In a nutshell, its a tactic used by men to lure in younger women. If a woman sets her age range for matches at 30-45, it means shes looking for someone under the age of 45. If she wants to date a 50- or a 60-year-old, shell set her age range for matches appropriately.

Is it illegal to fake your age on Social Media?

While its not illegal, lying about your age does violate the Terms of Service agreement users must agree to when they sign up. And when parents help kids lie online, theyre setting a poor example about good digital behavior.