April 1st is the perfect day to have some lighthearted fun with your crush, making them laugh while testing their sense of humor. Whether you’re looking to subtly express your interest or just want to share a playful moment, these pranks will surely leave a lasting impression. Below are 47 unique and creative April Fool’s pranks you can pull on your crush, guaranteed to make the day memorable. Choose wisely, and remember—keep it fun and flirty!
47 Hilarious April Fool’s Pranks to Play on Your Crush
1. The “Wrong Number” Flirt
Send them a flirty message like, “Hey, I had so much fun last night! Can’t stop thinking about you.” When they ask who it is, respond with, “Oops, wrong number… or was it?”
2. The Endless Typing Bubble
Keep sending just a period or random letters in iMessage so they only see the typing bubble, making them think you’re crafting a long, dramatic message.
3. Mysterious Secret Admirer
Leave an anonymous note on their desk or doorstep that says, “I’ve had a crush on you for a long time” but sign it as a random celebrity’s name.
4. Accidental Confession
Text them: “I really like you, and I think we should be together.” Then, immediately follow up with, “Oops, that was meant for my grandma. But now that it’s out there… thoughts?”
5. Name Change Dilemma
Tell them you’re legally changing your name to something absurd, like “Captain Lovebug,” and ask if they would still talk to you.
6. Fake Love Horoscope
Send them a fake horoscope prediction that reads, “Today, a secret admirer will finally reveal their feelings for you.” Then text them, “Guess what?”
7. The Mysterious Double-Tap
Like an old, embarrassing post of theirs from years ago and then immediately unlike it. Wait for them to notice and ask about it.
8. Sudden “Amnesia”
Pretend you’ve forgotten who they are. When they get confused, act as if they are pranking you instead.
9. Confuse Their Birthdate
Text them, “Happy Birthday!” on April 1st, even if their birthday is nowhere near. When they correct you, respond with, “Oh, I thought today was the day I should surprise you.”
10. Fake Date Plan
Ask them to meet you for a romantic dinner, then show up with a group of friends and act like it’s a casual hangout.
11. The Suspenseful Message
Text: “I need to tell you something important…” Then don’t reply for hours.
12. Mysterious Gift Delivery
Send them a small package with a note that says, “This is a symbol of my love for you.” Inside, place a single spaghetti noodle.
13. I Saw You on TV
Tell them you saw someone who looked exactly like them on a reality dating show and that they did something embarrassing.
14. Fake Crush Admission
Tell them, “I have a crush on you…” then follow up with, “Oops, typo! I meant to say, I have a crush on your dog.”
15. Reverse UNO
If they prank you first, pretend to fall for it dramatically, then turn the tables with an even bigger prank.
16. Emoji Overload
Only respond to their texts with an excessive amount of heart emojis, no matter what they say.
17. Fake Love Letter
Write a dramatic love letter, seal it with a kiss (or ketchup), and send it to them anonymously.
18. Fake Social Media Engagement
Post a status update that says, “So excited for this new chapter with my love!” but don’t tag anyone.
19. Spontaneous Relationship Status Change
Randomly change your relationship status to “In a Relationship” and wait for their reaction.
20. Fake Spotify Playlist
Send them a playlist titled “For My Crush,” but fill it with only meme songs.
21. “Lost” Contact Info
Pretend you lost their number and text them, “Who is this?”
22. Magic Trick Gone Wrong
Tell them you can guess their favorite color. When they say what it is, act extremely surprised and say, “I actually had no idea. Just lucky, I guess.”
23. Instant Best Friend
Tell them your parents met theirs and arranged your marriage.
24. The Fake Kiss Countdown
Say, “I heard if you stare at someone for 10 seconds on April Fool’s, they have to kiss you.” Then count down dramatically.
25. The “Secret” Screenshot
Pretend you accidentally sent them a screenshot of their own profile and say, “Oops, ignore that.”
26. Fake Family Approval
Tell them, “My grandma saw your picture and thinks we’d make cute babies.”
27. Predictive Text Poem
Text them only using predictive text suggestions and make it sound romantic.
28. The Fake Compliment
Tell them, “You have the nicest elbows I’ve ever seen.”
29. The Unexpected Nickname
Start calling them an absurd pet name like “Sparky Muffin” and refuse to explain why.
30. The Mysterious Selfie
Send a zoomed-in blurry picture of your face and say, “Thinking of you.”
31. Fake Ice Cream Date
Tell them you’re taking them out for ice cream and then hand them an empty cone.
32. Fake Travel Plan
Say you’re moving to Antarctica and see how they react.
33. The Invisible Ink Text
Send them a blank message and say, “It’s written in invisible ink.”
34. The Impossible Riddle
Text them, “What’s something I have but you don’t?” When they ask, reply with, “A crush on you.”
35. Confess to a Fake Sibling
Tell them you have an identical twin they’ve never met.
36. Voice Memo Mystery
Send a voice memo but only whisper their name repeatedly.
37. The “I Dreamt About You” Tease
Tell them you had a dream about them but refuse to say what happened.
38. The Fake Reunion
Act like you’ve known them since childhood and see if they play along.
39. The Secret Code Message
Send a coded message and act shocked when they don’t understand.
40. Autocorrect Mishap
Send a message with bizarre autocorrect mistakes and pretend it’s serious.
41. The Fake Proposal
Send a fake engagement ring picture and say, “Just practicing for the future.”
42. The “Accidental” Audio Call
Call them and stay silent when they pick up.
43. Random Fact Generator
Only communicate with fun facts for a day.
44. Sudden Accent Change
Text as if you’ve suddenly developed a British accent.
45. The Fake Pet Adoption
Send a puppy picture and say, “We should co-parent.”
46. The Unexpected Movie Invite
Invite them to watch a romantic movie, then put on a horror film.
47. The Silent Treatment
Text them “…” and don’t respond all day.
Conclusion
April Fool’s Day is a great opportunity to bond with your crush and make them smile. Playful pranks create fun memories and open the door to more flirtatious interactions. Just remember—keep it lighthearted, respectful, and enjoyable. Who knows? Maybe one of these pranks will turn into something more! Happy pranking!
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