Online Dating Tips for Grannies

Life expectancy is much longer than it once was and many people are active well into their 60s and 70s. The number of grannies looking for companionship after divorce or bereavement is growing. However, granny dating does not have to be daunting, even if you have just come out of a long term relationship.

The options available to you for meeting new people have changed and granny dating online is now commonplace. If you are looking for a date then granny dating sites can help you. However, before signing up it’s worth taking into consideration some online dating tips for grannies.

Grannies can tend to be less computer literate than others, so getting the basics in place is the first step. A valid email account is the first pre-requisite for joining a dating site. You will also need to be able to upload photographs and publish information about yourself onto the site. If you haven't used the internet much in the past, it's worth spending some time to familiarise yourself with how it works first. There are many courses available, but two good places to start might be your local college or library.

When you start one of the hardest things to do is change your mindset. If you are a granny the chances are you have settled into a routine lifestyle and have become set in your ways. This is not a bad thing, though it is often difficult to make changes, so to start online dating you need to keep an open mind. Think of dating as a fresh start and an opportunity to meet new and interesting people with differing points of view.

You will need to create a profile to post on the site and it’s essential to think carefully about this. It’s surprising how people can create the wrong impression of themselves without realising it. Your profile should sell your best characteristics and features and above all be honest about yourself. Don’t give away too much about yourself, just enough to encourage people to get in touch with you. Write out a draft of what you are going to publish on the site beforehand and then read it over to ensure it makes sense.

Next, you need to create at least three profile photos. It is worth spending a bit of time on these so they show you looking your best. One of the pictures should be a head and shoulders shot in which your face is completely visible and don’t forget to smile. It’s a good idea to use other photographs that show you while relaxed and enjoying yourself. This could for example be shots taken while on holiday.

Always remember that meeting people online is the same as meeting someone through any other medium. You may think you've had a successful date, but the person you dated may not agree. Don’t be discouraged and always remain polite and courteous. Take things slowly, don’t have too many expectations and finally, don’t forget to have some fun.


Bob Salmon is the author of this article on Granny date. Find more information about Granny dating here.