Your profile photo is usually the first thing people will see on your profile, so it's important to get this right.

80% of members are unlikely to contact somebody without a profile picture.
40% wouldn't contact somebody who didn't have a GOOD photo.

Photos to use:

  • Ones where you look relaxed and approachable
  • Ones where you are smiling and looking happy
  • Photos on holiday or doing activities can work well
  • Photos which show the real you

Photos to avoid:

  • Photos which show people with children
  • Photos with other people in them
  • Passport photos
  • Out-of-date photos
  • Mirror selfies
  • Blurry pictures, or pictures which don't show your face.

 

Try and make sure you're at the centre of your photo for the best results when you upload it. Make sure to check how your photo looks when viewing your profile, and use our framing tool to update it if you're not at the centre of your image.