Online dating to do's - How to find your match

Finding love online doesn't need to be an arduous task


First published Jul 01, 2019 | Tanya S
Updated Oct 06, 2024
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It's been said time and time again, but being yourself and being honest is the sure way to success when online dating. Take the time and effort to write about yourself concisely and clearly, then watch the results.


Everything moves faster now with technology, and finding love isn't excluded from this evolution. Now that all it takes is a click of a button rather than a figurative arrow to be hit by a sudden desire, the age-old Cupid has long since passed on his mantle to a variety of dating apps and sites created solely to matchmake singles all over the world. In an age increasingly dominated by screens, there's no better way to complement one's quest for love.The good news is that there are dating websites for every type of person and interest available, from cinephiles, gamers, sci-fi geeks to book lovers. Scrolling through potential matches almost feels like speed dating, and in that sense, first impressions now matter more than ever. In that regard, here are some fundamental to-do's to help you get started. With it, finding the right one for a budding romance is but a click away.

1. Regularly update your photos in your profile

Appearances are notable, but this doesn't necessarily mean that you have to make yourself look like a movie star to get your ideal match. Authenticity is more important than anything else, and your photo is the first thing that would represent you. Add pictures that showcase all sides of you - from glammed up snaps down to your most comfortable look. Cropping out what you feel are unflattering parts of yourself will do you no favors in the long run, especially once you finally meet up in person. Start honestly and let your personality and chemistry together do the talking.

2. Take some time to fill out your profile properly

Answering all the questions or necessary details in dating profiles can be time-consuming, but it's best to fill it out as honestly and generously as you can. After all, holding back on this aspect would only hurt your chances of finding a match as a half-baked profile won't give anyone something to start with. More importantly, it would almost seem impossible to determine if you are compatible with someone with a blank profile.

3. Write concisely and clearly

Just as you don't want a blank slate for a profile, you also don't want to overwhelm someone on the first go with a biography for a profile. Keep it balanced and include key information about yourself such as your interests, hobbies, and what you're looking for in a partner, but don't forget to leave some to the imagination. After all, everything in between the essential details of yourself should unfold naturally once you two start chatting away.

4. Place critical information at the top of your profile

Critical information about yourself should be immediately seen to avoid any misunderstanding or mishaps in the future. You wouldn't want to spend the time chatting only to find out that there are important factors that are considered deal-breakers for others such as children, allergies, or any ground rules you deem necessary in your future relationship.

5. Be yourself

It's only natural to put your best foot forward when meeting someone new, but it should only be to a certain extent. Placing a filter on your personality or molding your image to a completely different person is a sure-fire way of building a rocky start with your relationship. After all, you want your partner to genuinely like you for who you are, and not whom you wish to be.

That isn't to say that these sites are a guaranteed way of finding the one. Amidst the action of swiping left and right across the hazy digital landscape, users will still need to take caution no matter how prestigious or trusted the sites are. Strangers, after all, are just that – mainly with a cardinal screen in between. Nonetheless, it's a great place for romance to bud, especially if one practices honesty and takes the time to develop a genuine relationship beyond getting lit.

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