What are the main mistakes you can make on online dating sites?

As with any online community, there are certain rules you should follow – and, as a consequence, various mistakes that will show you up as a novice.

When  you sign up to an online dating site, one of the most important things you can do is make sure you do not commit any of these errors as they could ruin your chances with a prospective date immediately.

One of the worst tactics to deploy is to treat your online dating profile as though it is your autobiography, when really all you should be doing is revealing a little that will make people want to know more.

Another bad idea is to be persistent and overly keen, as nobody wants to be harassed with dozens of messages.

Finally, always avoid talking about old relationships, either on your profile or in conversations with other daters, as this is sure to be a turn-off.