Liking a photo of a guy or girl on instagram?

[Anonymous]

When i like/tap a photo of a guy on instagram there is absolutely 100% NO intention behind it. I just like/tap the photo, that's it. Im not looking for any attention from the guy, i dont want a dm from him, i could care less if he knows i exsits or not. All I did was like the photo.

But I heard if guys like a photo there is ALWAYS intention behind it.. I heard they want to be noticed by the woman.. and want her to slide into their dms. is that actually true? Or is there a double standard here?
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[glennos89]

Why would you like a picture of someone if you aren't willing to get noticed? It makes no sense to me. It only makes sense if you already are friends with that guy but I wouldn't like random pictures of girls I don't know or not Wanne get to know. But that's my personal view on it.

I do like a girls picture if I already know her and it doesn't automatically mean that I want something from them then but I definitely wouldn't like random girls pictures for no reason at all

[Asker]

I see what your saying. But if I like a photo of channing Tatum I don't like the photo because I want him to notice me and want him to dm me. I like it because I think he looks good in that photo and then I go about my Day.

[Still-alive]

Although i stand by my original answer @t_time there's a major difference between liking a celebrity's picture and liking some random guys. And not to boost your ego or anything but you are very attractive looking so yeah a lot of guys may interpret you liking their pics as you wanting something from them. Especially if they don't receive a whole lot of attention from girls, and here you come giving him that attention.

[Asker]

But what's the difference between a celebrity and a randoms photo? We are real human beings

[Still-alive]

A celebrity gets loads of attention while a random guy likely doesn’t. Thats the difference. So the non celebrity not used to getting that attention may read more into your likes than a celebrity ever would.

[Sonorous]

The issue isn't whether or not there's intention behind it. There's intention behind everything we do. I think what you're talking about is romantic intention. And to that I'd say, many people are fueled by the seeking of romantic love. Women and men. Men just probably do it to a more wide array or women. Women tend to only do it with the hype attractive males they really desire.

[Lisia]

Why would a woman slide in a guy's DMs just because they liked her photo? I feel like most people just like blindly.

[Asker]

Apparently some woman do.

[Layla00]

nope liking stories and posts mean nothing and doesn’t have any meaning behind

[Anonymous]

People's intentions on social media can vary widely, and it's not accurate to generalize based on gender. While some individuals may like photos with the hope of getting noticed, many others, regardless of gender, simply engage with content without any specific intentions. It's essential to recognize that individual motivations can differ, and not everyone follows the same pattern of behavior. There isn't a universal rule regarding intentions behind liking photos on social media.

[Asker]

I agree. I just keep seeing videos saying there is always a secret agenda whit men who like woman's photos on instagram. But no one ever says that about a woman liking men's photos.

Il admit I don't like it when my husband likes other women's photos.. but I believe that he DOESN'T have a secret agenda if he likes it. Just like I don't have an intention behind liking a man's photo

[Opinion Owner]

It's understandable that different people may have varying comfort levels and perspectives regarding their partners engaging with content on social media. Trust and open communication are crucial in navigating such situations. It's positive that you trust your husband and believe in his intentions. In relationships, it's often beneficial to discuss any concerns or feelings openly to ensure a shared understanding and strengthen the bond. Each relationship is unique, and what works for one may not necessarily apply to others.

[MrCommodore]

Thats not true, well definitely not in my case. There are are a variety of reasons I might like a girls picture on social media, but never because I am into that girl.

If I'm into a woman, I wouldn't want to be so obvious.

[NathanDavis]

these are very extreme generalizations... lol

[Asker]

Yah I know. But this is what I'm hearing all over tik tok and podcasts about it

[Still-alive]

I wouldn't read into any of that nonsense until they actually contact you in some way. until then i'd assume it doesn't mean anything

[Anonymous]

You're correct about a good percentage of guys. I won't bother liking a girl's photo unless I'd date her, and if I like your photo, I'd want to date you and it means I'm attracted to you.

[jjj101010]

I think it depends if u know the person or not. Do u know them?

[Andres77]

Depends on the guy

[Joker_]

those likes are meaningless