Wondering if your Hinge joke bombed—or if they just haven’t seen it yet? Good news: Hinge doesn’t show read receipts, so you can stop overanalyzing your own chat. Here’s what the app does (and doesn’t) reveal in 2025—and how to keep your inbox tidy and your nerves intact.
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TL;DR
- Hinge still does not have read receipts; matches can’t see if or when you’ve read a message.
- The app shows Last Active statuses like “Active Now” or “Active Today”—you can turn this off anytime.
- You can hide conversations without unmatching; they’ll reappear if there’s new activity.
- Your Turn reminders and Your Turn Limits help reduce ghosting and cluttered chats.
Hinge doesn’t notify screenshots, so be respectful when sharing messages.
Can Someone See If I Read Their Message On Hinge?
Short answer: No. Hinge doesn’t send read receipts, so no one can tell whether you opened a message—or when. Some users notice delivery confirmations, but that’s not the same as a read notification.
So, on Hinge you’re in the dark. It’s like sending a note on a carrier pigeon and trusting it’ll get there. Primitive? Maybe. But there’s a reason behind the mystery.
Why Hinge Keeps It Chill
Hinge focuses on real conversations rather than the anxiety of “blue ticks.” Features like Your Turn gently remind whoever’s up next to reply—no nagging, just a friendly nudge. This helps reduce ghosting and keeps chats flowing naturally.
Don’t Stress Out About Read Receipts
No read receipts = fewer “they read it and hate me” moments. Focus on sending messages that invite a fun reply and let the app’s design do the rest. If you’re worried about privacy, relax—Hinge doesn’t send screenshot alerts, but always share responsib
What Happens When You Hide A Conversation On Hinge?
Want to clean up your chat list without unmatching? Hide the chat. It moves to a Hidden section and pops back up if they message again—perfect for taking a breather without burning bridges.
To hide a chat: open the conversation → tap the three dots → select Hide.
What’s ‘Your Turn’ On Hinge?
Your Turn sorts chats by who owes the next message, keeping things balanced and reducing ghosting.New for 2024–2025: Hinge introduced Your Turn Limits. If you have too many open chats waiting for your reply, the app now asks you to respond or close conversations before starting new ones. It’s all about better-quality connections.
Does Hinge Show Inactive Users?
Hinge now provides clearer visibility with Last Active labels like Active Now or Active Today. Paid plans even let you filter by recent activity. You can also turn off your own status in settings—if you do, you won’t see others’ either.
If a chat stalls, just hide it and move on. If they message again, the thread will pop right back up.
Does Hinge Show If You’re Online?
AYes—but only through activity labels. You might see Active Now or Active Today on profiles in Discover, Standouts, or Likes You.
To turn this off: go to your profile → Settings → Show Last Active Status (toggle off). When disabled, no one sees your status, and you can’t see theirs.
Quality-of-Life Updates
Active Today filter (Hinge+ / HingeX): Paid users can now filter for recently active people in Discover.
Hidden Words: Add words or emojis you don’t want to see—Hinge will automatically filter likes and messages containing them.
Final Thoughts
Hinge doesn’t have read receipts—so breathe easy. Take your time, keep your banter playful, and let the app’s nudges (and your profile) do the heavy lifting. If your chats keep fizzling, refresh your prompts and photos; better inputs lead to better matches.
FAQ
Does Hinge have read receipts now?
No. Hinge still doesn’t show when a message is read, and the company hasn’t announced plans to change that.
Can people see when I’m online on Hinge?
Only through Last Active labels like “Active Now” or “Active Today.” You can turn this off anytime in settings.
Will Hinge tell someone if I take a screenshot?
No. Hinge doesn’t send notifications for screenshots—but always respect privacy.
What’s the difference between Hide and Unmatch?
Hide tucks a chat away (it reappears if they message again). Unmatch permanently removes the conversation.
Why can’t I start new chats sometimes?
You may have hit the new Your Turn Limits. Reply to waiting chats or end them before starting new ones.
How can I find active people on Hinge?
Paid users can filter for Active Today profiles, and everyone can see basic Last Active info across the app.
