Online dating is a very popular thing to do. You should think carefully about how you message people online if you are trying to get a date with them. There are several different approches you can take when you are messaging people on an online dating site. But the main thing is to not be arrogant, be kind, and think carefully about what you say.
Key Takeaways:
- Firstly, when you send your first contact message, pay some attention to what the recipient has said in their profile description, thus illustrating that you have actually taken an interest in them and their profile personally. Don’t just send generic catch all messages. Sites such as Match allow users to respond by giving ‘winks’, although this type of communication may also be perceived as low effort or generic
- Secondly, don’t just make a statement in your message, ask a question. Asking a question allows someone to respond, which is more difficult with a statement. And use the recipient’s name. It’s just a bit friendlier.
- Both males and females tended to make contact with potential dates that were similar to themselves in terms of religion, race, political persuasion, educational level, relationship status and whether they have children or not.
“Firstly, when you send your first contact message, pay some attention to what the recipient has said in their profile description, thus illustrating that you have actually taken an interest in them and their profile personally. Don’t just send generic catch all messages. Sites such as Match allow users to respond by giving ‘winks’, although this type of communication may also be perceived as low effort or generic.”