Online dating can be a fun and efficient route to romance — but first you have to go through the hassle of creating a profile that screams, "I'm chill and fun and not full of myself but also not insecure!"
Luckily, we've got some simple tips to help guide you.
Using data from user profiles on OkCupid and Match.com, Wired took an extensive look at how to create "the perfect online dating profile."
There's a lot of info, and you can check it out here.
We went through it all and came up with seven easy ways to make your profile stand out.
Make sure you're using profile pictures where you are looking directly at the camera. Over 80% of the "hottest ranked profiles" on OkCupid had pictures featuring strong eye contact.
Ditch the smirk. When it comes to profile pictures, only 2% of the top ranked profiles on OkCupid featured people hiding their smiles. Instead, try smiling with your teeth.
Men who use the word "whom" (correctly) see over 25% more contact from women online, so be sure to watch your grammar.
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