Hinge gives you six photo or video slots and three prompts, so your words matter as much as your pics. If your matches are thin, sharpen your prompts—small tweaks can seriously lift likes and replies. Let’s tighten what to pick, how to answer, and what to avoid so your profile does more heavy lifting with less effort.
TL;DR
- Keep it specific, positive, and human
- Use a mix of prompt types: one funny, one thoughtful, one cute or deep
- Try Voice Prompts—they’re easy icebreakers and highly engaging
- Use Hinge’s AI Prompt Feedback to polish your answers
- Choose from 85 prompts across 8 categories to showcase your best side
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Which Prompts Should I Answer on Hinge?
With your three prompts, show range. Don’t go all dumb jokes (you’ll read as a goof), all serious (boring), or one-word answers (antisocial or not the brightest). Aim for balance: assign a task to each prompt—one funny, one thoughtful, one cute or deep. If you like experimenting, add one Voice Prompt—hearing you can boost connection and replies. Use Hinge’s AI Prompt Feedback while drafting for quick polish
Best Funny Prompts on Hinge
My favorite for showcasing humor: “What is your most irrational fear?” It invites creativity, shows safe vulnerability, and turns pain into comedy. Keep it short and weird.
Examples:
- Intensely romantic situations (therapist has recommended exposure therapy)
- Losing at something even when I’m clearly the underdog with a group of misfit friends who learned the value of teamwork and friendship
- Eagle getting tangled in parachute
- Subs (vehicle, not sandwich)
- Chain email curses still haunting my 90’s inbox
- Whatever my roommate is up to—I don’t think this is irrational
- Mermaids. Who can resist their watery charms?
- I’m very, very worried that I seem too confident
- Getting lost in the woods without battery life
- Crabs (all types)
Thoughtful Prompt Answers
To come across thoughtful or witty, try: “What if I told you that…” It lets you be playful without being heavy.
Examples:
…Crabs (all types)
…All pasta is the same thing
…I’m actually three raccoons in a trench coat
…Big pharma is in the pocket of big pancake—and I have one in my pocket
…The moon landing was filmed by Kubrick, but he went to the moon to get the shots
…Your favorite dinosaur brontosaurus never existed—it was a mix-up
…Your student debt exists to keep you shackled to your desk
…[Celebrity] is my dad—well, in spirit
Cute Prompt Answers
To show your soft side, use: “The key to my heart is…” It sets a sweet tone and makes people smile.
Examples:
- Puppies
- Having a different streaming account to me
- Listening to my wild fan theories (Avril Lavigne was replaced years ago)
- Couch blanket-based
- Strong podcast recommendations
- Chocolate
- Crabs (all types)
- Red wine, intense eye contact, and ruined white shirts
Deep Prompt Answers
To balance humor, show sincerity with: “The hallmark of a good relationship is…”
Examples:
- Mutual dislikes
- Shared laughter in adversity
- Continuing strong attraction
- Crabs (all types)
- Ongoing desire for shared activities
- Acceptance of flaws
What Not To Do In Hinge Prompt Answers
People form an impression from one sentence—avoid easy red flags.
Don’t be racist, sexist, misogynistic, queer-phobic, or violent. Also skip:
- Being too horny—keep it flirty, not explicit
- Being unreadably weird—creative is fine, confusing isn’t
- Complaining about exes or dating apps
- Focusing on one niche obsession
- One-word or generic answers—they underperform
Use the selfie video verification for credibility—it builds trust and adds the verified badge that boosts matches.
Bonus: Picking the Right Prompt Categories (2025)
Hinge now has around 85 prompts across eight categories: About Me, Let’s Chat About, My Type, Self-Care, Story Time, Date Vibes, Getting Personal, and Voice First. Mix categories so your profile reads like a person, not a punchline. Choose prompts that invite a reply—questions, stories, and opinions work best.
FAQs
How many prompts and photos do I need on Hinge?
Three prompts and six photo or video slots. You can also add Voice, Video, or Poll prompts—they’re optional but increase engagement.
Are Voice Prompts actually worth it?
Yes. They humanize you fast and spark better openers than text alone. Keep it under 30 seconds and record in a quiet space.
What’s Prompt Feedback and should I use it?
It’s Hinge’s AI tool that helps refine your prompt answers. Use it to tighten phrasing and improve tone without losing your personality.
Which prompt categories are best for guys in 2025?
Blend one from Voice First (audio), one from About Me or Story Time (mini story), and one from Getting Personal (values). It shows humor, depth, and genuine intent.
Does verification help with matches?
Absolutely. A verified badge signals authenticity and reduces scam worries. The video selfie takes under a minute and builds instant trust.
Is Hinge still popular in 2025?
Yes. Hinge continues to grow, adding AI-driven features and smarter match discovery. Great prompts paired with genuine photos remain the key to more connections.
