Horrible luck with online dating

[runwild14]

So I use a few dating apps both paid and unpaid such as Match and Tinder. I have a fairly decent set of pictures, but for some reason, no one attractive ever seems to match with me on anything. I'm getting very few women showing interest (1 - 3 per week) and all from women that are not attractive. Any advice to help with online dating. If need be I'll provide some of what I have from my profiles

[Nicolas]

Before you go ahead and sign up for any of those online dating websites, determine first what it is that you're looking for. Whether you're online to look for a casual hook up or for a meaningful relationship is entirely up to you, it's just important to establish this so that you will be guided to the right websites. Dating websites are there for specific reasons, knowing what's yours for checking them out will help you avoid embarrassing situations and will ensure that you enjoy your first foray into World Wide Web dating.

Sign up for online dating websites that match your specifications.

After you have determined your purposes for dating online, you may now sign up for the websites that give you the kind of women you want. If you don't know which websites to go to, you can do a simple search using Google, Yahoo, or Bing. Pick keywords that are common and widely used such as "online dating for men" and "gorgeous women online".

Create a unique profile for your online dating website account.

Once you have selected which online dating website to sign up for, the next thing you will need to create is a unique profile that will attract the kind of women you want to date. If you don't know how to do this, you can check forums which give online dating tips for men including those sponsored by the same website you just signed up for. Be honest with the information that you put on your profile but be careful as well, the Internet is not a very nice place for those who do not know how to keep their personal financial information to themselves.

Brush up on your email and chatting skills

Since you are using the Internet to date women, it is assumed that you will be communicating with them mainly by chat or email so make sure you know how to send a good one. You don't have to go to grammar school to know the proper ways of doing so, just make sure that you are polite and respectful in your approach. Remember, you're not the only one talking to this woman online so make that first impression count.

Don't initiate sex talk unless you're in a website designed for such.

This is one of the most common mistakes men commit when they go dating online. They automatically assume the women there are game for sex talks and other kinky stuff. Well, this is not always the case so be careful when initiating anything improper otherwise you might just find yourself banned from the website you just signed up for.

There are many other online dating tips for men out there. Use the Internet to your advantage and take the time to do research before rushing headlong. Good luck and have fun!

[John]

Let's start at the beginning. It's great to choose a username that makes you stand out. Just remember, though, there is a big difference between being very clever and being so obscure your username goes right over the heads of potential partners.

If someone is already using your first choice for a name, just let it go. Obviously, it wasn't that clever after all. Avoid using provocative pen names. Not everyone has a sense of humor when it comes to online dating, especially if you are hoping to find a long-term relationship.

Your Profile

A profile that is carefully composed is essential to a successful online dating experience. The profile area is your space to present not only your biographical information but also other special personal information, pictures of yourself and some details of what you are seeking in terms of a date and/or potential mate. Don't stress it though, because while you only get one chance to make a good first impression on a date, you get as many chances as you want on your free online dating profile. Get together with a friend or two when you're ready to build your profile. They can help in choosing the best pictures.

Your Photographs

All your photographs should be under seven months old unless specifically designated otherwise. Your main photo should be a headshot. People should be able to see your eyes. In fact, there are free online dating sites that will suspend your photo posting privileges if your main photo does not show your eyes.

You should also include at least one full body shot too. This way, when you do score a first date, there will no concern about how "different" you look in person. Don't post too many pictures that include other people who might hide the real you or confuse others as to your dating status either.

Keep all your profile photographs updated. Include supplemental photos of you enjoying your favorite pastime or perhaps pics from recent vacations. They can give you something to talk about.

Your Headline

Your headline should make a statement about you or maybe answer a basic question like: "What qualities am I looking for in a man/woman?" Again though, don't be so clever; you may lose your "reader".

Your Description

Your description should focus on three separate sections. The first concerns who you really are and some of the different things you enjoy doing. The second might be more about your personal habits or just about anything unusual or unique that makes you stand out from the crowd. The third one should discuss your current activities, books you have read and films you have seen recently.

Additional Tips

Finally, try to be brief. Share, but be careful you don't share too much. Find a comfortable middle ground between letting them know something about you and removing all the mystery. Use spell check, too. You don't want a profile that looks thrown together.

To summarize these online dating tips, you want to give people an honest representation of yourself, both physically and mentally. Specify a few things that make you stand out. If you took time off to protest at Standing Rock or have a unique collection of some sort, include that. It will get people's attention.

[TheDarkOne]

Give it time. Lots of time. There are a lot of fakes, strange people and some genuine on dating sites. Take everything with 'a pinch of salt' and someone genuine will eventually appear. Try contacting more ladies yourself but don't get down if you don't get replies. It's just how these things seem to work. The internet can be very impersonal and people tend to forget, or just don't bother with manners anymore. Just be yourself and don't expect too much.

[Helen]

It's true. All these dating apps need more time.

[markmitchell29]

You should give it more time ... just be patient

[smackie9]

Online dating is not a magic bullet where you are inundated with a smorgasbord of perfect ladies to choose from. It's mostly filled with people who have trouble finding a date irl so you are not going to get the best quality or choice going this route. Trouble finding dates irl because they are not attractive, have social anxiety, don't have much of a social life, are too busy etc or they live in an area too far from a strong population. It will be like finding a needle in a haystack. I suggest you keep the dating apps, but still go out and meet people through mixers, speed dating, parties, social events, etc.