You’re swiping. One profile after another. Things are going great. And then suddenly. Nothing. You get a message saying you’ve “hit the end of the line.”
What just happened?
No, your app didn’t crash. And no, your internet isn’t the problem. You just reached Bumble’s daily swipe limit.
Yep, it’s real. Bumble doesn’t let you swipe right as much as you want if you’re using the free version. They’ve set a limit. And it resets after 24 hours.
Let’s talk about what that means for you.
So, how many swipes do you actually get?
If you’re using Bumble without paying for anything, you can swipe right 25 times every 24 hours.
That means 25 chances a day to say “yes” to someone you like. Once you hit 25, Bumble stops you. You’ll see a message that says something like “you’ve hit the end of the line.”
And then… nothing. You can still swipe left. But if you want to say yes to someone again, you’ll have to wait for your limit to reset.
Now here’s the thing: it doesn’t reset all at once. It’s not like the clock hits midnight and boom. All 25 come back.
Instead, each swipe becomes available 24 hours after you used it. So if you swiped right at 10:03 PM last night, that single swipe comes back at 10:03 PM today.
It’s a rolling timer. And it can be a little annoying if you’re on a swiping spree.
Why does Bumble limit your swipes?
Because they don’t want you to treat swiping like a video game.
Bumble wants you to slow down. Read bios. Look at photos. Think before you swipe. The limit is there to make you more selective. And honestly, it makes sense.
When you’re not rushing, you’re more likely to match with someone who actually fits you.
It also keeps the app from feeling like spam. People are more intentional. More respectful. That’s what Bumble wants. quality over quantity.
But what if 25 swipes aren’t enough?
Then you’ve got two options.
You can wait for your swipes to slowly come back. Or… you can upgrade.
Bumble Boost and Bumble Premium both remove the swipe limit. That means unlimited swipes. Swipe all day if you want. No waiting. No limits. No messages stopping you.
If you’re someone who gets frustrated by the daily cap, these upgrades can save you a lot of time and effort.
What else do you get with a premium upgrade?
Let’s break it down real quick.
With Bumble Boost, you get:
- Unlimited swipes
- The ability to backtrack if you accidentally swipe left
- More time to message someone after a match
- One Spotlight every week to boost your profile
- Five SuperSwipes every week to show someone you’re extra interested
If you upgrade to Bumble Premium, you get everything from Boost, plus:
- Advanced filters (like filtering matches by lifestyle, height, star sign, etc.)
- The Beeline (you can see who already swiped right on you)
- Travel mode (you can swipe in other cities)
- Incognito mode (only people you swipe right on can see you)
So yeah. Premium is the full package.
It costs more than Boost, but if you’re serious about finding someone, it might be worth it.
How to upgrade your Bumble account
Just open the app. Tap on the gray silhouette at the bottom-left corner of your screen. Or tap the blurred-out box showing people who already liked you.
That will take you to the upgrade options.
From there, you can pick Bumble Boost or Bumble Premium. Choose the plan that fits your budget and style. You can even pay for lifetime access if you want.
So what should you do when you hit your swipe limit?
Honestly? Don’t stress.
It happens to a lot of people. Especially if you’re swiping fast or trying to make the most out of your free account.
You can wait. Or you can pay. But either way, it’s a small pause. nothing more.
And while you wait, maybe it’s a good time to freshen up your profile.
Do you want more matches? Fix your profile first.
Swipe limits won’t matter if your profile isn’t helping you stand out.
Take a look at your bio. Is it blank? Is it too long? Rewrite it so it sounds like you. Show your personality.
Now check your photos. Your first photo should be clear, bright, and just you. No sunglasses. No group shots. Make it easy for someone to say yes.
And make sure you’ve added a couple more photos that show your life. You hiking. You with your dog. You’re doing what you love.
Because when people see effort, they swipe with purpose too.
SuperSwipe: What is it, and should you use it?
You’ve probably seen the little star icon on someone’s profile.
That’s the SuperSwipe button. It’s like saying “Hey, I really like you” instead of just “yeah, sure, why not.”
When you SuperSwipe someone, they get a special notification. They’ll know you went the extra step. It’s a good way to stand out, especially if their inbox is full.
You get 5 SuperSwipes a week if you have Boost or Premium. Use them wisely. They reset weekly. If you don’t use them, you lose them.
What about Spotlight?
Spotlight pushes your profile to the top of the deck for 30 minutes.
You’ll be seen first by people in your area. It gives you more exposure and more chances to match quickly.
Just like SuperSwipes, you get 1 Spotlight per week with an upgrade. And again, if you don’t use it, it resets. So don’t let it go to waste.
How to get more matches without swiping endlessly
Swipe smarter, not harder.
Stop rushing through profiles. Take a second to read bios. Look at the photos. Ask yourself. Do I really want to talk to this person?
That tiny pause can lead to better matches. Better conversations. And maybe something real.
Also, send real messages. “Hey” doesn’t start a conversation. Talk about something from their profile. Be playful. Be curious. It works.
Does swiping too much hurt your chances?
Actually, yes.
If you swipe right on everyone, Bumble’s algorithm may stop showing you the best matches. It assumes you’re not being picky. And that lowers your chances of showing up on someone else’s screen.
Be selective. The algorithm likes it. And so do real people.
What if your swipes don’t reset?
Usually, it’s just a timing issue. Remember, your swipes reset on a rolling basis. 24 hours after you use them.
If it’s been more than 24 hours and your swipes still haven’t come back, try closing the app and opening it again. Or log out and log back in.
Still stuck? Go to Bumble’s help center and contact support. They’ll fix it.
Final thoughts
You get 25 swipes a day on Bumble’s free version. That’s it.
If you hit that limit, don’t panic. You can wait, or you can upgrade for unlimited swipes.
But honestly, more swipes aren’t always the answer. Better swipes are.
Take your time. Improve your profile. Read bios. Swipe with intent. That’s how you find matches that matter.
And if you’re serious about finding someone. or just hate waiting. Go for Boost or Premium. You’ll unlock more tools, more swipes, and more control.
Whatever you choose, make sure you enjoy the process. Because dating shouldn’t feel like a chore. It should feel like possibility.
Now get back out there and swipe with purpose.
