On Bumble Can Guys Message First?

Bumble works the same for men and women, except that men aren't allowed to send the first message to a woman they've matched with. Once a woman sends a message to a man, they can chat without any restrictions.

What do you say to a guy first on Bumble?

Try adapting these Bumble opening lines:
  • I don't know if anyone's ever told you this before, but you have extremely nice eyes.
  • Those are some serious calf muscles you have there. What's your secret?
  • That dog is adorable. It's almost as cute as you are.
  • I really like your glasses.
  • Hey, handsome! You have a great smile.

Should you message on Bumble right away?

Unlike Tinder, Bumble allows women to have more power when it comes to their matches. You're still meant to swipe left or right, but if you match with another person, it's up to you to message them within 24 hours, or else the match disappears (and poof, no more chance to talk!).

Sophia Al-Mansoor

Sophia Al-Mansoor

Global Business & E-Commerce Reporter

Sophia analyzes international trade, startup ecosystems, retail transformation, and supply chain logistics for modern digital publications.