But there are actually a lot of positives to flirting over text. For starters, you can take your time to say the perfect thing. And the barrier may actually allow you to open up more than you would in person. Sending flirty texts lets someone know that theyre on your mind.

Is it OK to flirt over text?

“Sending someone a text to let them know you are thinking about them can go a long way,” says relationship expert Stephania Cruz. “When there is a romantic interest, flirty texting can help you take the relationship to the next level if there is a mutual interest,” she adds.