Bumble keeps profiles private, so checking who’s on the app without signing up isn’t easy. Still, there are a few workarounds worth trying.

That said—making an account is the better option. While Bumble doesn’t have a search bar or activity status, having an account lets you:

• Browse users near you
• Match and message freely
• Unlock extra features with upgrades

Without one, you’re just guessing from the outside. But if you’re set on staying off the app, here’s what you can do…

1. Try Signing Up With Their Phone Number or Facebook

Bumble lets users sign up with a phone number or Facebook account. You can test if someone has an account by entering their info during signup.

• Download Bumble and choose “Sign up with Phone” or “Facebook.”
• Enter their number or Facebook login.

If they don’t have an account, Bumble will show an error or say the number isn’t linked.

If they do, a verification code gets sent to their phone—confirming they’re on the app.

(Obviously, don’t complete the signup—this is just to check if the account exists.)

2. Use Third-Party Apps to Search Dating Profiles

This is the go-to method: use paid tools that scan public records, social media, and dating sites—including Bumble.

These services are often used to catch cheaters or verify someone’s online identity. Just enter the person’s name, phone number, or email, and they’ll pull up any linked dating profiles.

Popular options include:

• SocialCatfish
• BeenVerified
• PeopleLooker
• Spokeo

If the person used real details on Bumble, these tools can uncover it—without you needing an account.

Note: Most of these work best in the U.S., so double-check availability in your country.

3. Try a Reverse Image Search

Reverse image search can help you find where someone’s photo appears online—including Bumble and other dating sites.

Use tools like:

• SwindlerBuster’s Face Search – Upload a photo and search across dating platforms anonymously.
• ProFaceFinder – A face recognition tool that scans social media and dating sites for matches using real images.

It only works if the person is using their actual photo.

Note: If the Bumble Profile is Fake or stolen profile pics won’t return useful results.

4. Check Bumble Activity on Social Media

It’s not foolproof, but social media can offer subtle clues.

• Look through Facebook groups related to Bumble—some users engage in discussions or post their experiences.
• Browse followers of Bumble’s official Instagram or Facebook pages. If they’re following the app, there’s a chance they’ve used it.

Just know this isn’t conclusive. Not being there doesn’t mean they’re not on Bumble—it just means they’re not careless enough to leave a trail.

5. Or… Just Create a Bumble Account

Honestly, this is still your best move.

Even without a direct search bar, having an account gives you tools that massively boost your chances:

✅ Create a Fake Account (Just for Searching)

• No need to use real info or photos.
• Set preferences that match who you’re looking for (location, age, interests, etc.).
• Start swiping—it’s manual, but it works.

🔒 Use Bumble Premium (If You’re Serious)

For ~$40/month, Bumble Premium unlocks features that actually help:

• Advanced Filters – Narrow results to the exact traits of your target.
• Best Bees – Bumble shows you top matches based on your filters—great for surfacing likely profiles.
• Incognito Mode – Browse without being seen, so you can search privately.