I never was into putting up my pics on dating sites for different reasons, but I was wondering is a pic really that important, even after I have stated if you need a pic just ask and you shall receive.

yea i think having at least one pic is a good idea. i dont think telling people you will send a pic if they ask is good because people just wanna see a pic and skim the profile

Ahh thanks chap maybe thats why after having a profile on here since 08. I've gotten zero nudges lol.

I suppose u have ur reasons. I figure if someone is really
interested in gettin to know me then we can share picz later.
However I sometimes feel like I'm being a little unfair when
I see their profile n they have really great picz lol. Hmmmm..
....maybe I should post some more picz.....nahhhhhh lol :D

There is a checkbox right on your SEARH page
with the other criteria.
"Show me matches with photos only"

I think most people select it.
So no picture doesn't get you out the gate.
Some use goofy photos, and combined with a
cool username, can catch a few stragglers.
Then your profile, if well thought out can
snag some more.

Long way around.
A picture is quicker.

plus with a picture you get to show off your sexyness

All I know is. If there is no attraction. I don't care how much of a smoth talker anyone might be. If you met with no pic and then you actually show yourself. And the other is not attreacted to you. All bets are off.

I agree with you shadow, I don't think I'm monsterific ugly, I think its other reasons I haven't posted a pic on a dating site. I've just been real hesitant on doing so, maybe I'll have better luck if I do though.

I know there's many who will disagree with me, but I really think it's pointless to be on a dating site and expect anything to happen if you don't have a pic of yourself on your profile. As shallow as it might sound, the picture is what grabs the attention. If I like what I see, then I'll read the profile.

Everyone has their preferance and there is nothing wrong in that. Do what makes you feel comfortable.

me too maybe im shallow

It is a proven fact, that profiles with pics, get ten times the views than those without. I will also say, that, incomplete profiles do not draw any interest, and folks will skip over those.

I know this, as a seasoned moderator, and now an administrator.

Let me put it this way. The site gives you tools, so you can market yourself. Those tools are only as good as the user. Simply having a profile, will not do the work for you.

This is the best advice i can offer, and if you follow this, and you're really serious about finding that special someone, the below tips will help.

First, you should have at least one clear photo of yourself, more is better.

Second, Your profile should define your interests, hobbies, etc. People like to know what you like, it helps them in determining compatibility.

Third, You really need to say what you're looking for in a person.

Fourth, Be sure and fill out the profile completely. Profiles with "no answer" usually do not produce much interest.

That's solid advice, and if you try it, i'm sure your chances will be much higher.

Best of luck!

A good profile pic is extremely important, bad pic , no pic profiles often get passed by, people need a reason to want to read your profile.

I totally agree,,, remember the saying " A picture is worth a thousand words" IMO that is very true...how does someone get interested with what you type if they cant see what you look like?
Your smile,eyes,your cheeks,your ears,,,might say it all. Body lanuage is another item I look at.

Like zomg.. I can't believe I put a pic up on here lol.

I think a personal pic makes you more reliable.

It's not really that important to me

I talk with alot of folks who have no pic

for some reason I dint need to see em!

Some people demand it though!

I went a long time with no pic!

just depends what u r looking for

Any nudges since you posted a pic? If so, it's working!