. I’ll go in detail for each of the steps:

  1. Delete the Tinder app on your phone
  2. Factory reset on your phone (optional but highly recommended)
  3. Download a VPN (I use NordVPN), Mysudo app, and the cloaking software
  4. Use a new phone number and login to VPN so the IP address is masked, so Tinder doesn’t know it’s the same phone that’s being used to create this new account
  5. Delete metadata of your pictures you used in your original profile before reuploading onto your new profile
  6. When you login, if you don’t have a different set of pictures and different profile details, use the image cloaking software and/or crop it a certain way
  7. Use different payment details than your last profile for Tinder Plus / Gold / Platinum or in-app purchases

Here are the steps to get unbanned from Tinder in detail:

1. Delete the Tinder app

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Make sure to delete the app on your phone and any iCloud data for iOS orclear the cachefor Android. This eliminates any data from your previous profiles which may set off Tinder’s algorithm.

2. Factory Reset Your Phone

This step is optional but highly recommended. I get why it may be something you wouldn’t want to do. But, Tinder can sometimes also recognize it’s the same person creating the profile using the Device ID. So, you may consider doing a factory reset. If you’re backing up your data, all your data would be safe and hence you don’t have to worry about anything but the time it takes to restore your device from backup.How to Get Unbanned from Tinder - Complete Guide - Playing With Fire (3)

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3. Download a VPN and Mysudo

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How to Get Unbanned from Tinder - Complete Guide - Playing With Fire (7)How to Get Unbanned from Tinder - Complete Guide - Playing With Fire (8)Since Tinder also keeps track of your IP address, you’re better off logging in through a VPN app to mask your IP you can download from the app store. (NordVPN is the one I use and like a lot.)

Now, the choice of choosing a way to log in. Phone number is the trusted source of Tinder login since Tinder treats a phone number as a unique device ID. Both Facebook and email way of logging in have more security since they can be logged in through another person’s phone or system. Use the MySudo app to generate a new phone number, and use that number to receive a confirmation text to login.

4. Delete Metadata from Your Pictures

As soon as pictures are uploaded onto an app, metadata is cached along with the original image itself. Tinder can crosscheck this metadata along with the picture recognition software to figure out who you are and shadow ban you. One app I’ve used to remove metadata is called “MetaX”.How to Get Unbanned from Tinder - Complete Guide - Playing With Fire (9)

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5. Cloak and Crop Your Pictures

Deleting metadata can be useful for Tinder to not recognize the picture, but we recommend going further. You can “cloak” each picture using thiscloaking softwareand crop them in just a wee bit different angle than your previous profile, to add an extra level of security and confidence.How to Get Unbanned from Tinder - Complete Guide - Playing With Fire (11)

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These two steps can throw off Tinder’s image recognition software.

6. Use Totally Different Payment Tools

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If you want to pay for a subscription to Tinder, or buy any items in the app, make sure you use a different name and payment method, since the banned profile might be associated with the old payment method.

Finally, we recommend trying to use a shortened form of your name, adding/subtracting a year to your age, and using a different bio.

I realize that some of these steps may seem like a pain in the ass or tedious. However, we recommend following this guide step-by-step. Each little step is really important to help ensure Tinder can’t identify you and tie you to your previously banned profile. Tinder is also really sneaky with using shadow bans when it detects you recreating an old profile, so often you may not even know that you were banned. For these reasons, it’s important to take every precaution you can to avoid Tinder figuring out who you are. If you follow each of these steps exactly, you can get unbanned from Tinder and get a fresh start!

Hope that helps,
Indian PE

How to Get Unbanned from Tinder - Complete Guide - Playing With Fire (2024)

FAQs

Is there a way to get unbanned from Tinder? ›

Appeal. The immediate answer for how to unban Tinder is to make a polite appeal to the Tinder support system. All you have to do is contact the service and ask for the unbanning process, which will reveal why the account is banning. Make a simple appeal to the service; that will get back your account.

How do I get past permanent ban on Tinder? ›

Tinder Ban/Shadowban Hard Reset Guide
  1. Delete your account.
  2. If on a device, uninstall the app.
  3. Create a new email address.
  4. Get a new number.
  5. Make sure to use new photos that were NOT used on your old profile (Note: We offer a photography service that is specially designed to get you more matches on dating apps like Tinder)
Mar 1, 2023

Does Tinder ban permanently? ›

In general, if Tinder has banned your account, it's a permanent ban. But that doesn't mean it isn't worth at least trying to make a Tinder ban appeal through the Tinder support system — especially if you think the ban really is a mistake.

Can you use a VPN to get unbanned from Tinder? ›

Unfortunately, the world's most popular dating app is blocked in some countries. The good news? You can use a VPN to access Tinder from anywhere in the world!

Does Tinder ban on IP? ›

Tinder bans accounts based on their IP addresses, so connect to a PIA server and get a new IP address before making a new account after a ban.

How do I bypass a device ban? ›

How do I get past a device ban? Use a new phone number, email, IP address using a VPN and an android emulator on your laptop will allow you to create a new account. You can also get a new cell phone, with a new phone number and email.

Why did Tinder randomly ban me? ›

Getting blocked can happen for many reasons, but most often, it is because someone has violated the terms of service. For example, Tinder may ban someone for using fake pictures or profile information, sending spam messages, or engaging in other abusive behavior.

How do I restore my Tinder account? ›

Did you subscribe using your Apple ID or Google Play Store account?
  1. Open Tinder.
  2. Tap the profile icon.
  3. Go to Settings.
  4. Scroll down and tap Restore Purchase.

Why did Tinder ban me forever? ›

We ban accounts when there has been a violation of our Terms of Use and/or Community Guidelines. It's important to us that Tinder is a welcoming and safe space for all and we don't take violations of our policies lightly.

Can Tinder ban your phone? ›

How do I bypass a Tinder device ban to create a new account after being banned? Getting a new sim or reinstalling the app doesn't work any more if you get banned on tinder app because tinder now bans your phone. One obvious thing which could come up in your mind is to buy a new phone but that is not a solution.

Does Tinder use facial recognition? ›

Photo Verification consists of one simple step: taking a video selfie. You will receive "Photo Verified" status if the person in your video selfie passes both the Liveness Check and 3D Face Authentication step.

How to get Tinder without phone number? ›

Can you make a Tinder without phone number? Tinder offers users multiple ways to sign up for an account. You can do this either with a profile on Google or Facebook as well as a mobile phone number.

Is using a VPN to bypass a ban illegal? ›

While it's perfectly legal to use a VPN in most of the world, some countries have specific bans or restrictions. Countries with heavily-restricted network access generally don't want their citizens accessing the open internet with a VPN.

Does Tinder track VPN? ›

Tinder users can't use any common VPN service because of Tinder's system of pinpointing geographical location through GPS. They must use GPS spoofing VPNs in order to disguise their physical location.

How do I get a new number for Tinder? ›

Tap the profile icon. Scroll to Account Settings. Tap Phone Number > Update My Phone Number. Enter your new phone number and follow steps for SMS verification.

How long does Tinder keep your data ban? ›

After your account is closed, we will delete your personal information, as laid out below: To protect the safety and security of our members, we implement a safety retention window of three months following account closure, or one year following an account ban.

How do I get a new IP address? ›

How to Change Your IP Address on Android Manually
  1. Go to your Android Settings.
  2. Navigate to Wireless & Networks.
  3. Click on your Wi-Fi network.
  4. Click Modify Network.
  5. Select Advanced Options.
  6. Change the IP address.
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What does Tinder ban you for? ›

No illegal content or activities are allowed, ever. This means you can't use Tinder to buy or sell drugs or counterfeit goods, or ask for assistance to help you break the law. We definitely won't tolerate anyone using Tinder to advocate or participate in any sort of harm involving minors or human trafficking.

How do I unban an IP address? ›

Four ways to troubleshoot IP bans
  1. #1: Switch out your Media Access Control (MAC) address.
  2. #2: Change your IP address using a VPN.
  3. #3: Clear your computer's cache & 'digital residue'
  4. #4: Uninstall the program or browser.

What is a banned IP address? ›

IP address blocking or IP banning is a configuration of a network service that blocks requests from hosts with certain IP addresses. IP address blocking is commonly used to protect against brute force attacks and to prevent access by a disruptive address.

Are IP bans permanent? ›

A temporary IP ban can last anywhere between 7 and 30 days, while account bans are generally permanent. Don't let either hold you back, though.

What happens if someone reports you on Tinder? ›

Nothing will be happened if it's one time. if you are reported then,the authority of tinder will look upon your activities,i think. if you are continually reported by some users, then they may take any steps.. Like can block your id.

How long does it take Tinder to review your account? ›

Tinder reviews can take anywhere from 48-72 hours to be resolved. Depending on the complexity of the situation or how many reviews Tinder has to process, it could take longer. Additionally, if there is a backlog with the review team resolving accounts, this could further delay the time taken for resolution.

Can I delete my Tinder account and make a new one with the same phone number? ›

Open Tinder and create your new account. You'll need a new phone number to sign up, unless you wait 3 months in between deleting your Tinder and creating a new one. If you don't wait, it will need to be a number you've never used for Tinder before and that you can access to get the SMS verification codes.

Can Tinder be recovered? ›

Unfortunately, there is no way to recover a deleted Tinder account. If you want to use the app again, you will need to create a new account. Can you recover a deleted match on Tinder?

Can you have 2 Tinder accounts on one phone? ›

You can use multiple versions of Tinder simultaneously; just set each version up with a different Tinder account. These are all simple methods for installing and using multiple versions of Tinder on your device at any one time.

Can I use a burner phone for Tinder? ›

You can get a Burner number for Tinder (or whichever dating app you're using). And, if things go well, you can keep the Burner number as a great way to interact with semi-strangers and others in your personal and professional life who don't need access to your real phone number.

Can you fake identity on Tinder? ›

Tinder doesn't allow Members to impersonate, or misrepresent affiliation, connection or association with, any person or entity.

How traceable is Tinder? ›

Tinder receives the exact geolocation of all of its users once they open the app. Obviously, this data is needed to recommend only users to each other on Tinder within a specified range.

Are selfies OK for Tinder? ›

Tinder gives you a small window to be as interesting as possible. You need to utilise your opportunity, that means making the best use of each photo. One selfie is OK, but make sure you include a nice variety of shots in your Tinder photos.

How to get a fake number? ›

Hushed is the best option for getting a fake phone number quickly and easily. Hushed does not even require any verification information, so you don't input your real phone number at any time. It's also a privacy-focused app, so no personally-identifying information is collected from you.

Is there a way to use Tinder without the app? ›

It's easy. To start, visit Tinder.com from any browser and you'll instantly recognize the same familiar flow.

How do I get a free burner number? ›

2ndLine: The free, ad-based service

If you don't want to pay for a burner number and don't fancy Google Voice, download 2ndLine. The ad-supported app works similarly to Google Voice but lets you sign up with any email address you want without verification. Upon signing up, you'll choose a phone number from a list.

How does Tinder ban your device? ›

What is a device ban? The device is when tinder bans your device using the unique device id that cannot be changed easily. So you cannot create a new Tinder account on your phone even if you change your sim or buy a new phone number.

How long does a Tinder soft ban last? ›

How long does the Tinder shadowban last? Just like a regular Tinder ban the shadowban lasts forever.

What is Tinder app for fire? ›

Tinder is easily combustible material used to start a fire. Tinder is a finely divided, open material which will begin to glow under a shower of sparks. Air is gently wafted over the glowing tinder until it bursts into flame.

How do I bypass a Tinder device ban to create a new account after being banned? ›

How to Get around a Tinder Ban
  1. For best results, use a new phone and SIM card before downloading the app, if possible. ...
  2. Factory resetting your phone may help if you can't use a new device.
  3. If you're using a computer, use incognito mode or use a VPN to hide your IP address.

Does Tinder ban your phone device? ›

Yes, Tinder bans your device once Tinder bans your account. This is due to the strict restrictions on banned users. In other words, they really don't want you back in the app.

How do I make a new Tinder account with the same phone number? ›

Starting a new tinder account on the same phone can be done by simply logging out of your current Facebook profile, creating a new one and then using the new account to open a new Tinder Account. Simply: Delete your current Tinder account and app.

Is Tinder ban serious? ›

You lose your chats, matches, and everything related to the app. You won't be able to use your account anymore. Basically, a Tinder ban is Tinder's way of stopping you from using the app again because of your actions. If you broke Tinder's rules, you're out of the app.

What are common Tinder bans? ›

Here are some of the things that can get you banned on Tinder:
  • Sharing Accounts. ...
  • Impersonation. ...
  • Spamming or Soliciting Money From Users. ...
  • Sharing Offensive or Explicit Content. ...
  • Harassment, Intimidation, and Defamation. ...
  • Promoting Racism or Other Hate Speech. ...
  • Creating a New Account After a Ban. ...
  • Violating the Age Restriction.
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What is the difference between soft ban and ban? ›

Create two different bans, hard ban is a perm ban from the server... the same as the normal ban currently. And, the soft ban will remove the user for a certain period of time, while also deleting all of the users messages ever sent.

How to contact Tinder? ›

Contact Us
  1. Contact Us or reach us by facsimile at 214-853-4309.
  2. partners@gotinder.com.
  3. press@gotinder.com.
  4. adsales@gotinder.com.
  5. https://forms.gle/wWXXsTYjyeMA4veK9.

How much Tinder for a fire? ›

A material is considered good tinder when it is: Around the size of pencil led. No shorter than an outstretched hand. Enough to fit within cupped hands.

Is Tinder a sexting app? ›

Tinder (opens in a new tab)

When it comes down to it, Tinder is a sexting/messaging app more than a dating app anyway.

Can I use burner app for Tinder? ›

You can get a Burner number for Tinder (or whichever dating app you're using). And, if things go well, you can keep the Burner number as a great way to interact with semi-strangers and others in your personal and professional life who don't need access to your real phone number.

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