Popular dating app Bumble has unveiled a new biometric ID verification feature as a countermeasure against the rising prevalence of romance scams. While optional, users who complete the verification process can display a badge on their profile, signalling authenticity. This technology, developed by Veriff, is currently available in 11 markets, including the U.S. and UK, with plans for further expansion, according to the article first published by BiometricUpdate.com.
To verify their identity, Bumble users are required to upload a government-issued ID, such as a passport or driver’s license, and take a selfie for biometric comparison. Additional features include the ability to filter for verified profiles and request verification from matches.
This move places Bumble alongside its competitor Tinder, which implemented similar measures, including face liveness detection, starting in Japan in 2019 and expanding globally in 2024. Other verification tools used by Tinder include selfie biometrics and video selfies, introduced in 2020.
Bumble is also introducing another safety feature called “Share Date,” which allows users to send date details to trusted contacts and make updates within the app.
The surge in romance scams has been alarming, which involve scammers building trust with dating app users, only to request money while remaining elusive.
