Tinder calculates a rating for each user (ELO) using the data on right swipes (and other things). Then it only shows your profile to users with a similar rating

Tinder calculates a rating for each user (ELO) using the data on right swipes (and other things). Then it only shows your profile to users with a similar rating. (Many users have documented this feauture) Tinder wants the most influential users to recommend the app to their friends (on social media and in real life). Influential users are typically more desirable and have a higher rating. So you should take all the right swipes you can get.