Your online dating profile has photos, a witty headline, and a description of yourself and what you’re looking for in a partner. So why isn’t your inbox getting flooded with messages from would-be suitors?
While it’s true that 40% of American couples now meet online, this doesn’t mean you can set up a profile and forget about it. Single people may need to make a few tweaks to make sure they stand out. The good news is it’s easy to take a dating profile from ho-hum to hi, there!
Here’s how to make a good dating profile even better and help you attract your ideal partner.
Choose The Right Site
There are so many options for dating sites that you have to be sure you choose the right one. Looking for a match made from a detailed compatibility questionnaire? Choose eHarmony. Are you Jewish and looking for a partner of the Jewish faith? JDate is the online dating service for you.
Business professional without much time looking to date casually? Try ItsJustLunch.com. Looking for detailed information about the people you’re interested in? Check out Elite Singles.
Whichever you choose make sure it reflects the kind of person you are and what you’re looking for in a relationship.
Show the Right Photos
It’s true that first impressions are everything, and this begins with what people look at first in a dating profile: the photos. You want to make sure that you’re showing clear photos that were taken in good lighting from a flattering angle. Most importantly, make sure you’re throwing a warm, friendly smile in your main photo.
Avoid group photos (you want the focus to be on you, not your friends or other people) and selfies showing off your physique. Include a (clothed) full body shot as well as a few headshots that show your eyes.
Hiring a photographer who specializes in online profile photography will ensure you include some captivating images in your profile.
Don’t Vent or Complain
Was your last boyfriend a control freak? Are you still grinding an ax over a date that ghosted on you?
Your online profile is not the place to air your frustrations about bad relationships or dating experiences. Think about it: you would probably get turned off in a hurry by someone complaining about men or women in general or throwing themselves a pity party in their description of themselves. These people wouldn’t be much fun to go on a date with, so don’t be like them.
Likewise, complaining about a past partner shows that you’re not ready to move forward and be in a new relationship. Keep your profile positive and upbeat. Later on, if you start to get serious with a new partner, you can always reveal what your past relationships were like.
Highlight What Makes You Different
Just about everyone says they love dining out, movies, and sunsets in their profile. You can take a different approach by describing what motivates you when you wake up or how you’ve improved yourself in recent years.
Don’t be afraid to mention a unique healthy hobby or interest as well—not everyone is an expert at playing the ukulele or making ethnic food, after all. But remember to stay modest and be honest. Writing the right online dating profile is a balancing act of shining a light on yourself without bragging or coming across as arrogant.
Use a Professional Writer to Make You Stand out in All the Right Ways
Having trouble getting your profile noticed or coming up with what to write? There’s a pro for that! Check out dating profile writing services like Profile Helper to help your profile shine. They know what they’re doing and know what to say to have potential matches click that contact button.
For the cost of one fancy date, you can have a ton of actual dates because they make you look fantastic.
Now You Know How To Make a Good Dating Profile Better
Now you know how to make a good dating profile even better. It’s time to start applying these tips and it’s also a good idea to keep your profile current. That means adding new photos and updating it with any life accomplishments or new interests.
The love of your life is out there and searching for you. Until you meet them, check out our latest lifestyle posts to make the most of your limited single days!
