Internet Dating: Does it really work?

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Subscriber Account active since. When it comes to online dating, everyone has an opinion — and a seemingly very strong one at that. One thing is for sure: it’s not easy to stand out when you’re competing for attention against millions of people on an app. Not to mention that it doesn’t take more than a quick glance at Tinder Nightmares to realize that it’s slim pickings as far as quality goes — especially if you don’t set yourself up for success. But what does setting yourself up for success look like when you have mere seconds to make an impression?

We turned to leading relationship experts to find out. Here are some of their best profile-writing tweaks and photography choices you should consider to improve your odds of getting more quality dates. Experts recommend to stop lying about age, weight, height, or any other points of insecurity. Nobody wants to read a dissertation about your life, so experts recommend being intentional with your word choice. Though you might not want to reveal too much, experts say you should be specific when it comes to certain details like your interests and passions.

This could be anything, according to O’Connor — from tennis, cooking, or gardening to Disneyland, art, wine, or animals. Aligning photos with interests will also make it easier for others to start a conversation with you. Nobody wants to be with someone who leads with negativity, so instead of focusing on things you don’t want or don’t like, focus on the positive, she said. An increasing number of dating app users are shelling out for professional photos for their profiles.