The Dating App Bio That Gets You Better Matches, Based on Your Myers-Briggs Type
If you’re looking for love this year, getting someone to swipe right on your profile is a big part of the battle. But with only a few words to play with, those couple of lines in your bio can be the difference between another lonely scroll and someone who is genuinely excited to meet you.
Luckily, your personality type already knows what makes you the best fish in the dating sea. Let’s look at how you can write a dating app bio that will have the right matches swooning, based on your Myers-Briggs personality type.
ENFP: Keep it Chill
ENFPs are high energy and full of charisma, so when you sit down to write your dating bio, chances are, you’ve got a lot to say. You want to tell potential matches what your favorite food is, the last movie you watched, the secret to making the perfect sourdough, maybe your entire dating backstory. Your enthusiasm makes you an epic date, but hit pause a second. Oversharing too soon can be off-putting, so start with one interesting fact about yourself, and leave them wanting more.
Write something like:
“Starring as Miss Hannigan in my theater group's production of Annie. Looking for someone to run lines with, laugh out loud at stupid one-liners, and go dancing until our feet throb.”
ESFP: Write Like You Talk
You, ESFP, have a fun-loving personality, a great sense of humor and a natural ability to hold court in any room. But it can be hard to put that X factor into words. You don’t want to overpromise by saying you’re “up for anything” or tell jokes that don’t land. The best advice? Write how you talk. Imagine you’ve just been introduced to someone new at a party, how would you get their attention?
Write something like:
“Socializing is my main hobby, and I’m looking for a permanent plus one. Fair warning: I know everyone at the bar, I'll suggest one more stop, and I'm always the last to leave."
ENTP: Be Witty But Warm
ENTPs have no problem meeting people IRL but for some reason, writing that dating app bio is more of a struggle. What makes you attractive in person—your gift of the gab and quick, challenging wit—can be a bit much in a profile. Show that you have a funny side, but with less “devils’ advocate” and more “puckish and playful.”
Write something like:
“I have strong opinions about things I know nothing about and will defend them with alarming confidence. ISO someone who finds that charming at least 63% of the time.”
ESTP: Get Straight to the Point
ESTPs don’t mess around when it comes to dating. When you see someone you’re into, you tend to straight-up ask them out and let the chips fall where they may. But that isn’t how dating apps work. If you can’t be bothered with endless back and forth chats, say so. Share a little about yourself but say you’d much rather meet in real life and see if there’s a spark.
Write something like:
“Love ultimate frisbee, pickleball, and would even give bungee jumping a go. Try everything once, am I right? Let’s plan an adventurous date and cut the small talk. I’m better IRL.”
ENFJ: Share your Interests
ENFJs are hopeless romantics and not afraid to wear their heart on their sleeve. When you fall in love, it’s intense and all-consuming. But when you’re writing your dating bio, you need to be a little more relaxed. Talk about the things you’re into, the latest book you’re reading, your favorite album. Basically serve up a snapshot of you to get the conversation flowing.
Write something like:
"Currently reading anything by Sally Rooney and rewatching The Bear for the third time. I’m convinced a good dinner with good people is the best way to spend an evening. Tell me what you're into and I'll probably ask you about it for two hours."
ESFJ: Don’t be Over-eager
Warmth, sensitivity and attentiveness are great qualities to have, ESFJ, but when you pack them into a dating bio, you can come across a little too invested before you’ve even met. The key is striking a balance, giving potential matches a glimmer of your personality while leaving them room to want more. Tease a few facts, and keep the rest for the first date.
Write something like:
“I spend my weekends volunteering at the local food bank, followed by making a home-cooked meal from scratch. I have strong feelings about both.”
ENTJ: Perfect the Humble Brag
ENTJs have high standards for themselves and everyone else, but talking about it can sound a little self-congratulatory—and bragging is unlikely to result in many matches. Instead, master the art of the humble brag. State facts as facts without overexplaining and let matches ask the all-important questions.
Write something like:
"Currently learning Portuguese, mostly because I landed a new client in Brazil. Looking for someone to join me at parties, dinner dates, and NFL games.”
INFP: Quit Being Vague
Values lead your every move, INFP, so you may be tempted to list the ones you’re looking for at the top of your dating bio. But a wish list doesn’t tell potential matches much about what you, personally, bring to the table. Since you’re not likely to be the first one to message, give people something they can ask you to get to know you better. Be specific about your likes, dislikes and what you do for fun. (Spoiler: saying you ‘like music’ won’t cut it!)
Write something like:
"I've seen Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind more times than I'll admit, my most played artist is Fiona Apple, and I'm the person who stays to read every credit. Ask me what I've been overthinking lately."
ISFP: Unleash your Creativity
Whether it’s art, dance or crafts, you likely have a creative passion you’re not talking about because ISFPs do not like to brag. But you are among the most creative people out there, and that’s really attractive to potential matches. Curate your bio in the same way you curate your photo gallery, focusing on your whimsical nature and passions.
Write something like:
"Ceramics on Saturdays, film photography when the light is right, and a growing collection of plants I've named but won't tell you about just yet. I notice the details. It's both my best and my worst quality.”
INTP: Be Curious and Quirky
INTPs can seriously overthink dating profiles. You either write too much, being brutally honest about your need for alone time and social awkwardness, or you hardly bother writing anything at all. Neither of these scenarios is likely to land you a date. Instead, lean into your quirky and curious side, sharing your interests and being honest about what you’re looking for.
Write something like:
"Probably overthinking this bio. Into astrophysics, sourdough, and analyzing movies. Looking for a fellow curious mind."
INFJ: Be YOU
You have a complex inner world that you rarely share with anyone, let alone strangers on a dating app. That’s why your first instinct, INFJ, is to cop out and write a silly joke or one-liner to avoid talking about yourself. But deflection is not the way to go here. If you want to meet your match, you’ll need to put your complicated, empathetic self out there and let potential matches know you’ll be their biggest cheerleader.
Write something like:
“My perfect evening is an intimate dinner party where I get to choose the playlist. I listen to people I care about, and I want more than just small talk.”
ISTP: Open Up a Little
People often see ISTPs as quiet and rather aloof, and that makes you a tough nut to crack when it comes to dating. In your bio, you need to give people something to go on so they can start a conversation. Focus on your hobbies, since you have so many of them, and let potential matches know what dating you would be like.
Write something like:
“I rebuild motorcycle engines on weekends for fun, cook really well, and will fix basically anything in your apartment. I may seem quiet at first, but I promise I’m worth getting to know.”
ESTJ: Sell Yourself
You’re not one to rush into a relationship, which can make you seem surprisingly uninterested at the start. Most ESTJs wait for a real connection before they start investing their time into dating. The other risk is writing a bio that sounds more like a LinkedIn profile than a dating one. Try to show what you’re actually like to spend time with, rather than just listing your traits.
Write something like:
“When I'm in, I'm completely in. I make plans and keep them, show up without being asked, and take care of the people that matter. Looking for someone who appreciates that.”
INTJ: Cut to the Chase
INTJs are confident and self-assured, which is attractive to most people. But in a dating bio, that same energy can read as egocentric or even uninterested. If your profile says a lot about your standards and nothing else, you're likely putting people off before they've had the chance to get to know you. Be direct about what you're looking for, but show you're genuinely interested in the reader.
Write something like:
“Planning a backpacking trip across Europe next fall and still deciding the exact route, which is unusual for me. I know what I'm looking for, and I’m interested in finding out if it’s you.”
ISFJ: Be Funny and Warm
ISFJs are genuinely warm, loving partners. You’re the kind of person who remembers what matters to your loved ones and you show up for them. But since you’re also modest, that can make it hard for you to sell yourself. Your instinct is to keep things low-key, but a dating bio is one place where you must showcase your warmth and give people a real reason to swipe right.
Write something like:
“Currently playing Stardew Valley (farming… the mine is a bit scary IYKYK). I’ll remember your coffee order, ask how that thing went, and bring you your favorite snack. I also make excellent pancakes, which I've been told is a green flag."
ISTJ: Keep it Real
If there’s one thing that ISTJs dislike about dating, it’s game playing. You’re all about commitment, reliability and loyalty. But mention those things in your dating bio, and you could come across as too serious. Lead with your more lighthearted interests to give the reader something to hook onto, then add what you’re looking for as an aside.
Write something like:
“I love reading about the Roman Empire, planning a walking route, and slow-cooking something that won't be ready until tomorrow. Ready to find a Trivial Pursuit partner for years to come.”
