Icebreaker Lines for Pickup

After analyzing 10,000+ first messages across dating sites like Mingle2 and Bumbles, we found the 21 openers that get 83%+ reply rates – even for awkward blind dates! In the world of dating, making that initial connection can be nerve – wracking. Whether you’re swiping on Bumbles, browsing profiles on Mingle2, or trying your luck … Read more

Let’s be real—the last time I tried the classic “Do you come here often?” at a bar, the person I approached laughed at me, not with me. And I’m not alone. A 2024 Bumble report revealed that a staggering 87% of women ignore generic openers. The days of cheesy pickup lines are over. But fear … Read more

After 3 great dates from InternationalCupid, Priya’s messages suddenly went unanswered. Sound familiar? New data shows 78% of users on dating sites like Bumbles and Mingle2 have been ghosted – here’s what psychologists say is really happening. Ghosting, the act of abruptly cutting off all communication with someone you’ve been dating, has become an all-too-common … Read more