Dating Apps Lose Women in 2025
Women exit dating apps over safety concerns, More embracing autonomy, and 4B lifestyle
By Marie o’Nealle
New York, NY - In 2025, a growing number of women are leaving dating apps, with the trend supported by recent statistics showing significant dissatisfaction with the platforms. Safety concerns, harassment, and an increased focus on personal autonomy are key drivers behind this shift.
According to a 2024 Pew Research Center study, 57% of women believe that online dating is not safe. The report also found that 85% of women experienced continued contact after expressing disinterest, and over half of women under 50 reported receiving unsolicited explicit images or messages. These forms of digital harassment highlight a broader issue of violence against women in virtual spaces, often left inadequately addressed by platform policies.
App usage data confirms the decline. AppsFlyer reports that 65% of dating apps are deleted within a month of installation, with 90% of uninstalls happening in the first week. Gen Z women are leading this movement, increasingly favoring in-person interactions or rejecting dating altogether.
This behavioral shift correlates with the adoption of the "4B" lifestyle, a social philosophy originating in South Korea that promotes no dating, no sex, no marriage, and no childbirth. The lifestyle is gaining international traction among women seeking to live independently from traditional relationship structures.
The departure of women from these platforms has also impacted the dating app industry financially. Bumble lost 57,000 paying users in Q4 2024, leading to a sharp decline in share value. Tinder and Hinge have seen similar downturns in active user bases.
As more women choose to disconnect from dating apps, citing unacceptable experiences and unaddressed safety concerns, the trend is being interpreted by some as a decisive step toward reclaiming control over their personal lives in both digital and real-world spaces.
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