Yours Dating FAQs

Here at Yours we know that it’s not always easy to find people you can connect with a little later in life.

That’s why we developed Yours Dating; an online experience tailored specifically for people looking to connect with like-minded individuals. So if you’ve been out of the dating scene for a while and have found yourself missing the companionship of someone special in your life then it may be time to give Yours Dating a try.

How do I get started?

Create a profile for free - all you need to sign up is,

• your name
• date of birth
• email address and
• a password of your choice

Then what happens?

Search thousands of members from across the UK. You can search by things that are important to you, like;

• interests
• location
• age

So it should be easy to find someone just right for you.

How do I upgrade my account?

Become a ‘full member’ so that you can start chatting with others on Yours Dating. You can choose to do this when you join Yours Dating or at a later stage.

What if I need help?

If you need any help Yours Dating has a dedicated UK based customer support service available every day - you can speak to someone on 0800 987 5555

Yours Dating Online Safety

One of the many benefits of dating online through a professional dating site such as Yours Dating is that you can build up trust before you decide to meet the person you’ve been chatting with, and you don’t have to disclose personal contact details until you’re ready.

Bear in mind that most free dating services don't offer the security of online moderation or a close to hand customer care team.

If you've never tried it before or if you are worried by any stories you may have heard, here are a few tips to get you dating online safely:

Chatting online

Trust Your Instincts

Our instincts are most of the time, spot-on. So if you’re chatting to someone online and a little voice is telling you ‘this doesn’t feel right,’ then don’t ignore it. Politely disengage from the conversation and move on.

Be Honest

When creating your profile be honest about who you are and what you’re looking for. So your favourite photo of yourself 10 years ago might not be the best choice to use as your profile pic... Not only are you then more likely to meet your perfect match, but when you do go for that first date, there will be no unwelcome surprises for either of you.

Stay in Control

The great thing about online dating is that you have complete control over how fast the relationship is moving and can take things at your own pace. So make sure that you totally trust who you’re talking to before you give them any personal contact information.

Avoid Talk of Finances

There is no reason why you should ever disclose financial information to someone you’re chatting to online. If someone asks you for your bank details or if they can borrow money, they may be a scammer so we'd strongly recommend that you stop all communications and report the person to our customer care teams. We can't stress this point enough.

When meeting in person

Meet in a Public Place

Even if you’ve been chatting for a while, it’s still a wise idea to meet in a public place – within view and hearing distance of other people. And don’t forget to let a trusted friend know where you’re going and who you’re meeting.

Transport

Don’t rely on your date for transport or give them your home address. Make sure that your phone has a full battery and you have minutes incase you need to call a taxi or friend.

Drink Responsibly

We understand a small tipple helps to calm first date nerves, but you also need to remember how alcohol can affect decision making. With this in mind we advise daters to stay in control and drink alcohol responsibility.

Now have fun meeting new people because your next date could be someone very special?

Try Yours Dating now – it’s free to join.

Yours Dating Hints and Tips

Tips for the perfect profile picture

“You’re 15 times more likely to receive a message or a ‘wink’ if you have uploaded a profile picture.”

Your photo should be a clear head and shoulders shot, with you looking relaxed and happy!

Our top tips to taking the perfect profile

• Be sure to smile! People are more likely to respond to someone who looks positive and approachable.
• Photos are a great way to show off your personality so in your gallery, include pictures of you doing things that you enjoy such as country walks, day trips to the seaside, time with the family, etc.
• Don’t leave people guessing who you are in a photo. It’s a good idea to have a selection of photos on your profile but be sure to include some of just yourself as well as with family and friends

Remember that the people on Yours Dating are looking for the same thing as you are. Don’t be shy, it’s all about meeting new and interesting people.

Try Yours Dating now – create your profile and browse members for free.