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How to Message Someone with No Bio: First Message Tips for Empty Profiles

by MiraiDate · 4 min read

What to do when your dating match has no bio, no prompts, and barely any clues? Learn smart strategies, and when to just walk away.

How to Open to an Empty Profile

We all know that feeling.

You get the match, open their dating app profile, and… nothing.

No bio.
No prompts.
Just a few vague pictures.

Now what’s your first message?

Step 1: Squeeze Out Any Clues

First, scan the photos.

  • Are they hiking, traveling, chilling at cafés?
  • Any pets, hobbies, or interesting backgrounds?
  • Anything that gives you a tiny hook?

Even small details can spark a message:

“Is that shot from Cinque Terre? I’ve always wanted to go!”

Step 2: Check the Interests

Next, dive into interests or badges.

Maybe they selected nature and movies.
Not much, but better than nothing.

Look for overlap with your own likes:

  • Shared passion? Great, build on it.
  • No overlap? No problem: combine them creatively.

Step 3: Combine Interests for a Unique Opener

Let’s say:

  • They have movies and coffee hopping.
  • You love nature and music.

You could write:

“Ever been to one of those outdoor movie screenings under the stars? I bet it’s even better with live music and good coffee.”

Example combos you can steal

Here are some ready-to-use lines combining common interest pairs:

  • Food + music:
    “Cooking’s like making music: blending flavors and notes into a masterpiece. What’s your favorite dish to ‘compose’?”

  • Art + sports:
    “Sports are basically art in motion: passion + creativity. What’s your favorite sport to play or watch?”

These show personality, creativity, and invite the other person to share, way better than a plain “Hey 😊”.

Step 4: Know When to Walk Away

Here’s the honest truth:
Sometimes, unmatching is the best choice.

If someone puts zero effort into their profile:

  • No bio
  • No prompts
  • Minimal or generic interests

…ask yourself:

Are they really someone you want to invest energy in?

Chances are, you’re looking for someone who’s as curious, intentional, and engaged as you, whether it’s for a chill night out or a meaningful relationship.

Reading this article shows you are not the zero-effort type.
So why waste time chasing someone who is?

Bonus Tip: Let MiraiDate Help

We get it: crafting clever icebreakers isn’t always easy.

That’s why at MiraiDate, we built a tool to help:

  • Enter the other person’s interests, vibe, and bio (if any).
  • Mix in your own personality.
  • Get personalized first message suggestions you can use right away.

Why not check it out and turn tough matches into real conversations?

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