Online dating is being used more than ever before?  If we go back over the past few years, people did not want to put their profile online because they were afraid that if they met someone through a website they were meeting someone who was desperate. 

There are many reasons why online dating appeals to so many people:-

*They can do it from their home.  A single, and maybe lonely, person living on their own would welcome this because they can date safely, without having to leave their home.  He or she may have lots of married and not many single friends.  Going out to nightclubs may not be an option.  This way they can strike up a relationship in complete safety.

*They can do it from their office.  Many professionals just do not have the time to go out to find Mr or Mrs Right but do have the time to work online.

*They can contact and engage as many people as time will allow in their online chat.  If you are shy or maybe embarrassed about your looks this may appeal to you, you can talk online to as many people as you want.  Perhaps you get tongue-tied or perhaps you do not feel comfortable striking up a conversation.  Online, you can think about what you are going to say before you type your reply out.