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Why do guys ask for pictures of your body, is it a red flag if guys ask for pictures, men asking for photos of you on dating apps, when guys ask for pictures, what do they want?

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On a few occasions, I have had men ask me for more photos of myself either in opening lines/comments or after matching. Why does this happen? Should I be concerned?

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Men Asking For Photos On Dating Apps

If you spend enough time on dating apps, it’s inevitable that some men will ask you for photos at some point whether it’s through:

  • opening line

  • after matching

  • after a date is planned

Some people think it’s harmless, some people are weirded out by this, and some are unsure what to think. It’s hard to know what intentions are of strangers you haven’t met, let alone haven’t gotten to know well.

Below are various scenarios of men asking women for photos, what it means, if you should be concerned, and what to do if you find yourself in these scenarios.


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Guys Ask For Photos On Dating Apps - Is It A Red Flag?

One of the most common questions I receive from women on dating apps is whether a request for photos on dating apps is a red flag. It usually happens with women who are new to dating apps.

If you search the internet, you will get a range of answers, and people should consult audiences and sources before blindly following advice they read. Nothing is ever black and white, yes and no but rather heavy layers of grey with subjective standpoints based on how conservative you want to be with your screening process and how much you want to reduce your dating pool.


Why Do Men Ask For Photos On Dating Apps?

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