With the number of online dating sites now available, it really has become a ‘consumer’s choice’ market. All the power now is with you. Or is it? At last count there are just over 91 million people across the world using online dating apps and services. There are now over a thousand different online dating sites and that figure is set to rise even further in 2016. In theory it should be easier than ever before to find someone to date, hook up with or pursue a serious relationship with. The reality sadly (and we are genuinely sad to admit this!) is quite different.
The Top Problems & How to Avoid Them
• Fake or misleading profiles
It’s an undeniable fact that some users – especially on the free sites – either extend the truth or just post fake profiles online. The reasons for this are myriad with anything from raising their self esteem to just messing around for a laugh. This is immensely frustrating for the people who are genuinely looking. Sites like F-Buddy have a lot of security measures in place to stop the proliferation of fake profiles, but that doesn’t mean you won’t encounter the odd one or two.
How to avoid
Be honest about what you’re here for. If someone is just interested in chatting but nothing else, end the conversation and move on. You’re not here to waste time. If you suspect a profile might be fake report it to a member of the F-Buddy team right away.
• Finding a match
There are hundreds of thousands of profiles to go through! How on earth do you find the right one for you? It’s another fact that most daters are put off by the immense effort it takes to find even just one profile that suits their tastes.
How to avoid
Set your preference and search filters straight away when you set up your profile. This will eliminate a lot of waste from the start. Also make sure you fill out all sections of your profile as completely and honestly as you can. Specify exactly what it is you’re looking for. Again this will help the system match you with the right kind of people. It means spending a little more time on your profile but it will save you so much time when looking.
• Depressed Searching
A now common complaint from daters is that they can never seem to find the right match for them. This affects their mood when looking and ends with them having a very negative outlook. This negative outlook is carried through to any searching that is done. It’s like shooting yourself in the foot.
How to avoid
Take a break. It’s that simple. If you’re not in the right mindset for finding a date or someone to hook up with, you’re not going to be successful in your searching. Take a break and focus on other aspects of your life. When you’re feeling better about yourself come back and give it another go.
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