There's a scene from The Office where Michael Scott is setting up his dating profile, and he says he has a great online dating quote: "...little kid lover. That way, people will know exactly where my priorities are." Do not — we repeat — do not be a Michael Scott. Create a dating profile that shows who you are and includes a great online dating quote that sends the right message. Our examples can help.
Ice-Breaker Online Dating Quotes
A quote on your dating profile can capture your essence and break the ice with a potential date. Make it short, snappy, and interesting.
- Guaranteed to find a way to have fun
- Just want someone to share adventure with.
- I've gotten pretty good at being a person. Still struggling with adulting, but I do okay.
- Basically a big kid at heart
- Seeking another seeker
- Got dad jokes? Apply within!
- Bucket list buddy wanted to share life's adventures
- I laugh all the time, so I'll probably make you feel like you're super funny.
- Can't really dance, but I'm great at air guitar.
- I'm a sucker for a cheesy pun, so you'd better be gouda.
- Tacos can solve anything.
- I live for Taco Tuesday.
- Looking for a partner who's my kind of nerd.
- I'll never expect you to read my mind, and I'm only a stage one clinger.
- Chill dudes only, please.
- I'll never make you hold my purse. You're welcome.
- I've never worn anything ironically in my life.
Best Online Dating Quotes Based on Your Interests
Including one of your passions in your online dating quote is an excellent way to break the ice and attract someone like-minded. You can use these as your jumping-off point for inspiration to write your own.
- I make a mean martini.
- Have cocktail shaker, will travel.
- Looking for someone who shares my love of literature
- Dreaming of finding a fellow bookworm
- Film buff seeks someone to hang out in the dark with.
- Looking for a travel buddy to explore the world.
- Only pet lovers need apply.
- Music lover seeks fellow concert-goer for sonic adventures.
- Love to cook. Looking for someone who loves to eat (and pay compliments).
- Solo chef seeks enthusiastic eater.
- Artist looking for my muse
- Seeking someone to share outdoor adventures
- A day in the mountains is the best day ever.
- Looking for a partner who is better at darts than me.
- Into road trips? My engine is running.
- Seeking fellow camper to share my tent.
- Winers welcome here.
Related: 100+ Good User Names for Dating Sites & Apps to Help You Stand Out
Funny Online Dating Quotes
Leading with a sense of humor is a great way to be uniquely you. So lead with a pun or a funny one-liner like one of these.
- I'm all man, but I promise not to mansplain or manspread.
- I'm just here for the cheese dip.
- [Your Name]: Making my dates laugh since [year]
- "I'm willing to lie about how we met." - Martin Dumbleton
- Wait... this is Tinder?
- Warning! I'm fluent in sarcasm.
- Shortie seeking someone to reach the top shelves in my cupboards.
- I still play with Lego, but in, like, a totally cool and adult way.
- I'll make you feel like a big man (I'm 5'0").
- I'm way more interesting than my profile pic makes me look.
- My love language is brunch.
- I dance like nobody's watching. (Translation: I am an enthusiastically BAD dancer.)
Ready to write your own caption? Start with something you're interested in or passionate about or just something interesting about you. Then, turn that into a short statement — nothing too heavy — that's fun, light, and uniquely you.
Flirty Quotes for Online Dating
If you love to lead with your flirt, use these flirty quotes for inspiration.
- Looking for a male/female lead to share the RomCom of my life.
- Seeking a snuggle buddy
- Little spoon seeks big spoon.
- My perfect date includes sleeping in on Sunday morning.
- I'm a sucker for a love story with a happy ending. Are you my happy ending?
- It's the quiet ones you have to watch out for. I'm one of the quiet ones.
- I'm an expert-level flirt... can you handle it?
- Love to cuddle, and cats will only get you so far.
- Ready to step into my new role as #CoupleGoals.
- Can't wait to find out what our couple name will be.
- Looking for the Gomez to my Morticia.
- Before you swipe, consider that this could be your soulmate's profile.
Use Online Dating Captions to Capture a Little Bit of You
Writing an online dating caption probably feels a little daunting... so much to say, so little time. So don't share the story of your life. All your quote needs to do is capture someone's interest and invite them to take a closer look.
