7 Steps To Fix Your POF Profile.
Are you struggling on Plentyoffish? You can easily fix your POF profile and get better results following the tips in this post.
Don't overlook the importance of your profile. A great profile increases your likes, response rates, and women will send you messages like the one below.
Women will complement a great dating profile.
This post shows you how to fix your profile on POF, section by section. I recommend reading each to ensure you're profile is up to par.
1. Usernames are important on Plentyoffish.
The first thing women see on POF is your username. The app also emails women and shares your, you guessed it, username.
First impressions are critical, so make yours count with a quality username. You must put effort into it. All too often, men use random numbers and letters as their usernames.
Get creative. Share a hobby or passion. Maybe rhyme your name with something. For example, if your name is Nate, write GreatNate. Anything is better than jumbled letters and numbers that are meaningless.
A great username won't flood your inbox with messages, but a terrible one can sway a woman's decision to connect with you - just food for thought.
For more tips for your POF username, visit my blog post, How To Create A Good Username On Dating Apps.
Get creative with your username - it matters.
2. A great headline is a must!
Savvy internet marketers know it's all about the headline. A great headline draws clicks and ultimately leads to more sales.
On POF, the headline is as critical to your success as it is with marketers. A great headline captures women's attention.
When women look at men's profiles, they see your username (as mentioned above) and your headline. Below is an example of a man's profile on POF.
Avoid using generic headlines in your profile.
As you see above, you need a headline that stands out. I recommend writing a funny or creative headline. Share something cool about yourself.
For example, I use "Cheetos are my kryptonite" as a headline on POF. Below is a message from a woman showing its effectiveness.
A great headline can grab a woman's attention.
Women will strike up a conversation because of a great headline. A poor headline does you no good.
Don't underestimate the importance of your headline on POF. For more tips for headlines, visit here, What Are Good Dating Profile Headline Tips.
3. Photo tips for your Plentyoffish profile.
Profiles with images get 10 times as many views as profiles without, according to POF. The more images you have, the greater your chance of meeting someone.
Ditch the selfies, half-naked bathrooms shots, and terrible group photos. Photos like these are a dime a dozen and don't help you a bit.
It's easy to put up a good portfolio. Here are photo tips to help fix your POF profile:
- Smile in your pictures - The first thing women look at in photos is your smile. A smile shows you're friendly, open, and fun.
- Maintain eye contact with the camera - Women want to see your eyes. Don't cover them with sunglasses, and for goodness sakes, don't look away from the camera.
- Include a full-body shot - Women want to see you head-to-toe. Not sharing a full-body picture looks like you're hiding something.
- Add a group photo - A picture alongside friends shows you're sociable and not a loner. Only one group photo is necessary.
- Share your interests - Add a couple of pictures of yourself doing something interesting - a hike, a concert, camping, playing a sport, etc.
Want more tips for your POF profile? Visit my blog post, What Are Good Dating Profile Photo Tips For Men.
4. Check the basics/lifestyle section on POF.
The section where you choose answers for lifestyle questions and physical traits is an overlooked section by men. Women pay attention to your answers here. Also, women can use the POF filter to include (or exclude) you based on your answers.
It takes minutes to update this section. Here are few tips for traits in this section of POF:
- Body type - Be honest. Athletic is a body type, not a lifestyle. Average is a safe bet.
- Drinking - Social drinking is acceptable. Sharing you drink often is not.
- Want kids? Answer this question honestly. You don't want to waste your time with women not on the same page.
- Have kids? Never hide the fact you have children. Yes, some guys do this.
- Pets - If you have a dog, share it. Female dog owners are more likely to connect with you.
- Income - Include your income in your profile. Don't worry; women won't see your income, but it's available in their search filter.
5. Put some effort into your written section.
POF says this about your bio, "Having a generic profile won't help you get noticed in the crowd." I couldn't say it any better. The goal of your profile is to showcase your personality and to stand out from all the other guys.
Your profile should share your interests and hobbies. Include things you enjoy doing on the weekend. Write about things you love.
The key is depth. Avoid just listing things, "I love hikes, the beach, sushi, and Netflix." Boring! The topics are fine; it's the depth that is lacking.
So, say you like the beach, write something like this, "I love spending time at the beach. It can be a quick run or a leisurely walk. Soaking up the sun, a nice breeze, the sweet sounds of waves are my therapy. Life is just better at the beach."
Keep your bio 100% positive. Please don't use it to lecture women and keep all negativity off. For example, writing how you're "not here for games or drama" doesn't help make a connection with women viewing your profile
Try to avoid talking about what you don't want. Dwelling on the type of characteristics you aren't looking for won't help attract the person you are. Negativity is a red flag.
The more that you share about who you are, the better your matches will be. Women on the same page are likely to contact you in greater numbers.
A great profile prompts women to message you first.
6. Add a few favorites in the interests section.
POF allows you to add interests to your profile in the appropriately named interests section. Interests are a great way to connect with women beyond your written section.
The more interests you use, the more likely women will see something in common. I recommend not simply listing an interest but spice it up. For example, don't write "board games." Instead, write, "Dominating at board games."
Maybe you enjoy hiking and cocktails. You can write "hikes followed by margaritas." Do you like takeout? Write, "Ordering takeout, great wine, and fun company."
Use the interest section to showcase things you enjoy.
For more tips for the interest section of your profile visit my post, What Are Good Examples Of Plentyoffish Interests For Guys?
7. Don't ignore the conversation starters section.
The conversation starters section is an extension of your profile. Your focus for this section is writing something that prompts women to send you a message first.
You have options for what to write in this section. Challenge women, have fun, ask for help finding something, or anything else you think that can make women reach out.
You can keep it short with something like, "I'm still looking for the best sushi in town." A simple question can get tons of responses from women.
You can also paint a picture of what dating you will be like for women. Here's an example, "If you're ready for someone who is fun; board game nights with friends, random Groupon adventures, live music, wine tasting, cooking classes, exploring what this city has to offer, and helping me find the best sushi in town, then I'm your man."
Final Thoughts
If you do not see good results, it's a good idea to fix your POF profile. The effort you put into your profile shows women how serious you are about meeting someone.
Take your time examining (and fixing) your profile on POF. Go through each section of your profile while reading this post. It will help identify the mistakes you're making.
Need help starting conversations on POF? Visit my blog post, How To Start Conversations With Women On POF.
It won’t let me past the interests page