The survey of 1,400 Tinder members aged 18 to 74 was conducted by French academics and revealed that the app is being treated more like a social platform by many.
The research found dating apps have become sources of entertainment and social connection for many users rather than places to arrange dates or hook-ups.
Nearly two-thirds of people who use Tinder are already in a relationship - with almost half of users not actually interested in finding dates, according to a new study.
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