Having good pictures in your profile is crucial if you are to be successful in the world of online dating. Follow the guidelines below and your profile will stand out from the pack!

No Web Cam or Cell Phone Pics!

It is best to avoid using any pictures that were taken from web cams or cell phones. They don't take very good pictures. Use pictures from either a regular film or a good digital camera.

Don't Be Shy!

Some people think that submitting one picture is enough. It's not. A person can look totally different depending on lighting and other things. Remember the person looking at your picture has only that and your profile to decide if they want to talk to you (which usually costs money). If you only give them one picture to look at they might hesitate, causing you both to possibly miss out. Submit at least 5 pictures of yourself in various settings.

Give Us the Total Package!

Make sure at least a few of your pictures are close up's of your face and a few show your whole body. Have pictures with different angles, clothing, expressions, lighting, etc. It's like if you were shopping online for something. You'd want to see pictures of every angle to make sure you like it right? Same thing with online dating.

Don't Forget To Smile!

People always look better when they're smiling! Have a picture or 2 of you smiling or laughing with your friends. Aside from looking nice it also shows you are a fun-loving person.

Keep It Real!

Pictures that look too professional can sometimes look a bit suspicious. Believe it or not, some people actually submit fake pictures (I know, what a shocker). If your picture is real but it looks a little too good, some people might think it's fake. So try to avoid using your glamour shot. Submit regular pictures of yourself in normal situations. Maybe you on a trip, in a group of friends, doing some activity, or just hanging out. Anything that can help show who you are and what you're all about.

Tell Us More!

Some dating sites allow you to add a description with your picture. Take advantage of this opportunity. A good description really helps complete the setting and draws the viewer in. You're really telling a story here, capture their imagination!

Remember, the first thing people look at is your picture. If you follow these guidelines your profile will look a lot more appealing to potential dates. Good luck!