Internet Dating Advice and Services

What to expect from dating websites and online dating

Internet dating is a fairly recent phenomenon and one that is either presented to you very professionally by worldwide dating agencies or by local hacks who are jumping on the dating bandwagon. In every industry there are the cheap and cheerful options, but where affairs of the heart are concerned, Internet dating is best selected carefully.

As single people increase in numbers as a percentage of society so two industries have sprung up around us, those who try and find out why so many people are single and those who try and bring single people together. Our sister site LoveBrowser.com has been very successful over the years in bringing people together and it is such professional agencies like this that can help bring fun, romance and success back into our dating lives.

Internet dating is best selected from the top few agencies. It is not a case of selecting those who spam you with hundreds of emails, or have banners plastered all over the Internet with photos of models posing as glossy couples. They may well look good but of course, Internet dating time is better spent with quality agencies who know the subject they are dealing with.

For women, the key thing is to go for an Internet dating site that is keen to promote safe dating for women. Very few do this and that is because they are after making money and don't spend too much time on thinking about what women want to feel when logged in providing personal details to strangers. Currently we are working on a scheme to provide a safe dating for women award which will allow you to spot the best dating sites on the web. Watch this space.

Romance online can be fun, quick and simple, but often ignored as a strange pastime by our condescending couple-ish friends. The fact is that it is generally very safe, secure and fun if you use a professional agency. After all , their business is to help people find love and romance.

Here are some key things you should always keep in mind when attempting to use the Internet for romance.

  • Use a professional introduction agency, one that has been established for at least 3 years
  • Use an Internet dating specialist firm, not some free extra which is an afterthought on many sites
  • Use a dating agency that allows free profile registration for all members
  • Use an online service that allows you to post more than one photo for free
  • Use an Internet dating services agency that has a secure ecommerce system backed by a major bank
  • Do not use completely free agencies as you often don't get top quality services because they are expensive to run
  • Do find an online agency that offers email and messaging that are onsite
  • Do provide your correct mailing address when registering to receive the best facilities
  • Don't use agencies that insist on sending emails to your own home email inbox from site members
  • The best Internet dating specialists offer you great customer service, look for online help
  • Use an agency that is appealing and relaxed and suits your style
  • Don't go for agencies that pay for glossy adverts to catch your eye, they are not always the best
  • Look for online agencies that provide detailed dating articles and advice
  • Make sure that the online agency includes their full address and phone number
  • International websites usually have the best variety of member profiles
  • Find an Internet dating agency that is willing to chat about any issues you may have
  • Use an agency that offers different methods of secure payment
  • Some of the best dating agencies allow payment in different currencies
  • It is essential that you can Browse & Find profiles for free
  • Make sure that the search facilities are fast and suit your style of searching
  • Use an Internet dating agency that has been around since at least 2000 as they will be properly established.