Take the first step to connect tell members about who you are and who you're looking for.
This user-friendly feature is simple, yet effective, giving away just enough information
to perfectly pair you, without getting too personal. We'll match you on preferences and
personality; we'll leave you to date and dig deeper when you are ready. So what are you
waiting for? Post your profile, and in less than five minutes, you're on your way to new adventures with spiritual singles!
Post a picture
No excuses necessary. We know it's not the easiest thing to put your photo out there, however,
at FaithMate, it's not all about a flawless face. While it's important that people see you to connect,
our members are interested in meeting faithful friends who share similar beliefs and values.
Search for similarities
Search and see for yourself why the FaithMate community is growing so rapidly. Search based on
simple stats like age and gender for a wide range of potential matches, or choose advanced options
for a select group of highly compatible singles.
Add to your MaybeMates
With so many interesting members, it can be hard to keep them all straight. When you see someone you
want to remember, just use the Add to MaybeMates button. Then, at any time, simply click on the MaybeMates
tab to view and manage your list. To make things even simpler, on the left margin of your homepage, view a
real-time counter of whom you've MaybeMated, who's MaybeMated you, and other current stats on how you're
communicating with other members. And remember, you can remove someone from your MaybeMates at any time with a single click.
Maximize My Matches
Take advantage of FaithMate's customized matchmaking feature. Like a well-meaning friend, we pair you with
people who correspond to what you want in a mate. Simply click on the My Matches tab at the top of your homepage
to view up-to-the-minutes matches, selected specifically for you.
Instant message
A great way to say a quick hello and leave the door open for continued contact. First, make sure that your profile
preferences are set to show others when you are online (you can control your preferences by clicking on the Member
Services link). Then just click on Instant Messaging, and you're instantly connected. Receive an intriguing IM? Answer
instantaneously, send a Smile, or take it a step further and flirt by e-mail.
Explore E-mail
When you join FaithMate, you automatically gain access to a private e-mail account, which you can use to communicate
with other members. To send an e-mail, simply open a member's profile and click Send E-mail. To view received e-mails
or detailed conversation histories, visit the upper-left corner of your homepage and enter your inbox. FaithMate's private
e-mail system allows you to let relationships progress at a pace that is suitable for you. Start by using your FaithMate account,
and only give out your personal e-mail address when you are ready. At FaithMate, you are in charge of how quickly or slowly your
relationship progresses . . . and when you take it from meeting over the Net to meeting over lunch!
Send a Smile
Flirt the FaithMate way! Sending a Smile is the perfect way to casually connect and investigate interest.
Check your real-time counter
Count your contacts to make sure you're putting yourself out there to find love. Keep an eye on the left margin
of your personal homepage to see updated tallies of the number of members you've e-mailed, smiled at, MaybeMated,
viewed, or blocked. Meanwhile, check similar tallies to see how many members have initiated contact with you:
Click on the corresponding link under the Members Who Have section and check out who's . . . checking you out.
Find your way around our Forum
A valuable resource for getting to know other Fait Mate members and getting to know what other spiritual singles
think about the issues that are impacting you, both as a single man or woman and as a member of the Christian community.
Post your own opinions and experiences or simply peruse this growing collection of member comments and professional articles.
Topics include dating tips, understanding the opposite sex, common first date blunders, how to keep your faith while finding
a mate, setting and maintaining boundaries for physicality, and what it really takes to make a marriage work.
Post a Personal Page
Like MySpace for the Christian community! FaithMate is proud to announce its Personal Pages feature: This advanced feature
allows you to post up to 250 different pages, giving members an even better understanding of what you like, love, or even loathe. Use your
Personal Pages to post pictures of friends and family or devote entire pages to a special vacation, favorite music or movies, community
organization, or you doing whatever makes you unique. (To manage, simply click the My Profile tab on your homepage, then choose the
orange Manage Personal Pages button.)
Make the most of your Daily Match Alert
Too busy to browse? Busy professionals are why we created the Daily Match Alert. As a FaithMate member, you have the option of receiving
daily alerts to your personal e-mail account letting you instantly check out profiles of recent matches . . . new members who may be just
what you're looking for. By visiting the Member Services link at the top of your homepage, then clicking on My Profile Preferences, you
can determine whether or not you'd like us to deliver potential dates (almost!) to your doorstep.
Block unwanted contact
Occasionally someone may not get the message that you are not interested. If this happens, and a polite I'm just not interested doesn't do
the trick, simply open that member's profile and click the Block User link. Effective immediately, you will no longer receive communication
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Q: There are so many singles on FaithMate! How can I get to know some of them better?
A: We know it can seem overwhelming to discover so many faithful singles in one place. That's why we provide you with a variety of options for connecting, communicating, getting to know our members on a more personal level or even cutting off unwanted contact if you decide someone is simply not for you. At FaithMate, it is just like meeting potential dates in person . . . only without the risk of getting tongue-tied or that stomach-sinking feeling of face-to-face rejection. So, go ahead and look around at our members profiles; when you see someone you would like to know better, pick your favorite (no risk!) method of saying hello.
Q: How do I change my username/password?
A: To change your username, you will need to click the "Private" tab in the "My Profile" section. Select the "Update Private Information" button and input the necessary information, then select the "Submit Private Information" button.
Q: Are members able to find out my personal e-mail address?
A: No. In order to preserve our members privacy, upon joining, each member receives access to a FaithMate e-mail account. When members e-mail you through our site, it is automatically sent to this account. It is your choice if and when you feel comfortable enough with another member to share your outside e-mail address.
Q: Does it matter what I choose as my username?
A: Yes! Not only does your username allow you to log into the site, it is your personal identification within the FaithMate community. We suggest using your first name or nickname, so people get to know you by the name you are comfortable using. (Note: if your name is already taken, try adding numbers to the end and re-entering.)
Q: Does it matter if I don't post a photo?
A: This is another important feature. While faithful singles are interested in more than just looks, people do want to actually see you. When meeting potential dates online, a photo is very helpful for members to feel a connection to you: In fact, members who do not post a photo tend to receive fewer contacts. Wondering what sort of photo to post? We have found that friendly- and approachable-looking photos work best. The important thing is to choose a photo that is a true representation of you; remember, if a relationship progresses, you will eventually meet in person, so it's best to be straightforward from the start.
Q: How can I edit or customize my profile?
A: Editing your profile is easy: Simply click on the orange Edit My Profile link in the upper right-hand corner of your homepage. This link will take you to your Profile page where you can make changes to your photo, as well as your basic, lifestyle, or personal information. Want to show others your creative side? You can change background and text colors, or even insert your own images, by simply clicking on the Membership Services link at the top of your homepage, then choosing Customize My Profile.
Q: How can I change my Ideal Match Preferences?
A: Feeling fickle? No problem; it's a woman's (and a man's!) prerogative to change his or her mind. Just click the My Matches tab on your homepage, then follow the orange Update Matching Options link in the upper right-hand corner. This will take you to the Ideal Match Preferences page where you can edit your basic or advanced criteria.
Q: Why do other members find out when I look at their profiles or add them to my MaybeMates?
A: We know that people are often shy about initiating contact or telling others, Hey, you caught my interest. This is why we step in and make the move for you! Whenever you view someone's profile or add that member to your MaybeMates, your profile will be added to their real-time counter under their Members Who Have list. Yes, you have the option to disable this feature, but we don't recommend it: Often simply seeing that you have viewed a member's profile will give them the courage to connect. In fact, we have heard from many compatible couples that they have been brought together in this very manner! return to the top
Q: What if I don't want other members to know that I viewed their profile?
A: You do have the ability to hide your profile so that others don't know when you have viewed theirs: Simply click the Member Services link at the top of your homepage, then choose the My Profile Preferences link in the Services section. However, as we explained above, the whole purpose of FaithMate is to bring together faithful singles. If you choose not to reveal your interest, you dramatically reduce your chances of connecting with a special someone.
Q: Do other members know when I am online?
A: Yes. Your preferences are automatically set to let others know when you are online, as this facilitates live interaction between members in the form of instant messaging (again increasing your chances of connecting!) However, you can change this setting by clicking the Member Services link at the top of your homepage, then choosing the My Profile Preferences link in the Services section.
Q: What kind of people are on FaithMate? How is FaithMate different from other dating sites?
A: The FaithMate community is made up of a large group of ethnically diverse singles. What makes us different than other dating or relationship sites is that our members share a dedication to living spiritually-centered lifestyles. When you meet and mingle within FaithMate, you can feel comfortable in knowing that you are meeting likeminded singles sharing similar beliefs and values . . . and, just like you, looking to find a faith-based love relationship!
Q: How can I maximize my chances of meeting someone on FaithMate?
A: Very easily! Just put yourself out there and connect in as many ways as possible. Utilize all of the above features for reaching out to other members . . . and don't set your preferences to hide your profile or the fact that you have viewed or added someone to your MaybeMates. Remember, all relationships begin with someone expressing interest.
Q: What happens if I start dating someone exclusively' can I put my membership on hold? Will other members still be able to view my profile?
A: Since the goal of FaithMate is to help singles find loving, committed relationships, we make it very simple to hide your profile, effectively making yourself unavailable to other members. When you decide you are ready to move to the next level with someone and stop dating other people, simply click on the Member Services link at the top of your homepage, choose My Profile Preferences, then select Hide under Show/Hide Your Profile in Searches. When members search for matches, your profile will no longer appear; if you choose to once again make yourself accessible, just return to your profile preferences and click Show.
Q: What happens when I meet The One? How can I cancel my membership and remove my profile completely?
A: We are thrilled when FaithMate succeeds in doing what it was intended to do: bring together two faithful singles to enjoy a committed, loving relationship. To remove your profile completely from our system, simply click the Member Services link at the top of your homepage, then choose Click here to delete your profile . . . and ride off into the sunset with your spiritual soul mate! To cancel your membership and discontinue billing, just click on the Cancel Membership link.
Q: Can I look around at profiles without paying for a
membership?
A: Of course. Feel free to browse our extended community and even post a profile. When you see someone you want to meet, just visit the Membership Services link at the top of your homepage to choose the membership option that's best for you. You can search as much as you like, but you must be a member in order to send or receive e-mail, use the instant messaging feature, or send a Smile.
Q: How do I pay for my subscription to make sure that I don't lose contact with other members?
A: Members are often concerned that they will forget to renew their membership and consequently lose contact with people they are getting to know on FaithMate. To protect against this, when you sign up for a membership of any length, your account will be set to automatically renew at the end of that time period for another period of the same duration. This makes renewal a seamless process and frees you up from senseless membership worries: All you have to worry about is whether or not you're putting yourself out there and meeting other members! Of course, you are free to cancel your membership at any time by simply clicking on the Cancel Membership link. return to the top
