Identity in Communities and Networks

Fake Identity through Online dating applications

Nowadays, online daters project a fake identity of themselves through various dating platforms such as Facebook, Tinder, Grindr and they think that they are living a ‘perfect life’. Yet, this statement is open to discussion as online dating is seen to uphold both benefits and drawbacks as well.   In today’s time, Identity is a… Continue reading Fake Identity through Online dating applications

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Dating Apps has changed the way people seek for their partner.

Abstract In this 21stcentury, people are using more technology because it is easier and very convenient. The technology especially the Internet is allowing people to find new friends, keeping in touch with old friends or it can be just sharing their hobbies and passions with the outside world. This paper will talk about how dating… Continue reading Dating Apps has changed the way people seek for their partner.

Identity in Communities and Networks

Finding the Balance between the Authentic and Ideal Self in the Self-Presentation of Users on Mobile Dating App, Tinder

  Abstract: This paper explores the balance that Tinder users seek to attain in terms of the level of their authentic yet ideal self-presentation on the dating app. By considering factors such as other social networking sites, impression management, projection on ones most desirable and ideal self, and traditional dating sites, it is found that… Continue reading Finding the Balance between the Authentic and Ideal Self in the Self-Presentation of Users on Mobile Dating App, Tinder