How to change distance on bumble
Emily Cortez
Updated on January 23, 2026
Why can’t I change my bumble distance?
Unfortunately, Bumble doesn’t allow you to choose your location as you please, which sometimes limits your ability to find the right match. With the search distance option removed, there is no way you can expand the search within the app. In essence, using a third-party app to change the location is your only way out.Does Bumble have a distance setting?
The company announced that people can now expand their distance filters to match with anyone in their country. The app previously only allowed people to connect with someone within a 100-mile range. To change this, look for “nationwide” in your app settings.How do you expand your location on Bumble?
Setting your new location for Bumble (and any other GPS-enabled app) is easy.Android
- Open the Settings menu on your phone.
- Tap System.
- Tap About Phone.
- Tap Software Info.
- Tap Build Number 7 times quickly.
- Enter your phone’s lock code when prompted.