On-line dating tips

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As if the world of dating wasn’t enough of a minefield a new dimension has been added thanks to the internet.

Follow our guide to online dating and you might have a fighting chance of finding Mr or Ms Right through your computer.

• Don’t lie! Even if you do meet the man or woman of your dreams they might not be very forgiving on finding out you’re not a brain surgeon with a passion for football and/or shopping.
  
  
• Be careful with photos - don’t fool people with a picture of Kylie or George Clooney, make sure you are fully clothed (just imagine what kind of emails you’ll get) and use a natural photo, nothing posed or too formal.
  
  
• Avoid the guys who have bare chests in their photos or the ladies wearing only their knickers, or those who have named themselves Hotlovin22 or Megababe.I don’t need to tell you why do I?
  
  
• Don’t feel obliged to reply to everyone who contacts you especially if they keep emailing.
  
  
• Never give out personal details ’til you’re positive you’ve found someone trustworthy. You don’t want Hotlovin22 on your doorstep do you? · I know you’ve heard it a million times but tell someone where you’re going if you meet up with an online love interest and get a mate to give you a call every now and then - you’ll have a get out and you’ll look popular.
  
  
• You can tell a married man/woman a mile off - their photo will be obscured, they’ll be reluctant to give out a real name and will take your number but won’t divulge their own. · Don’t send emails to your Online Date when you are drunk, this will only end in embarrassment for both of you.
  
  
• Use a reputable agency, like us!