125 Flirty Pick Up Lines That Are Perfect for Texting

If you ask me, texting pickup lines are wildly misunderstood. Somewhere along the way, they got lumped in with corny bar jokes and dry text messages that start with “hey beautiful,” which is unfair, frankly. A good pickup line isn’t cringe—it’s efficient. It shows personality, signals interest, and does a way better job of starting a conversation than the painfully safe “how’s your day?” text we’ve all sent (and ignored).

The secret isn’t finding the perfect line; it’s vibe matching. The best pickup lines for texting are flirty without being awkward, playful without trying too hard, and confident enough to invite an actual response. Humor and curiosity go a long way over texts and dating apps. A funny or clever opener gives someone something to work with, which is kind of the whole goal when you’re trying to get past small talk and into a real conversation.

Of course, context matters. What works for a dating app match might look different than what you’d send someone you already know, but the principle is the same: keep it light, keep it intentional, and don’t overthink it. Pickup lines don’t need to be bold declarations; they just need to feel like you.

Since no one wants to sit there drafting texts like it’s a college essay, we pulled together 125 of the best texting pickup lines you can copy, paste, tweak, or use as inspiration. Funny ones, cute ones, and flirty openers that won’t make you want to throw your phone across the room. Because sometimes a solid line really is all it takes to take things to the next level.

1. No paint in sight, and you're still drawing my attention.
2. How am I supposed to plan our wedding without your number?
3. Hi, my name is [X], but you can call me tomorrow.
4. When I text you "good morning" tomorrow, what number should I text?
5. They say dating is a numbers game, so can I get yours?
6. Aside from being this good-looking, what else do you do in your spare time?
   
7. Is there a waitlist, or can I RSVP to your future right now?
8. Hold on, I’m asking ChatGPT to write our love story, BRB.
9. I’m going to have to ask you to leave, because you’re making everyone in here look bad.
10. I saw you looking at me, wondering if you should ask me out, so I thought I’d come over here and make it easy for you.
11. They say the prettiest people are lonely, so you must be in dire need of some conversation.
12. Let me guess three things about you: You’re really funny, really cute, and really in need of a date Friday night?
13. I’m sure whoever let you go regrets it. Do you agree?
14. You look like someone who’s in desperate need of my phone number.
15. I bet you’re a good cook; hot people usually are.
16. I guarantee you, I’m not flirting with you. I’m just being extra nice to someone who’s extra attractive.
17. I tried to send you something flirty, but I couldn't fit in the text box.
18. Can you send me a selfie? I just want to show my friends what my future partner looks like.
19. Do you have a name you want me to save you as in my phone, or should I just put “mine”?
20. I thought this was a dating app, but it must be a museum because you are a work of art.
21. I think I saw you on Spotify; you were listed as the hottest single.
22. I'm pretty good at algebra...I can replace your X, and you wouldn't need to figure out Y.

1. I hope you know CPR, because you just took my breath away.
2. Hi, I’m Mrs. Right. Someone said you were looking for me?
   
3. Do you prefer app(etizers) or staying on this app forever?
4. I’ve been meaning to date a [*insert their name here*], it must be fate!
5. Maybe we should take a workout class together so you won’t keep running through my mind.
6. I have this annoying trait where everyone I chat with falls in love with me. Did it work?
7. I have psychic powers, and I’m being pushed to ask you out.
8. I know the best spot in town for first dates. Want to see it?
9. I’m new in town. Can you give me directions to where your date is tonight?
10. Let’s play a game! If I win, you take me out. If you win, I take you out. 🏆
11. Well, I texted you. What are your other two wishes? 🧞
12. I’d like to take you to the movies, but they don’t let you bring in your own snacks. 🍿
13. Can I save you in my phone as “future loml”?
14. Is it just the WiFi, or am I totally feeling a connection?
15. Is your name Google? Because you’re everything I’ve been searching for.
16. Are you Siri? Because you autocomplete me.
17. Are you a keyboard? Because you’re just my type.
18. If you and I were socks, we’d make a great pair.
19. Are you an artist? Because you’re really good at drawing me in.
20. Are you a camera? Because every time I look at you, I smile.
21. Tonight, this Han doesn’t want to fly Solo.
22. You could make Fetch happen!
23. If you were a chicken, you’d be impeccable!
24. I want our love to be like Pi: irrational and endless.

1. Sorry, I'm lost. Could you give me directions to your heart?
2. If you were a triangle, you'd be acute one.
3. Was your dad a boxer? Because you're a knockout.
4. Kiss me if I’m wrong, but dinosaurs still exist, right?
5. If I could rearrange the alphabet, I’d put U and I together.
   
6. On a scale from 1-10, you’re a perfect 20.
7. I don’t usually do this, but can I have your number? I refuse to miss a shot with you.
8. Are you single? Because I need a plus one to literally everything for the rest of my life.
9. They say nothing lasts forever, so will you be my nothing?
10. Online dating is hard. Let’s make it easier by getting off the apps and on a date?
11. I need an apple-picking buddy, can I ~fall~ on you for that?
12. I’m not an electrician, but I can light up your day.
13. I can see us as the next big power couple.
14. I can’t see the ending, but I know the story of us would be fun.
15. I couldn’t help but notice your smile is brighter than anyone else’s here.
16. Would you rather kiss me, hold my hand, or take me on a date?
17. Do you want to discuss if aliens are real over drinks with me?
18. I have a feeling we should go out tonight, and my feelings are never wrong.
19. Coffee, tea, or me?
20. My friends and I saw you and wondered if you were into the idea of a first date as much as I am?
21. Here, can you hold this crystal? I’m trying to see if I was right about you having good energy.
22. Are you a cookie? Because I’m usually only attracted to things that are sweet.
23. So aside from taking my breath away, what do you do for a living?

1. You must be a dog, because you look fetching.
2. Hey, what's your name, and why is it My Future Wife?
3. Are you lightning? Because you're McQueen.
4. Do you want to be Minecraft without the craft?
5. Are you a keyboard? Because you look like my type.
6. I tripped while looking for you, so I guess you owe me a new pair of sneakers.
7. Are you a fruit? Because I think we’d make a great pear.
8. I know your name is [*insert their name here*], but can I call you mine?
9. Something must be wrong with my eyes, because I can’t take them off you…
10. Are you religious? Because you’re the answer to all my prayers.
11. Have the leaves changed? Because I’m definitely falling for you.
12. Mind if I tie your shoes? I’d hate to see you fall for someone else.
13. Do you believe in love at first sight, or should I walk by again?
14. I’m not a photographer, but I can definitely picture us together.
15. Are you into tricks or treats? Because I can do both.
16. Are you an astronaut? Because to me, you’re out of this world.
17. Are you a magician? Because when I look at you, everyone else just disappears.
18. Are you a candle? Because around you, I feel lit.
19. You must not like pumpkin spice because you seem anything but basic.
20. Can you see us together as well as I can, or do you need glasses?
21. If you’re here, who’s running heaven? 😇
22. On a scale of 1 to America, how free are you tonight?
23. Send me a selfie so I can show Santa what I want for Christmas. 🎅🏻
24. Are you Mariah Carey? Because all I want for Christmas is you.
25. If you were a fruit, you’d be a fine-apple.🍍
26. Do you believe in love at first swipe, or should I match with you again?
27. I’m researching important dates in history. Do you want to be mine?
28. I believe in following my dreams. Can I have your Instagram?
29. If you were words on a page, you’d be *fine* print.
30. Are you a loan, because you certainly have my interest.

1. You feel like someone I’d accidentally stay up too late talking to.
2. I don’t usually do this, but I feel like I’d regret not talking to you.
3. I feel like we’d have dangerously good chemistry.
4. Do you want to dance, or should we just flirt shamelessly all night?
5. You seem hot, but I think we should get closer to make sure.
6. I'm so cold, and you seem warm—mind if I stand a little closer?
7. I’d rearrange my entire morning routine just to see you again.
8. If being sexy was a crime, you’d be guilty as charged.
9. I like my coffee sweet, but tomorrow morning I can make yours however you’d like.
10. I feel like this conversation deserves a sequel.
11. I have a feeling we’d get along very well, no matter the direction.
12. How do you like your eggs? I’m taking notes for tomorrow morning.
13. Are you a parking ticket? Because you’ve got “fine” written all over you.
14. Other than being hot, what else do you do for a living?
15. Do you want to make out? Oh, sorry, I mean work out with me tomorrow night?
16. You look like a tall drink of water, and I’m parched.
17. You seem like someone I’d love getting lost in convo with.
18. Greetings and salivations.
19. So I already got your number, what’s next? 😉
20. Want to help me make this year a little more fun?
21. Your lips look lonely. How about I introduce them to mine?
22. Never change, okay? I mean, why mess with perfection?
23. What are you doing tonight? Because I’d love to be part of it.
24. Feeling down? I’m pretty good at making people smile.
25. When are you free? I feel like we should continue this.
26. I feel like we’d look very good in the same selfies.