Do you follow dating etiquette?

Online dating users who have had little success on the platform might find it is a good idea to reassess their approach.

While the internet is a good place to be informal and chatty, it is important not to come across as arrogant or rude.

A recent piece in the Independent explains this is particularly true when it comes to language used and states: "Dating etiquette still applies online."

Those who start up a conversation with a potential partner by writing "wanna chat", for example, are unlikely to impress, as this is a poor attempt at making a good first impression, the news source warns.

Instead, it is a good idea to take some time to read the individual's profile and make a list of the points they have in common before carefully coming up with a solid introduction.

Single soldiers and others might be inspired by Michelle Maslin's story, as she recently told the Irish Examiner she found her perfect partner on the web and went on to marry him.

Posted by Trevor Smith