In addition to the information on your profile, eHarmonys algorithm also works by keeping track of who you like or dislike, the types of people you message, and other ways you interact with the site and other members. Prateek Jain, Head of Engineering at eHarmony, calls this Machine Learning.

Does eHarmony use an algorithm?

Although the actual matching algorithm used by eHarmony is kept secret, we do know what elements are considered in producing a match. Founders of eHarmony believe that a high similarity in these areas correlates to a better chance of a good match, though this claim has been disputed by psychologists.

What questions does eHarmony ask?

Now well get into some of the questions that are exclusive to eHarmony .eHarmony Example Questions (#1-14)Gender.Relationship status.How many children you have (if any)Where you live.Where you were born.Ethnicity.Religious beliefs or spirituality.Highest level of education.More items •14 May 2018