Dating apps are the most powerful tool in your dating toolbox. According to the latest research, approx 40% of new couples say they met online. Online dating has become the norm, offering countless opportunities to connect with potential mates. With a few swipes and clicks, you can explore a world of romantic possibilities. However, despite the convenience and accessibility, many singles find themselves frustrated by missing results or missed connections. The culprit? A poorly structured dating profile.
Your dating profile is your digital resume, The first impression you make on potential matches. It’s the key to attracting attention, sparking interest, and ultimately, finding that special someone. However, all too often, people fall into the same traps and make avoidable mistakes that hinder their chances of success.
From clichéd bios to misleading photos, there are so many little details that can sabotage your dating profile if you’re not careful. So, if you’re tired of receiving lackluster responses or encountering the same roadblocks in your online dating journey, Get ready and get ready to level up your profile game.
Here are the four biggest mistakes to avoid in your dating profile:
- Your dating app is not your IG – Daters often upload too many photos that they think show their true selves. But more often than not they are really portraying their ideal selves, rather than using images that share something specific about who they are. Plus, too many photos can overwhelm potential matches. A great dating profile always includes photos that deliver the three C’s: color, context and character. Color helps you stand out from the water of little black dresses. Context tells your story visually (think hobbies, daily life, etc.). character to show your personality and what makes you stand out from the rest of the game.
- Not making your profile about you – Group photos, photos with your grandma and solo photos of your puppy prevent you from being the star of your profile. Make sure it’s clear who you are and direct your match’s eye to focus on you – not your cute friend, your dog or your grandma’s smile.
- General responses that leave no threads – Your profile is an invitation to message and hopefully meet. If you’re tired of all the “hey, what’s up” messages, give them something to go on by leaving lots of little details in your profile that give them a jumping off point to message you.
- Don’t be a negative Nancy – Instead of using your valuable profile asset to talk about what you don’t want, talk about what you do like. According to OkCupid, profiles with phrases like “don’t message me if…” get fewer matches. Keep it positive and inviting. You can sort through the messages in DMs or swipe left if you’re not into what they have to offer.
Now that you know what not to do in your profile, let us break down what you are Must to do.
First, make sure you change your profile regularly. Making frequent changes to your dating profile on a regular basis means you’re more likely to be at the top of the queue for other dating app users. Second, be sure to test your main image for the most engagement. You can do this by keeping a log of how many matches or messages you get with each photo (using the 3 C’s, of course).
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