The photo you choose to put on your online dating profile is very important. It will be the first thing a lot of people look at, so it is vital that you give off a good first impression.
Below are our top tips for choosing the right online dating profile photo.
- Make sure the photo(s) you choose to upload is of good quality
- Use an up-to-date image
- Use a photo of you on your own so people know who the profile is for
- Have a friendly expression on your face
- Make sure you are looking into the camera
- Use a head shot image
- Try to have a neutral background. A fussy background can take the attention away from you
- Use a photo that is different or unusual so it will stand out, but make sure it shows your face clearly
- Don’t use a passport photo as this could look too formal
- Don’t use a photo of you out partying as it could create the wrong impression
- Use a photo that looks like you and not a makeover photo where you are unrecognisable
- Don’t use a photo where your face is covered up, for example: wearing sunglasses
- Don’t use images of you with no clothes on
- Don’t include any personal information on your photo, for example, your email address
- Don’t use any sexual images, it can be offensive and will be removed from the site
- Don’t make your pet the centre of attention
- Don’t use any photos with children in them
- Don’t use photos of your favourite cartoon or celebrity