Now you will wonder, why and how come a picture is so important when you have excellent profile? Well it is, as you will later find out below. And especially for this reason, MeetNigerians have gone the extra step of providing some sort of security on the photos posted on our website for those who are worried about everyone viewing their pictures; you can change your settings by going to My Profile > Edit Settings. Such changes will give you control of who can view your photos; you can choose to limit viewing to your friends only, paying members only or both or to all.
But here's why we think uploading photos to your profile is really important:

• It is human nature that s/he would be curious to see the person whom they are corresponding. Although we would be contended with the communication without a picture but in some corner of the heart and mind, we do want to see that person.
  
  
• There is an old saying "A picture is worth a thousand words". It is simply impossible for you to describe yourself physically in a way that will accurately reflect how each particular person will perceive you in person. Words are too limiting and every person interprets them differently.
  
  
• Although words means a lot, but pictures can be a real help in accessing a person and his/her personality. You will usually have their image in mind while communicating with them which in turn will make it easier for you to reply and to continue the exchanges.
  
  
• Regardless, of what one might say, physical attraction plays a big role in a dating relationships and having a picture speeds up the selection process. You develop a quick connection with a member as opposed to just the name.
  
  
• While a picture can not guarantee 'chemistry,' but it will definitely help rule out the members that you know you wouldn't be interested in. That is why it is suggested to have a decent picture so that there is no fear of being rejected.
  
  
• If you are self conscious about yourself due to one or the other reason, there could possibly be 3 reasons not to feel that way: first, others may not feel about you the way you feel about yourself; second, if everything works out, you will be seeing the person one or the other day so it will be better that they should know you from the very beginning. Third, some people also believe that if somebody is reticent to post a photo it may indicate that they have something to hide.
  
  
• Psychologists have observed that people generally wind up with someone who is about equal to them on a social and appearance level. Posting more than one photo may also be a good idea. It gives a better idea about you and your personality.
  
  
• It is crucial therefore that you use a realistic and recent photo of yourself that is an accurate and in focus portrayal of who you are. One can easily distinguish between your real picture and that of a model. Putting somebody else's picture may make you lose good responses, which you otherwise would have got immediately. A nice natural photo of a real you can attract anybody but a fake and glamorous studio shot won't.
  
  
• If you are seriously interested in getting serious replies, your picture should be a nice and decent one and not a sexy or too fancy. A decent picture with a distinct background and bright smile could attract most replies.
  
  
• The other importance of your picture is your 'Smile'. Smiling is critical to the photo you use in your personal ad and you should always try to present a happy face. Remember, while dating online you are promoting yourself so take some care and time to get your image right. A picture with a nice smile can attract anybody and people would in fact be happy to see and excited to contact a happy person.
  
  
• It would be a good idea to post more than one picture. Begin by posting a couple of your favorite photos (make sure its not more than a year old) and see what kind of response you get. If you don't get the reaction you like, change your photo profile in your profile until things change.
  
  

Final Word: Posting fake pictures or very old pictures that look incredibly great is not just downright misleading, but could cause problems later on when you decide to meet your date as your date could feel disappointed as you do not look like the person they have seen on the your profile.

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