Swiping for love can feel like a full-time job – where’s the CEO of Tinder when you need them?
As a Tinder connoisseur, I’ve had my fair share of cringey pickup lines that made me want to throw my phone across the room.
But occasionally a clever quip or witty remark cuts through the corny casual encounters and makes me think “Hmm, I wouldn’t mind chatting with this one.”
In my experience, the best Tinder opening lines avoid pervy come-ons and walk the fine line between flirty, funny, and thoughtful.
Sure, a bit of cheese can be charming if delivered with the right flair. But you need enough originality and personality to spark interest and stand out from the horde of “Hey beautiful :)” messages.
After extensive scientific research (aka swiping until my thumbs went numb), I feel qualified to give you expert advice on the best conversation starters for landing Tinder dates.
In this article, I’ll share examples of my favorite fail-proof pickup lines and quick tips for crafting your own. Consider it your playbook for going from that first virtual meet-cute to drinks IRL with your future soulmate.
Just remember – the right line can get your foot in the door, but you’ll need some actual game and charm if you want to seal the deal.
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Best Tinder Pickup Lines
1. Hey, wanna steal my comfiest hoodie?
2. [Their Name] Are you microwave because mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm.
3. Hey, you’re beautiful. Can I tell you that again next Saturday over dinner?
4. You dropped something: My jaw.
5. I’ve a question: When did you quit modelling?
6. Love your taste in music. What’s the best concert you’ve ever been to?
7. Your dog is so cute! Hopefully he’ll make an appearance on our first date? 😉
8. Lol your bio had me on the floor. Wanna link up sometime and tell each other dad jokes?
9. Not gonna lie– you are SO my type. Your smile 😍
10. Damn, you have a dog! Does that mean I’ll never win the “best ever cuddler” title?
Funny Tinder Pickup Lines
11. Are you my appendix? I know nothing about you but I get the feeling I should take you out
12. So how does this work? Are we married now?
13. I mayn’t be much to look at but I f#ck like the government.
14. Do you like magic? Because ABRA-KA-DAYUM
15. Have you got an ugly boyfriend?
16. I went to your boyfriend’s Instagram page. It said ‘edit profile.
17. I’m gonna sue Spotify for not including you in the ‘Hottest Singles of the Week’ list.
18. Are you a meme? Because I’d like to show you to my friends and then hope they like you as much as I do.
19. Alright, I’m here. What are your two other wishes?
20. Are you http? Because without you I’m just ://
Smooth Tinder Pickup Lines
21. Need me to tie your laces? Cos I don’t want you falling for anyone else 😌
22. I’d take you to the movies but I’m not allowed to bring snacks in 😭
23. Appropriate for October- Are you a haunted house? Cause I’d probably cry if I came inside you.
24. My mom told me that life was a deck of cards, so I guess you must be the queen of hearts.
25. ‘I’ve got a tip for your tinder‘ and when she/he asks what it is, say ‘delete it and go out with me.‘
26. Are you sugar? Because you’re sweet and I wanna spoon you.
27. I usually go for 8’s but I guess I’ll settle for a 10.
28. If you’re as good at cuddling as you’re good-looking, I’m signing myself up on the waitlist for a date.
29. I hope you appreciate my honesty… You’re hot!
30. When our friends ask us how we met, what are we going to tell them? Funny answers only.
Cute Tinder Pickup Lines
31. You have a bit of cuteness on your face. 🥰
32. You’re pretty and I’m cute. Wanna be pretty cute together?
33. If you were a vegetable, you’d be a cute-cumber.
34. If you were a fruit, you’d be a fine-apple.
35. I’m not a photographer, but I can definitely picture us together.
36. I’m not usually religious, but you’re the answer to my prayers.
37. I was going to use a clever pickup line, but I’m too distracted by those eyes.
38. Are you a parking ticket? Cause you’ve got FINE written all over you.
39. On a scale of 1 to America, how free are you tonight?
40. Look, I’ve been blinded by your beauty. My insurance company is going to need your name and number.
Cheesy Tinder Pickup Lines
41. Are you from space? Because you’re out-of-this-world good-looking.
42. How much does a polar bear weigh? Enough to break the ice!
43. You are so fine, you made me forget my pick up line.
44. Wanna hear my cheesiest pickup line? We’d be gouda together.
45. Not to be cheesy, but oh my god you’re gorgeous!
46. Is it just me or are we a match made in swiping heaven?
47. Is your name Google because you have everything I’ve been searching for!
48. It’s a good thing I have my library card, because I am totally checking you out.
49. I have a phone number, you have a phone number—think of the possibilities.
50. I thought this was a dating app, but it must be a museum because you are a work of art.
Clever Tinder Pickup Lines
51. Do you know the square root of two? Because I feel irrational around you.
52. Can I take you out on a date? I promise I’m better at romance than I am at writing Tinder bios.
53. Are you a magician? Because whenever I look at your profile, everyone else disappears.
54. You mention loving food. How about a cooking challenge date? I’ll make the main course, you handle dessert!
55. Since we both enjoy working out, how about a gym date? You could spot me, and I’ll steal glances.
56. I noticed you love reading. How about we start our own two-person book club?
57. You’re into movies, right? How about we write our own script: ‘Two Amazing People, One Awesome Date.
58. I saw you love coffee. How about we share a cup and spill some beans about ourselves?
59. You appreciate art, so how about we paint a picture together – starting with a canvas of a perfect date?
60. Your love for yoga is inspiring. How about a partner yoga session where we can find balance together?
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