Online dating services are big business, pulling in over 3
million members on over 1000 online dating websites through out
the internet. Over 17 million hits were recorded in 2002, with
15,000 new users logging on each day. But after spending your
evenings surfing these sites and in chat rooms, how do you know
if the site you've chosen is a reputable site where you can find
a real mate?
There are over 100
free online dating services, which can
attract people who aren't committed to being a site member and
following through with the rules that the site set up. A good
rule of thumb is that reputable online dating sites will charge
you monthly for becoming a member. This isn't necessarily true
of all dating services online, but it's a good idea to keep in
mind. Online dating personals that consist mostly of chat rooms
and
instant messages can be a wary place to be as well. (Pay
attention to the screen names these people chose!)
Take a good look at pictures sent from online dating services.
Look for things in the background which could mean the sender is
being deceptive, (like a picture of him leaning on a Rolls Royce
with a dealership flyer in the background...) and choose a site
that asks for your zip code which verifies that
there are
actually people in your area registered with their site. Also,
choose a site with a detailed profile; it will be well worth
your time because it will be used to narrow down the response
list.
Another online dating tip for choosing the best sites, go with a
popular one, even if it means higher membership rates. Popular
online dating websites are already proven websites, and for the
money, why not
go with a site that is already successful?
About the author:
Erick Shipmon has been an online marketer since 1997. He
currently is the President of http://www.eDatingPlanet.com which
is quickly becoming the hottest online dating community on the
planet. eDatingPlanet.com online dating services include:
E-mail, Live Chat, Live Video Cam, and FREE VoIP calling.
