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7 Simple changes to improve your online dating profile

Improving your online dating profileOne thing that happens after you’ve belonged to a couple of online dating sites for awhile is that you’ll notice a drop in interested people. That’s because your profile is getting old and no longer grabs people’s attention. You need to keep your profile fresh and exciting on hookup sites to keep the messages coming in.

1) Change your profile picture

People will scroll past a profile picture they’ve seen before so change yours to make your profile look new. It will grab their attention and they’ll take the time to check you out. Make sure it’s a well-lit picture because darker ones tend to be harder to notice and remember to smile so you look like a nice, friendly person they want to know.

2) Get rid of any naked pictures

Hookup sites are full of naked pictures and most people just ignore those profiles because they think the person is only focused on sex. Take some pictures of yourself fully clothed but also looking attractive. This means avoiding anything baggy or old looking. A man wearing a dress shirt and striking a casual pose while smiling will get more attention than a man wearing a t-shirt and holding a beer while grinning at the camera.

3) Re-write your description to update it

Take the time to re-write the description you have on your profile because things might have changed since you last wrote it. Maybe you’re looking for a different type of relationship or maybe you’ve referenced something that’s already happened like looking for someone to spend New Year’s Eve with. Make sure your profile reflect who you are and what you want in a partner.

4) Check for any spelling errors

Carefully read what you’ve written and correct any spelling errors. If you’re not sure if there are any then copy/paste the text into a free spell checking site online and fix any mistakes you find. This is important because these types of mistakes will make you look lazy or uneducated which are never attractive qualities in a potential partner.

5) Don’t mention your ex or anything negative

You want to come across as someone that’s fun to be with so get rid of anything negative on your profile. Get rid of any mentions of your ex, bad dating experiences or any complaints you’ve made about your job. Focus on positive things like hobbies you enjoy or new things you’re looking forward to trying so you seem like someone who has goals and who doesn’t just sit around watching TV.

6) Change your headline

It’s easy to change your headline and can be another way to make your profile seem new. Take a look at the profiles of other users and see what kinds of things they say. When you find one that sounds like you see if you can adapt it to fit your profile. Don’t repeat what they say, just use a similar style and make it personal to your situation.

7) Get rid of pictures that contain friends

It’s best to only have pictures uploaded of you instead of you with other people because it can be hard for users to know which person is you. Female friends might be mistaken for your ex and male friends might be mistaken for you. You can use pictures of yourself in social settings with the faces of your friends blurred or of you by yourself.

Author at Monkeys Reviews Australia
Emily is based in Sydney.
She is working as writer for diferent websites. She has published many hand-books about adult dating and relationships.
Emily Scott

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