The one-two punch of self isolation and business closures means we’re missing out on the everyday exchanges that make us human, from sharing a smile in Chem class to the chance to Netflix & Chill. And while we all know we need to stay home, the Tinder community has shown us that this doesn’t mean we have to be alone with our thoughts and a tower of Top Ramen.

In this challenging time, we see Tinder members finding new ways to connect. As an area becomes more affected by physically-isolating measures, we see new conversations happening there and those conversations last longer. This epidemic is also changing the tenor of connection in the hardest hit places.  More people are using Tinder bios to show their concern for others (‘how is everyone’) instead of their life motto. Many of our current subscribers are even reaching out across the world, using the Passport feature, to find solidarity with matches 1000s of miles away.  And that’s why starting next week we will make our Passport feature, which allows you to connect with anyone, anywhere in the world, available for free to all members through April 30th.  

Our hope is that our members can use the Passport feature to transport themselves out of self-quarantine to anywhere in the world. They can check in on folks in their hometown, college town, or sister city, and find those across the world who are going through the same things. And we’re looking forward to seeing how many people learn how to say “hey” in another language.

The Details:

• Tinder’s Passport is currently available as one feature within Tinder Plus & Gold subscriptions. However in the next iOS and Android releases, which we anticipate being around March 26th, the Passport feature will become free for everyone.

More about Passport: 

• This is typically a paid feature for Tinder Plus & Gold subscribers, but we’re offering it for free starting next week. Members can search by city or drop a pin on the map and you can begin Liking, matching and chatting with Tinder members in a destination of your choice. Navigate between your current location and new destinations! 

How do I change my location using Passport?

1. Tap the profile icon

2. Select Settings

3. Tap Location 

4. Select Add a new location

How many cities can I use the Passport feature in?

You can only virtually be in one city at a time, but you can change your location as many times as you'd like. Members you’ve liked while using the Passport feature may see your profile up to a day after you’ve changed your location(s).