So you've decided to take the plunge into the mature online dating scene and want to sign up for one of the dating websites. Now that you have made the determination to start living your life again and having some fun, you need to know how to fill out your online profile to get the best results.

It's very important that your profile showcase you in a positive way. Here are some tips to maximizing your profile so that you can find the date of your dreams.

1. Always choose an appropriate user name. Remember when creating your user name that it sends out a first impression of who you are. You really could be sending out the wrong signals with a name like sexcrazed43 or badkittygirl and hurt your chances of finding the right person.

2. Make sure your personal profile message is a positive one. This is your chance to shine, so give your potential mates a window into what you are like. You don't have to write a novel, but don't leave it blank or just say something like "I don't know what to say". What this really says about you is that you don't care enough to bother writing a proper message. Oh, and be honest!

3. In your mature online dating profile, it is important to include what you would like in a potential mate. If you leave this part out, you are indicating that you will basically take anyone, and that makes you look desperate. Desperate people are not very attractive.

4. Always, always include a photo. Studies show that 95% of people on dating sites only search for people that have uploaded a photo. You will probably get passed by for someone who has a photo. It's just natural instinct to want to know what people look like.

5. Update your profile often. Try out different headlines, add in more of your hobbies and interests. As you go along, you will get feedback and may think of more things to add. Have a friend read it objectively and suggest changes if it appears too negative. Remember, this is your mature online dating advertisement.