Finding time for dating can be tough when you’re busy with work, personal life, and social commitments. Facebook Dating offers an easy way to meet new people without downloading a separate app. But before you get started, there are a few requirements you’ll need to meet.

Below, we’ll walk through everything you need to know to access Facebook Dating smoothly.

1. Your Facebook Account Should Be at Least 30 Days Old

New accounts can’t access Facebook Dating right away. To prevent fake profiles, Facebook requires your account to be at least 30 days old. While you wait, try updating your profile, adding friends, and engaging with posts to make your account more credible.

2. You Must Be 18+ Years

Facebook Dating is only for adults. Your eligibility is based on the birthdate in your Facebook profile, so double-check that it’s correct.

3. You’ll Need the Facebook Mobile App

Facebook Dating isn’t available on desktop or mobile browsers. You’ll need the official Facebook app (iOS or Android). Make sure you’ve downloaded the latest version from the App Store or Google Play.

4. Facebook Dating Must Be Available in Your Country

Not all regions support Facebook Dating yet. If you don’t see it, check Facebook’s official help page for availability. Some people try using a VPN, but this isn’t always reliable.

5. Turn On Location Services

Since Facebook Dating matches people based on location, your phone’s location settings must be enabled. Here’s how:

• iPhone: Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services > Facebook (set to “While Using”).
• Android: Settings > Apps > Facebook > Permissions > Location (enable).

6. Follow Facebook’s Community Standards

If your account has been restricted due to policy violations, you might not see Facebook Dating. Check Settings > Account Status to see if there are any issues to resolve.

7. Complete Your Facebook Profile

Your Dating profile pulls details from your main account, so having an active profile helps. At a minimum, make sure you have:

• A profile picture
• Your real name (as per Facebook’s rules)
• A few friends and some recent activity

If your account has been inactive, try liking posts or updating your bio to improve visibility.

8. Set Up a Separate Dating Profile

Your Dating profile is private and won’t be shown to your Facebook friends. Once eligible, you’ll need to create it manually:

• Open the Facebook app
• Tap the Menu (☰)
• Select Dating and follow the setup steps

You can add photos, answer prompts, and list interests to help find better matches.

9. Manually Enable Facebook Dating

Even if you meet all the requirements, you might need to turn it on yourself:

• Open Facebook
• Go to Menu > Dating
• Complete the setup

If it’s still missing, review the checklist above to ensure everything’s in order.

With a busy schedule, Facebook Dating can be a convenient way to meet new people. By checking these requirements, you can set up your profile without hassle and start connecting.

Have you tried Facebook Dating? What’s your biggest challenge when it comes to finding time for dating? Share your thoughts below!