Be yourself and keep an open mind during online dating

Britons who choose to use online dating sites have been given a host of tips on how to make the most of the platform, including realising the importance of being honest.

Care2.com has published its top hints on how to find love on the internet and it suggested being yourself is the key, as this is the only way people can work out whether they truly like each other.

Another vital factor is keeping an open mind. Do not write somebody off on the basis of one piece of information that may prove to be misleading, or if you do not like their suggestion for a first date.

It is also important to be interesting, so this means writing a fascinating profile is the key to success, while conversation will be easier to come by.

The final tips are to keep things light-hearted at all times and to listen carefully to everything a date says, as this shows you are interested.