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“Your answer to [Prompt] really resonated. The findings, developed by our internal team of PhD researchers and behavioral scientists, highlight how queer daters are breaking away from outdated dating scripts and redefining connection on their own terms.
To bring the data to life, Moe Ari Brown (they/he), LMFT, Hinge’s Love and Connection Expert, is answering five of the most common questions LGBTQIA+ daters are asking today.

I’m open.”

Q: What are current expectations with long-term dating goals?

82% of LGBTQIA+ daters prioritize finding life partners, and LGBTQIA+ daters are nearly 3x more likely than heterosexual daters to consider platonic marriages.

Moe Ari: The definition of a meaningful relationship is evolving, and that’s beautiful.

Just wanted to say that.”

Q: Who should initiate a first date?

48% of LGBTQIA+ Hinge daters have faced gender-based assumptions about date planning, and 63% have no preference about who plans the first date

Moe Ari: If you’re enjoying the conversation, don’t be afraid to be the first to suggest a meeting in person.

Report here.

Methodology: Hinge’s D.A.T.E. Most daters prefer to know more about one another first.

64% of LGBTQIA+ Hinge daters say that seeing humor on someone’s profile makes them more interested in chatting.

Only 20% of LGBTQIA+ daters prefer someone to start a conversation by skipping the small talk and asking a deep question.

#2 Planning the Low-Pressure Date (LPD): A relaxed environment with a focus on getting to know one another.

Whether it’s messaging first, expressing openness, or redefining what partnership means, LGBTQIA+ daters are proving that clarity and curiosity are the foundations of meaningful connection.
These five questions are just the beginning.
By including this in your Dating Intentions Backstory, you can easily and successfully let people know you’re open to dating beyond your type.When you name your openness clearly, you create space for genuine chemistry to unfold, especially with people who may have wondered whether someone like you would be interested in them. LGBTQIA+ daters, in particular, are forging paths that prioritize emotional connection, mutual support, and shared vision over outdated scripts.
If you’re unsure how to bring up long-term desires, try:
“What does a meaningful relationship look like to you?”
“Do you see partnership as a path toward marriage or something else?”
“I value a connection that evolves over time.

Given some of the challenges that the queer community faces, LGBTQIA+ daters prefer to keep initial conversations light, positive and engaging— from the opening line to securing the first date.
Only 10% of LGBTQIA+ Hinge daters prefer someone to start a conversation with them by asking them about their dating intentions.

Hinge’s internal team of PhD researchers and dating experts conducted surveys in January 2025 with more than 14,000 global respondents, including LGBTQIA+ and heterosexual daters. When broken down across the LGBTQIA+ community, it found those identifying as queer (48 per cent) are more likely to feel this followed by those identifying as trans (33 per cent), bisexual (29 per cent) lesbian (28 per cent) and gay (22 per cent).
“Labels can help communicate who we are, but they can also create a false sense of certainty about who someone is,” the report says.

A simple phrase like, “Open to different types of people, but definitely looking for my life partner,” or “Not tied to a type, just attracted to good energy,” can make all the difference. report series, we're not only uncovering new insights but making the research and guidance available directly to queer daters.”
Dating isn’t a one-size-fits-all experience, so inclusivity is fundamental to Hinge.

Using humor when beginning a conversation is the key to a soft start, providing an easy way to break the ice without sharing too much too soon. But connection doesn’t have a gender script or follow those rules; it has a rhythm, which is best expressed in real time.
Hinge’s New D.A.T.E. report sees, hears and supports queer daters worldwide with a resource that offers advice and tools to build the connection, vulnerability and trust they desire in relationships.”

Alongside the report, Hinge is unveiling new Not-So-Frequently Asked Questions (NFAQ) from Hinge partners and experts: actress and comedian Patti Harrison, chef DeVonn Francis and Moe Ari Brown.

The company is committed to helping everyone find connection—and will continue to find ways to create safe and supporting spaces for underrepresented communities through long-term initiatives such as Hinge’s D.A.T.E reports and NFAQ series.

Hinge Answers 5 Key Questions About Navigating Queer Dating in 2025
In May, Hinge released our 2025 LGBTQIA+ D.A.T.E.

Instead of defaulting to not talking about it, ask:
“Would you be comfortable if I covered this one?”
“Want to split or take turns? (Data, Advice, Trends, and Expertise) Report, Love Beyond Labels, based on research from more than 14,000 LGBTQIA+ and heterosexual-identifying Hinge daters.

The least likely are gay Hinge daters who are 183 per cent less likely than their community counterparts to have changed the label they use.
When examining it generationally, there is a divide. The new data reveals that many LGBTQIA+ daters are experiencing label fatigue, becoming frustrated with the pressure to define themselves in fixed terms.
“LGBTQIA+ daters are redefining attraction, gender roles and relationships – moving beyond rigid expectations to embrace what feels authentic and fulfilling,” says Hinge.

This is not about shifting your standards; it’s about expanding your story and making room in your narrative about love to include more than you could have possibly imagined!
Q: Who should send the first message?
57% of LGBTQIA+ Hinge daters prefer to receive the first message, and 38% have no preference about who messages first.
Moe Ari: When you feel the vibe, you should follow it.

Eighty-two per cent said they are prioritizing finding life partners with 58 per cent of them saying they want to get married.