Name: Poise - AI Dating Coach
Author: Poise

Your Feeld experience isn't going well. Matches are sparse, conversations don't convert, or you've swiped through everyone in your area. Is starting over the answer?

Here's when to reset, when not to, and how to do it effectively.

Why People Consider Resetting

The New Account Boost

New accounts often get increased visibility:

Shown to more people initially
Featured in discovery sections
Algorithmic priority for new users
"Fresh face" appeal to those who've seen everyone

This "new user boost" is real—and temporary.

Escaping a Bad Start

If your original profile had:

Poor photos that made bad first impressions
A bio that turned people off
Wrong settings or preferences
Early mistakes that hurt your reputation

Starting over lets you make a better first impression.

Suspicion of Account Issues

If you think you might be:

Shadowbanned or visibility-limited
Flagged by the algorithm
Affected by old reports
Stuck in a bad algorithmic position

A fresh start can reset these invisible factors.

Life Changes

Sometimes you're a different person now:

Significant appearance changes
Different relationship structure
New location
Changed what you're looking for

A new profile can reflect who you are now.

When Resetting Helps

✓ Your Profile Was Genuinely Bad

If you've learned a lot about what works on Feeld and your original profile was amateur hour, resetting lets you apply that knowledge fresh.

Signs your old profile was the problem:

You've significantly improved your photos
Your bio was off-putting (you now understand why)
Your desires were misconfigured
You weren't showing your best self

✓ You've Exhausted Your Local Pool

If you've swiped through everyone and keep seeing the same profiles:

The algorithm may have "exhausted" you with your local market
Fresh accounts get re-shown to people who passed on you before
You can make a different impression this time

✓ Major Life Transformation

Significant changes warrant fresh presentation:

Weight loss or gain that changes your appearance
Different relationship configuration (solo to partnered, or vice versa)
Changed gender expression
Moved to a new city

✓ Account Health Issues

If you have evidence of shadowban or visibility problems:

Support hasn't helped
You've waited and nothing improved
Other solutions haven't worked

A clean start is sometimes the only way to escape invisible penalties.

When Resetting Doesn't Help

✗ Same Profile, Same Results

If you reset but use the same photos and bio:

You'll make the same impression
People who passed will pass again
Nothing fundamental has changed

Reset is meaningless without improvement.

✗ The Problem Is Your Approach

If your issue is:

Messaging that doesn't connect
Conversations that fizzle
Dates that don't go well

Resetting won't fix these. You need to change your approach, not your account.

✗ Unrealistic Expectations

If you're expecting:

Dramatically more matches than your profile merits
Matches with people "out of your league"
Better results without better effort

Reset won't create miracles. Adjust expectations or improve genuinely.

✗ Impatience

If it's only been a week or two:

Give your current profile more time
Normal fluctuations happen
The algorithm needs time to learn your preferences

Premature resets waste the effort you've put in.

The Reset Process

Step 1: Document What You Have

Before deleting, save:

Screenshots of your current profile
Notes on what worked and didn't
Any conversations you want to remember
Matches you might want to reconnect with elsewhere

Step 2: Actually Delete (Don't Just Uninstall)

Proper deletion:

Go to Settings in the Feeld app
Find "Delete Account"
Confirm deletion
Wait for confirmation

Why this matters:

Uninstalling just removes the app
Your profile stays active
You can't create a new account with the same credentials
Proper deletion clears the slate

Step 3: Wait

Recommended waiting period:

Minimum: 1-2 weeks
Better: 1 month
If suspected ban: 2+ months

Why wait?

App may retain device fingerprints
Immediate recreation looks suspicious
Time lets any flags clear
You can use this time to improve your materials

Step 4: Prepare Your New Profile

Use the wait time to:

Get new, better photos
Write a new bio
Think about what you want differently
Research what works on Feeld

Step 5: Create Fresh Account

For a clean start:

Use a different email address
Consider different phone number (if possible)
Upload genuinely new photos
Write new bio (not copy-paste)
Configure desires thoughtfully

Making Your Reset Worth It

Improve Your Photos

Before resetting:

Get 4-6 new photos
Include clear face shots
Show personality and lifestyle
Have at least one full-body photo
Avoid old photos that might be recognized as "same person"

Rewrite Your Bio

Fresh approach:

Different opening line
New angle on who you are
Clearer about what you want
Better conversation hooks

Reconsider Your Approach

Ask yourself:

What wasn't working?
What will I do differently?
What have I learned?
How can I be more successful this time?

Be Realistic

A reset offers:

Fresh visibility
New first impressions
Clean algorithmic slate

A reset doesn't offer:

Magically more attractive profile
Better matches without better profile
Different results with same approach

Alternatives to Full Reset

Profile Overhaul

Instead of resetting:

Update all your photos
Rewrite your entire bio
Change your desires
Modify your settings

Major updates can sometimes trigger increased visibility without losing your account.

Majestic Membership Features

Premium options:

Incognito mode for fresh start feeling
See who likes you (understand your market)
Unlimited likes to re-engage
Profile boosts for visibility

Take a Break

Sometimes stepping away helps:

Delete the app (not account) for a month
Come back with fresh energy
Your profile may get re-circulated to new people
You'll swipe with renewed interest

Location Change

If you travel:

New locations show you to new people
Your profile is fresh in new markets
You can test what works before resetting permanently

Ethical Considerations

Transparency With Matches

If you reset and match with someone you've talked to before:

Don't pretend you've never talked
Be honest if they ask
It's okay to start fresh, but don't gaslight people

The Terms of Service

Be aware:

Creating multiple accounts may violate Feeld's terms
They may have ban evasion detection
Your new account could be flagged if connected to old one
Do this once, not repeatedly

Learning From the Past

The point isn't escape:

Understand what went wrong
Change what needs changing
A reset is for improvement, not denial

After Reset: Maximize Your Fresh Start

Week 1: High Visibility Period

Make the most of it:

Be active on the app daily
Swipe thoughtfully (not everyone)
Send quality first messages
Respond promptly to matches

Ongoing: Sustainable Approach

Don't repeat old patterns:

Maintain profile quality
Message consistently
Don't burn out
Keep improving based on results

Track Your Results

Note what's different:

Are you getting more matches?
Better quality conversations?
More dates?
If not, what else needs to change?

FAQ

Will people know I reset? No, unless they recognize your photos and remember matching before. Most people won't.

Can I use the same photos? Technically yes, but it's better to use new ones. Same photos = same first impression to anyone who saw you before.

What if I match with the same people again? It happens. Either unmatch quietly, or take the opportunity to make a better impression.

How often can I reset? Don't make this a habit. One strategic reset is fine; constantly resetting is both against terms of service and indicates deeper issues to address.

Related Guides

Fresh Starts Work Best With Fresh Approaches

A reset gives you a second chance—but only if you take it differently. Poise can help you craft messages that convert your new matches into real connections.