It is essential to use the right photo on your dating profile

So before you scurry off to drag out the holiday snaps STOP!

It must be the right photo.

Do not post pictures with your pets or kids on them

Treat yourself to a makeover and get photos taken wearing something nice. Make an effort. You make an effort when you're going somewhere important, so you should make an effort for this.

Essential tips for your online photo

Don't wear workwear.

Don't look too formal. You're not going to a funeral.

Smile.

Make sure your hair is neat and tidy!

Don't use a blurry picture - people will not be impressed. If you can't take a good picture then get someone else to.

Just head and shoulder shot will do!

Don't wear anything too loud.

Don't stand against a busy background - it'll be distracting although if you love the outdoors use a picture of you outside, if you love horses then perhaps use a photo of you with a horse! Be creative! Work in your favourite hobby if you can.