Things You'll Need:
- Internet access
- Computer
- Common Sense
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Step 1
Find the online internet dating web site that you are most interested in. If you decide that you don't like the online web site, you can cancel your account and switch to another. There are so many to choose from, such as eHarmony, Match and many others. It's best that you stick to one site at a time to preserve your own sanity. Joining multiple dating web sites won't increase your odds of meeting someone special; it will just make you crazy.
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Step 2
Do not include any personal or private information in your online dating profile. Your first name should be your upper limit for identifying yourself on any online dating website. The author of this article recommends that you do not use your real date of birth, out of concern for the constantly rising instances of identity theft. Needless to say, your address, children and other identifying pieces of information should be excluded from your dating profile, as the information is accessible to millions of people.
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Step 3
Choose your photo carefully. Pick a photograph of you that is generally public view friendly and portrays you in a positive light. Ensure that it's recent, and accurate. Your photo will say a lot about you, and if chosen properly, will deliver a first impression that you can be proud of. Don't try to sneak and put up an outdated photograph of yourself; when you finally do meet someone, you will appear to be dishonest. Whether you have shorter hair or 25 extra pounds, be yourself, and be proud.
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Step 4
Most online dating profiles have an option to enter a headline, usually consisting of a short sentence to go next to or under your photo. Avoid meaningless and desperate sounding headlines such as "Pick me tonight!" or "Stop- you've found me!". Choose a headline that describes yourself or your values, and keep the cheesiness in the refrigerator, where it belongs.
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Step 5
Be honest about the "deal breakers". Many internet dating sites ask you questions regarding your social habits (drinking, smoking, drug use, etc.) and whether or not you have children. Answer these honestly, in order to avoid confusion later on. Most dating sites have an option where you can elect not to answer some of these personal question. The author of this article recommends that you opt to not answer a question, as opposed to being dishonest in your online dating profile.
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Step 6
Don't write a book. Many people make the mistake of writing a profile that is pages and pages long. Most people look at a profile for about 10 seconds or less, before they decide if they want to continue reading it or not. Don't make your profile a bore or a chore to read.
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Step 7
Add some interesting information about yourself, your likes and dislikes so that potential online dates can get to know you a little bit. Whatever you do, don't spill everything, save some disclosure for the first date, and hopefully, the second and third date..... Have fun, be safe, and happy dating.
