• Don't take the profiles too literally.
  > People on dating sites will find any way possible to spice up their profile to seem more likable, attractive, intellectual, etc., so beware of too good to be true profiles because there is a large chance that it is just that.

• If you start to see someone seriously, keep an eye on the match sites to make sure that his/her profile does not remain active.
  >Most people that meet someone that they truly like will not continue to look around for fresh daters.

• Read between the lines.
  >Many users add a lot of fluff to their profiles, so look for the real meaning within a statement.

• Do not be afraid to ask questions! It is your right as an online dater to ask these people about themselves. Since you are not meeting in person words are most important, so do not be too shy with the information.

• Guard your identity. Anything that you
  
  would not give out to someone that you just met in a bar do not give out online.

• BE TRUTHFUL! Many people are in a vulnerable state when they join Match.com, so be respectful and do not do anything that you would not want done to you.

• Stick to the one hour rule.
  > Only search for singles online for an hour a day.

• Know your target audience.
  >Make you profile according to the group of people you want to attract.
  
  
• Broaden your horizons! Online dating is supposed to be fun, so don't stick to your only dark haired, blue eyed standard.
  
  
• Choose your photo carefully and be sure that it portrays who you are NOW, not 10 years ago.
  
  
  
• If you do decide to meet in person, remember to use safety tips and common sense.
  >This mean try to talk more, and drink less. A common mistake of first-time meetings is too much alcohol because of nerves, which leads to bad situations.

HAPPY DATING!