Tips & Hints For Online Dating

Online dating has really taken off over recent years. Many people, are not into the pub or club scene and really couldn't be bothered getting all dressed up in the hope of meeting someone special. Also, many just don't have the time to get out there!

This is probably one of the main reasons why online dating has become so popular in recent years. No longer do you have to do prowl around pubs or clubs looking for a potential mate. Instead, you can look for a potential partner on the internet, in the comfort of your own home.

You could almost say it is like online shopping but instead of buying products, you are checking out the merchandise!

For a while now, online dating seemed kind of taboo - but now it seems everyone is doing it. The beauty of online dating is that you can take your time looking through the pictures and profiles of other singles, to find one that shares your interests and aspirations. It is a much simpler process when compared to the "old-fashioned" way of looking for love!

Another positive for online dating is that you can get to know someone from the safe confines of your home, however there are some online dating tips you should follow in order to maintain personal safety, and to identify whether your potential date is genuine:

When setting up your online dating profile, don't give more information than is necessary. Do not provide your life story, where you live, and any other aspects about yourself that will identify where you work, where you live or anything else that may make it easy for a predatory male or female to find you.


There is always a chance that the person at the other end of an e-mail message is not who they say they are. Don't be blinded by your feelings, and trust your gut instinct. If it doesn't feel right, then it probably isn't.


Only share your telephone number after you feel comfortable that the person you are talking to can be trusted. Again listen to your gut instinct. An alternative to talking on the telephone is talking online through voice chat. This might be a good way to get to know your potential date without giving up your telephone number or other personal details.


When you do finally get to speak with each other, really listen to what they have to say because what they say and how they speak can often reveal a great deal about the type of person they are. Remember your gut instinct!


When is a good time to meet in person? The good thing about on-line dating is that you can gradually get to know each other on your terms before you decide whether to pursue your relationship off-line in the future. You are not obligated to meet them in person if you do not want to, so it is important you stick to your guns.


Your first date should be in a safe, crowded and familiar location. Make sure you tell friends or family who you are meeting, how they can contact you, and where you are going. Find your own way there too. It is always best to play it safe until you get to know them properly.

Use this time to really get to know the other person and ask them questions about themselves. First impressions usually count, so really take notice of what they are saying and their reactions to your questions.

So whilst your safety should be a consideration when considering on-line dating, it is also a fun and ideal way for you to meet a potential lifetime partner who you may spend the rest of your life with. There are many of success stories all over the world that confirm that it can happen!

Jacqui Darbyshire

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