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Badoo.com

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When I first starting using it, I found Badoo really easy, but a lot of my friends kept asking me, “How does Badoo work?”

The truth is that it’s almost a hybrid site, which can make it hard to get to grips with when you’re used to really simple apps like Tinder, or plain dating sites like POF.com. Badoo is more flexible, and acts kind of like social media; you have a profile, you can upload videos and pictures of yourself, and visit other people’s profiles to see what they have uploaded.

Pros of Badoo.com

The good thing about this model is that it’s more in tune with dating culture today; Badoo.com is pretty well designed for younger singles, people in their 20s and early 30s, who are of the “social media generations”. It’s got punchy aesthetic and interactive features; you can see who likes your profile, like other members profiles, message them directly, and send “crushes” (basically super-charged likes). As well as being easy to use and sign up to, Badoo also has more free features than similar sites.

Cons of Badoo.com

The downside is that, unlike with apps like Tinder or Bumble, people can message you without matching with you. This, plus the fact that you can see how many people have “liked’ your profile, can be quite overwhelming if you’re shy or looking for a gentle way to get back into dating. There are also some features which you must pay for, and there is no formal matching system, so you need to search for Mr., or Ms. Right all by yourself.

REGISTRATION PROCESS

True to its genre of dating site, so to speak, Badoo.com is really easy to register with; the system talks you through the basics and prompts you to make a simple profile while explaining some of the ways in which you can interact with people. The member and mobile login areas are simple to use, and the app actually works very well (which shouldn’t be unusual but is).

Once you’ve followed the prompted actions laid out for you, you have a fundamental understanding of how to use the site, and from this point on your left to pretty much figure the rest out in peace. If you like to have your hand held at every stage, Badoo isn’t for you. This seems to be a site for people who know what they want and who want to be left alone to pursue it.

CREATION OF A PROFILE

One thing that isn’t made clear about profile creation is that while you absolutely should fill out your “about me” section, it’s really key that you have a few good photos; Badoo is a very visual site, just like Bumble or Tinder, so you need to put your best sides forward.

Pricing Plans at Badoo.com

Pretty much every feature you need in order to get the best out of Badoo is in the free version, but Badoo.com does have paid for features and there are a few ways in which you can get access to them. You can buy coins, or you can upgrade to a VIP membership.

The VIP membership is not for the faint of heart; at $99 per month, Badoo’s membership fees are some of the most expensive in the mainstream dating site field. With that said, the VIP membership does give you access to their “superpower” features, lets you connect with the most popular members on the site, allows you to browse incognito with invisible mode, and lets you undo “No” swipes on encounters. So, you’re getting something for your money, for sure.

With that said, you can buy coins (which let you unlock “superpower” features) on a one-time basis. You can buy 100 coins for $2.99, 550 for $6.49, or 1250 for $9.99 and use them to unlock special features on a one-time basis. These superpowers aren’t as comprehensive as the full features offered by the VIP membership, but they still add up to make the online dating experience a little more interesting.

SEARCH OPTIONS

One thing about Badoo.com is that it doesn’t limit who you see based on your location, and it doesn’t match you with “likely” singles. This means that you have to do the legwork yourself, which can be really fun but is also a pain if you don’t know how to.

You can, of course, limit your search to those who already “like” you and your profile, but that’s not the most inclusive way to go about things. This is especially the case when you first join up because Badoo uses a “popularity’ system (I know, like very high school) to rank profiles. So, you need to search and make connections in order to meet people and raise up your popularity.

You can do this in a number of ways; you can use their encounters feature, kind of like the swiping you do on Tinder, you can look at those who have viewed your profile, you can search by name (if you want to see if your crush is on Badoo, you can search for people nearby, and you can connect your Facebook or Instagram (just in case you want to run across all of your friends and relatives, too).

Deleting Your Profile on Badoo

If you do opt for a paid membership it will renew automatically, but opting out and deleting your account is a really simple process; all you need to do is go to your account settings and click the appropriate buttons.

CONCLUSION

Badoo.com isn’t the most popular dating site around, that honor still goes to the likes of Tinder and Match.com, but the unique features and social media like approach make it one of the most unique. This is definitely a site for young singles looking to enjoy a dynamic experience. You need to be willing to invest in it, however; this is no passive dating quick fix!

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