Men are considered to be the stronger sex but the reverse seems the case when it comes to dating. Over the past few decades, there has been a boom in the number of online dating platforms including the likes of Amolatina, Tinder, Adult Friend Finder – to mention a few.

Each of the online dating platforms offers a unique kind of experience to the members because they are mostly themed. However, the overwhelming number of digital dating platforms makes the decision-making process a daunting one, Also, there is the incessant worry on the part of guys (particularly the newbies) on how to hit their first date or stand out.

Different dating experts have aired their opinion for guys hoping to find love online. We have sieved through the large archive to bring you 5 of the most relevant online dating tips for guys.

1. Clearly Define What You Are Looking For

The search for a date becomes tougher if you sample ladies randomly. Before going into online dating, you should have a picture of your ideal partner in your head. You should define the ideal lady using a set of qualities which can easily be read off their online dating biographies. You should also define the kind of relationship you want.

Huffington Post caught up with couples therapist and award-winning relationship expert, Ryan Jakovljevic and he said, “Before diving into the online dating sea, you should be aware of what type of relationship you’re after. Whether it’s a no-strings-attached rendezvous, casual dating or a serious relationship, pick one and create your profile with that in mind”.

2. Take ‘No’ As An Answer

No guy would want to hear ‘NO’ from a lady whom he is strongly attracted to. For a match to be a success, both parties have to feel the same about each other. Despondently, many guys think their feelings should supersede that of the lady. ‘No’ can come in different ways and one of them is when the lady doesn’t respond to your chats.

Relationship expert, Jordan Zammit in a guest post said, “If a girl says “No” when you ask them on a date, take it in stride, and then move on. Sadly, this isn’t what men do. You can find an endless supply of screenshots online from women who were having a normal conversation with a guy, and when she says she’s not interested, he suddenly drops about every dirty word you can call a woman in the next message.”

3. Be Quick To Reply To Your Messages

This does not mean that you should glue your eyes to the screen and reply to her messages the very moment they pop up – unless you are probably jobless. But, you also do not want to stay for two weeks before replying to her messages. In the world of online dating, once there is a communication gap, the interest begins to wane.

In an Elite post to Men’s Fitness, Erin Stevens has this to say, “If you’re into her, ask her out! What are you waiting for? And if you’re not, why are you still talking to her? A general rule: once you’ve sent four messages back and forth, someone should ask someone out – preferably the man.”

4. Don’t Be Too Quick To Break Into Offline Dating

A couple of guys want to have a conversation with a girl on a dating website today and see her the next day. While it is good to transcend to offline dating at some point, it should happen organically.

Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Wyatt Fisher says, “For women, online dating involves a certain level of risk and anxiety so spending time getting to know her online and through phone and video chats before suggesting meeting in person to ensure she feels comfortable.”

5. Make The Conversation Fun

Ladies hardly forget a guy that leaves a smile on their face. Also, it is likely that you are not the only one she is messaging. Keeping the conversation fun and flirty tends will, in no time, make you her priority.

Dating Coach at The Popular Man, David Bennett says, “Since guys tend to be very analytical, it’s easy for them to turn conversations into a fact-sharing session. Women find conversations like this boring. It’s fine to share facts, but make sure to add in humor, intrigue, and flirtatious overtones. This will make her excitedly hang on your every word.”