I set up a brand new Hinge account 3 days ago on a completely clean device/setup.

Because I didn't want to burn my best, high-value photos in case of a random automated flag or instant ban (wanted to make sure my digital footprint was completely clear first), I purposely threw up some "subpar" photos. Basically, a sacrificial profile to test the waters.

Fast forward 72 hours: the account is running totally fine, fully operational, and verified.

Now that I'm in the clear, I want to deploy my actual A-tier photos. I’m debating the best way to do this without messing up my algorithmic standing.

Which of these two options makes the most sense?

Option A: Just swap the photos directly on this account.

The Pros: Zero ban risk. It's safe, and I don't have to deal with resetting.

The Cons: My initial swipe-to-match ratio on these "test" photos might have set a low baseline "desirability" score (or "Elo" equivalent). Will updating the photos immediately force the algorithm to recalibrate my pool, or will I be fighting an uphill battle to climb up the stack?

Option B: Delete and recreate the account right now with the good photos.

The Pros: I get to capitalize on the genuine "new user boost" (the high-priority visibility Hinge gives fresh profiles) with my absolute best assets on day one.

The Cons: Is deleting and recreating a brand new account after just 2 days going to trigger Hinge's automated spam/reset protection filters and get me shadowbanned or flagged?

Has anyone tested the actual recovery rate of just swapping photos vs. doing a quick 48-hour reset? What’s the play here? Or should I just try the Hinge's "fresh start" feature? Does that "fresh start" on the same account feature give me another new user boost?