Quick answer: Set match preferences from the Profile tab on web, or the Discover tab on mobile.
- Tap the right arrow next to any preference to update it
- Free: age, gender, distance, education, politics, beliefs, relationship, children
- Premium adds height, church activity, family plans, smoking, drinking
- Broader preferences show you more potential matches
- Some profiles may appear outside your selected criteria
Changing distance specifically? See How do I change my location or distance settings?
You can update your match criteria at any time by going to Match Preferences under the Profile tab, or by tapping Preferences in the top-right corner of the Discover tab.
In this section, you can tailor how potential matches are recommended to you. These preferences help highlight profiles that align more closely with your values and interests. Please note that while preferences guide recommendations, you may occasionally see profiles that fall outside your selected criteria.
Preferences Available to All Users
All members—whether free or Premium—can customize the following match preferences:
- Preferred Age Range – Choose the age range you're interested in.
- Gender – Select the gender you want to be matched with.
- Distance – Set how far away potential matches can be from your location.
- Education – Filter by education level.
- Politics – Select political preference.
- Beliefs – Select preferences related to religious or spiritual beliefs.
- Relationship Type – Indicate what type of relationship you're looking for.
- Children – Choose whether you'd prefer matches who have children or not.
Additional Preferences for Premium Subscribers
If you're a Premium subscriber, you get access to even more ways to refine your matches:
- Height – Define a height range that suits your preferences.
- Church – Select preferences related to church activity.
- Family Plans – Indicate your preferences around having and raising a family in the future.
- Smoking – Choose whether you'd prefer matches who smoke or not.
- Drinking – Choose whether you'd prefer matches who drink alcohol or not.
These exclusive filters can help you narrow your search even further and find matches that align with your most important values.
To make changes, simply tap the right arrow next to any preference and update your settings.
Tip: The broader your preferences, the more potential matches you'll be able to see. We encourage you to keep your settings open where possible to allow for a wider selection of compatible profiles.