How to Go Incognito in Tinder: A Step-by-Step Guide

Launch the Tinder app on your device.

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Tap on your profile icon and navigate to the "Settings" menu.

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Scroll down until you find the "Discovery Settings" section.

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Switch off the "Show Me on Tinder" option to hide your profile.

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Adjust your profile settings to control who can see you.

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Consider using a secondary phone number for added privacy.

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Limit Tinder's access to your Facebook friends and information.

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Manage your location settings to enhance privacy.

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Regularly clear your Tinder cache and data to remove traces.

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Opt for Tinder's Incognito Mode feature if available.

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Always log out of your Tinder account after each session.

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