Modern Day

Dating

in Asia Pacific

Launched in late spring of 2023, Tinder's Future of Dating report revealed how young adults everywhere in the world are navigating online dating in more authentic ways, ushering a new era of relationships that are built on meaningful connections and overall well-being. In the Asia-Pacific region where cultural nuances such as the influence of family expectations, traditional values, and the rise of technology make the dating landscape distinct, Tinder's Modern Dating in APAC1 study dives deeper into how today's generation of young singles in Asia-Pacific navigate these unique dynamics to form relationships.

1A survey of 7,000 18-25 year olds polled in Australia, India, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam in July 2024, conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Tinder

FOREWORD BY DR. KENNETH TANASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PSYCHOLOGY, SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES, SINGAPORE MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY

Dating Apps Are a Staple in Modern Romance in APAC

Ambition meets Affection: Gen Z’s Vision of Work-Love Balance

Breaking Boundaries Gen Z’s Championing Fluidity and Openness

Out with the old, In with the honest:
Gen Z in APAC are defining dating on their own terms

From Casual Chats To Clear Labels:
APAC Daters Opting To Define The Relationship

Charm, Care And Confidence:
Chivalry Gets A Modern Makeover in APAC

Hurdles of the Heart:
Navigating The Challenges of Modern Dating

Is AI The New WingMan
APAC Daters Facing Modern Romance Challenges?

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OURPANEL OF EXPERTS IN ASIA-PACIFIC