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Tinder Will Now Tell You More About Potential Hookups

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Whether you use it as a digital bootycall directory, a mobile dating service, or a way to "meet new friends," the Tinder app today got a boost.

Among other new functions, the social network added its most-requested feature to user profiles: job and education.

"Now you'll know whether you're looking at the profile of a fellow alum from your university or someone in an interesting industry," Tinder wrote in a blog post.

Simply update or edit your profile to add current employment and alma mater—synced directly from Facebook. Keep the mystery alive by selecting how much to share, or choose to reveal nothing at all.

"This allows users to make more informed choices when deciding to swipe left, right, or even up—while also providing great conversation starters," the blog said.

Plus, with additional information in its arsenal, Tinder's new Smart Profiles can now highlight the most relevant information about a potential match. Perhaps you both attended UCLA, work behind the counter at Subway, or have a friend in common.

Once you swipe right, look out for new pairings in the match screen, which now separates users based on interaction. Those folks with whom you've not begun chatting can be found at the top of the page, while ongoing conversations are listed below.

The latest update is more than skin deep, though. Tinder also made big changes under the hood, improving the algorithms that select profiles for each user—leading to what the company said is a "significant increase" in matches.

All three features are available now to download with the latest app in the iTunes App Store and Google Play.

Similarly, Tinder in April introduced integrated Instagram photos, allowing users to scroll through your filtered photos before deciding which way to swipe. Over the summer, a third party also launched its hands-free version of the social network for Apple Watch.

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