6) How to detect someone’s Myers-Briggs type from their profile

Dating profiles don’t just tell you about someone’s height, hobbies, or favorite Netflix shows. If you know how to read between the lines, they also reveal clues about their Myers-Briggs type.

I’ve been doing this for years — and with remarkable accuracy. Here’s how you can, too.

1. Look at the Photos

• Number of group shots: More group photos usually = Extraverted (E). Mostly solo shots = Introverted (I).Pets in multiple photos (or a pet as the only photo): Strong sign of Feeling (F) — especially if the pet is posed as a stand-in for themselvess
• Adventure pics (skydiving, surfing, mountains): Often Sensing (S) and/or Perceiving (P) types who live for the moment.
• Minimal, serious, or professional headshots only: Common among Thinking (T) and/or Judging (J) types.

2. Read the Bio — or Notice Its Absence

• Brief or nonexistent bio: Classic Perceiving (P) trait. They’re not intentional about presenting themselves.
• Long, carefully worded, with sections: More likely Judging (J). They want clarity and structure.
• Playful, random, stream-of-consciousness writing: Points to Extraverted (E) or Perceiving (P) energy.
• Deep, abstract statements (“seeking meaning,” “love exploring ideas”): Strong clue for Intuitive (N) types.
• Practical, grounded details (“I like hiking, grilling, family dinners”): Often Sensing (S).
• Little effort overall (1–2 poor quality photos, minimal or no bio): Swipe left. If they aren’t intentional about how they present themselves, how serious can they be about you?

3. Pay Attention to Interests and Hobbies

• Teachers, counselors, nurses, nonprofit work: Often NFs (idealistic, people-centered).
• Lawyers, scientists, engineers: Commonly NTs (analytical, systems-focused).
• Entrepreneurs, sales, managers: Often TJs (driven, decisive).
• Artists, musicians, writers: Frequently NFs or SPs (expressive, creative).

4. Decode Their Tone

• Funny, sarcastic, irreverent tone: Likely TPs or ENxPs (playful, quick-witted).
• Warm, caring, relational tone: Classic F energy, especially NFs.
• Direct, no-nonsense, “here’s what I want”: Strong TJ signal.
• Philosophical, dreamy, or poetic: Very INFP / INFJ / ENFP territory.

5. Red Flags and Green Flags

• Multiple mentions of “spontaneous,” “go with the flow,” or “don’t plan”: Likely Perceiving (P). If you’re a Judger (J), know what you’re signing up for.
• Photos of awards, degrees, or career highlights: Often TJ types who value mastery and recognition.
• Lots of party pics, nightlife shots: Strong Extraverted (E) energy.
• One carefully chosen artistic photo, little else: Could signal an Introverted (I) Intuitive (INxx).

Bottom Line

Profiles may be short, but behaviors always speak louder than words. If you know the clues — photos, word count, tone, job, pets, hobbies — you can make a remarkably accurate guess at someone’s Myers-Briggs type before you ever meet them.

That way, you’re not just swiping on looks or witty lines. You’re looking for your Magnetic Match.

Dating profiles don’t just tell you about someone’s height, hobbies, or favorite Netflix shows. If you know how to read between the lines, they also reveal clues about their Myers-Briggs type.

I’ve been doing this for years — and with remarkable accuracy. Here’s how you can, too.

1. Look at the Photos

• Number of group shots: More group photos usually = Extraverted (E). Mostly solo shots = Introverted (I).
• Pets in multiple photos (or a pet as the only photo): Strong sign of Feeling (F) — especially if the pet is posed as a stand-in for themselves.
• Adventure pics (skydiving, surfing, mountains): Often Sensing (S) and/or Perceiving (P) types who live for the moment.
• Minimal, serious, or professional headshots only: Common among Thinking (T) and/or Judging (J) types.

2. Read the Bio — or Notice Its Absence

• Brief or nonexistent bio: Classic Perceiving (P) trait. They’re not intentional about presenting themselves.
• Long, carefully worded, with sections: More likely Judging (J). They want clarity and structure.
• Playful, random, stream-of-consciousness writing: Points to Extraverted (E) or Perceiving (P) energy.
• Deep, abstract statements (“seeking meaning,” “love exploring ideas”): Strong clue for Intuitive (N) types.
• Practical, grounded details (“I like hiking, grilling, family dinners”): Often Sensing (S).
• Little effort overall (1–2 poor quality photos, minimal or no bio): Swipe left. If they aren’t intentional about how they present themselves, how serious can they be about you?

3. Pay Attention to Interests and Hobbies

• Teachers, counselors, nurses, nonprofit work: Often NFs (idealistic, people-centered).
• Lawyers, scientists, engineers: Commonly NTs (analytical, systems-focused).
• Entrepreneurs, sales, managers: Often TJs (driven, decisive).
• Artists, musicians, writers: Frequently NFs or SPs (expressive, creative).

4. Decode Their Tone

• Funny, sarcastic, irreverent tone: Likely TPs or ENxPs (playful, quick-witted).
• Warm, caring, relational tone: Classic F energy, especially NFs.
• Direct, no-nonsense, “here’s what I want”: Strong TJ signal.
• Philosophical, dreamy, or poetic: Very INFP / INFJ / ENFP territory.

5. Red Flags and Green Flags

• Multiple mentions of “spontaneous,” “go with the flow,” or “don’t plan”: Likely Perceiving (P). If you’re a Judger (J), know what you’re signing up for.
• Photos of awards, degrees, or career highlights: Often TJ types who value mastery and recognition.
• Lots of party pics, nightlife shots: Strong Extraverted (E) energy.
• One carefully chosen artistic photo, little else: Could signal an Introverted (I) Intuitive (INxx).

Bottom Line

Profiles may be short, but behaviors always speak louder than words. If you know the clues — photos, word count, tone, job, pets, hobbies — you can make a remarkably accurate guess at someone’s Myers-Briggs type before you ever meet them.

That way, you’re not just swiping on looks or witty lines. You’re looking for your Magnetic Match.