How to build your dating profile

When you decide to join the online dating community, it can feel overwhelming. There are so many different dating apps and it’s hard to create a profile unique to each platform. 

Before you decide to put yourself out there you have to understand that not all dating apps are the same. You should find out which dating app is best suited for your needs, and in doing so you’ll be able to find the right person for you. 

The most important and first thing you need to do when creating your dating profile is to choose your photos. Choosing the right photos for your profile can make your profile more appealing to others and can be the best way to introduce yourself — it’s the first thing everyone notices. 

You want to stay away from photos that change the way you look or filter your face in any way as that may seem “unnatural” and give off the impression that you are not a “real” person. 

A lot of people are suspicious when looking at profile pictures. Even though millions of people use dating apps, there are also a lot of fake accounts or bots online; it’s something to be careful about since you don’t want people to suspect you of the same thing. 

If the dating app you choose has an option for you to verify your profile picture, it’s safer to go ahead and complete this step to build a better profile.

The best pictures to introduce yourself are pictures of you doing the things you like or a hobby you enjoy doing, as this makes you more “likable.” This is not just limited to people who have outdoor hobbies or people who live a very outgoing lifestyle. 

It can also be a picture of you with things you care about or enjoy talking about. If you enjoy watching anime or reading comic books, maybe you want to show that in your profile. 

Maybe you really like drawing or decorating your room. That’s something someone else also might enjoy, so you want to show that in your profile pictures to find people who have the same interests and hobbies as you. 

If you are given the chance to add multiple photos and you are not sure which pictures to choose, here are some of the best pictures to include in your profile. One good photo to include in your profile is a full-body photo, a picture that shows your beauty in its entirety and overall shows who you are. 

You don’t want people to assume what you look like and have a different impression of you, you want people to see you for who you are and like you as a whole. 

Also, another picture you might want to include is one of something you’ve experienced. It may be a picture of you on vacation or even something you’ve done like going skydiving or ice skating. This will make your profile pics seem more engaging; it may be something that draws people into your profile. 

Another key thing to keep in mind when choosing the right photos is to make sure they are as recent as possible and close to what you look like now. I recommend keeping the photos one or two years old at the most; anything else might be catfishing. 

After you’ve finished choosing the best pictures to represent you, the next step is of course your bio. When creating your bio you want to make sure it’s something that catches attention, draws people in, and tells them what you’re looking for. 

A lot of people try to use movie quotes or have some cheesy pickup line in their bio, but it looks corny and turns people away. A lot of people have the same idea as you, and most people use the same cheesy pickup lines. It’s better to have a more interesting bio. 

Some ways to create an interesting bio are by asking a question or including something that allows people to have a conversation with you. Having a bio that lists some of the things you like to do is something that will help your bio stand out.

A lot of people on dating apps aren’t giving much thought when they swipe left or right; they judge your profile based on the few seconds they spend looking at your pictures and reading your bio, that’s why these steps are important. 

Getting a good match will take time, and it’s not because your photos suck or your bio sucks. It just takes a little time to get noticed by the right person, so you have to be patient. 

When you match with someone and you want to take that initiative, you want to stand out from others and have an interesting starter. Try to start a conversation with something that is engaging, questions always lead to good responses.

After you have done all this, you should be successful in your online dating adventure. You’ll find a lot of people and you might even find the person meant for you. Have fun, be safe, and make sure to enjoy your experience.