I say put all the options in there, but don't make it mandatory to complete each and every section. People can complete all the extras if they want.
How about a few more options on sexual orientation, like passive-bi for example.
A feature that we've come across that we've liked in our travels is the ability to have an expanded list of preferences/common interests, that you can merely click on to say yes to, i.e., BDSM, Voyeurism, Couples Only, FFM, Clubbing, Dining Out, etc.
This would make whatever search engine you incorporate into the new upgrade a little more efficient at making matches during a member search. Also, it would be nifty including the top ten closest matches to each profile on the homepage when members sign in, which would be results based upon preferences and proximity.
Another feature that's handy might be an enhanced blocking system, that would include the ability to block members with no pics, block members that are blocking you, blocking free members. That would certainly reduce the number of pic-collectors and posers that are here not to swing but to gawk.
Oh..another goodie would be adding the feature where you could be able to see exactly which profiles have been viewing yours...all on a single click: "Who's Been Viewing Me?"
Lastly, I've said it before and I know that you (Rob) said members didn't like it...but some kind of a wink/kiss feature. Trust me...it's fabulous as it's quick, simple, and a great way to show interest in a profile WITHOUT having to open your private pics up by adding them as a friend. Yes, I know we can just send an email expressing interest, but the wink/kiss feature is nice and conveneint way to let to even our closest friends know they're in our thoughts.
~J~
P.S., definately a "go" on the "what age range are we looking for" feature...
This would make whatever search engine you incorporate into the new upgrade a little more efficient at making matches during a member search. Also, it would be nifty including the top ten closest matches to each profile on the homepage when members sign in, which would be results based upon preferences and proximity.
Another feature that's handy might be an enhanced blocking system, that would include the ability to block members with no pics, block members that are blocking you, blocking free members. That would certainly reduce the number of pic-collectors and posers that are here not to swing but to gawk.
Oh..another goodie would be adding the feature where you could be able to see exactly which profiles have been viewing yours...all on a single click: "Who's Been Viewing Me?"
Lastly, I've said it before and I know that you (Rob) said members didn't like it...but some kind of a wink/kiss feature. Trust me...it's fabulous as it's quick, simple, and a great way to show interest in a profile WITHOUT having to open your private pics up by adding them as a friend. Yes, I know we can just send an email expressing interest, but the wink/kiss feature is nice and conveneint way to let to even our closest friends know they're in our thoughts.
~J~
P.S., definately a "go" on the "what age range are we looking for" feature...
I tried to read your profile, decided to stop because theres no contrast in color between your letter coloring and your background. Makes it hard to read.... If you fix this let us know, would love to read it.... And others...
Would like to see likes and dislikes...
Would like to see likes and dislikes...
Agree with Thought on this one.
More search preferences and in-depth categories. Detail is good! The ability to fine-tune your search would be great!
Comfort Level:
*voyeur/exhibition
*soft swing
*same room
*different room
*play separate
*anything goes!
Kink:
*BDSM
*Light Bondage
*Spanking
*D/s - M/s
etc...many other sites offer this type of detail.
More search preferences and in-depth categories. Detail is good! The ability to fine-tune your search would be great!
Comfort Level:
*voyeur/exhibition
*soft swing
*same room
*different room
*play separate
*anything goes!
Kink:
*BDSM
*Light Bondage
*Spanking
*D/s - M/s
etc...many other sites offer this type of detail.
It would also be nice to break down each persons of the couples comforts: I.E I do not play alone and never will, but Hubby can play alone and I have no problem with him doing so!
It would also be alot nicer if there was other ways to get a Seal from you or VIP stamp.
It would also be alot nicer if there was other ways to get a Seal from you or VIP stamp.
First I would like to say that I prefer Swingular page design when looking at a profile. It is brief and not too busy. One thing that I don't like is how people perceive the information boxes. Some ARE almost two hours to read! Then get to the end and find out one little detail that excludes me, UGH!!
Ok, enough rant. I would like to suggest that in the "ABOUT US" box, people state generally that is to say briefly and concicely what they like to do, how and when. Keep it simple so you don't lose reader interest.
In the "WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR" box, list things you would prefer about others, availability and extent of travel and possibly what you will not do.
For the last box "ADDITIONAL INFO/COMMENTS", perhaps a bullet type of list for special activities or kinky interests.
Now that's my take on it. I know everyone has their own way of expressing themselves and that is just a guideline I suggest.
Ok, enough rant. I would like to suggest that in the "ABOUT US" box, people state generally that is to say briefly and concicely what they like to do, how and when. Keep it simple so you don't lose reader interest.
In the "WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR" box, list things you would prefer about others, availability and extent of travel and possibly what you will not do.
For the last box "ADDITIONAL INFO/COMMENTS", perhaps a bullet type of list for special activities or kinky interests.
Now that's my take on it. I know everyone has their own way of expressing themselves and that is just a guideline I suggest.
I think the profiles that have hard to read text due to background colors are nothing specific to Swingular, but to the CSS code inserted by the profile owners...just like MySpace.
Not sure if this has been mentioned, but we would like to be able to tag a couple that were interested in with out them knowing it. such as a favorites list..
thoughtgarden mentioned something like this.
thoughtgarden mentioned something like this.
We agree with the background comments. They make it almost impossible to read the profile.
How about having the orientation for the women adding "bi-comfortable"... something Lia thought up. I know what she means!
When bringing up the groups to which you belong, it would be nice to know when somthing has changed. Just a date of the last update, when a new member joins or someone made a post, without having to open the group to find out.
That is a good one LIAANDGIO, however we may all need some clarification and or ask others on this forum to give their take on what they understand when they hear any of these sexual labels. We have been in the lifestyle for just about two years now and have heard of Bi-Comfortable and Bi-Secure (in relationship to both sexes) as well as the standard Bi-Curious and Bi-Sexual. Here is our take on the definitions and would like to see if we are on or off here as well as help with some clarity to others on this site.
Bi-Curious is someone that is curious about experimenting with sexual play and or interaction with someone of their same sex, while not knowing if they will enjoy it and or want to continue again. Question - if someone is Bi-Curious and has one and or two experiences should they then label themselves after an experience as Bi-curious and / or should they then know if they are only straight, Bi-Sexual, Bi-Comfortable and or Bi-Secure? So is this just a "Gateway Play" for medicinal purposes
Bi-Sexual is someone that enjoys and likes and enjoys sex with the opposite sex, but also enjoys as much the sexual play and or connection with someone of their same sex.
Bi- Comfortable is someone that is not labeled Bi-Curious and or Bi- Sexual, but someone that is really straight and is comfortable being around those that are in a play situation that are Bi-Sexual, Bi- Curious, Gay and or Lesbian, as long as they are not involved in any of the sexual interaction. But if some accidental touching happens they are not homo-phobic.
Bi-Secure is someone that is really straight, yet is OK if someone of the opposite sex plays with them and pleases them sexually, but they may and or may not choose to reciprocate, depends on the moment, person and type of play they are secure with.
Please share how you see it, if different and if not, give a nod and or a right on, so we can all just get along and play! LOL
If admin should add these all there should be a (rollover) definition on the site before people select so we can all be on the same page and can all play in the same sheets! :P
Bi-Curious is someone that is curious about experimenting with sexual play and or interaction with someone of their same sex, while not knowing if they will enjoy it and or want to continue again. Question - if someone is Bi-Curious and has one and or two experiences should they then label themselves after an experience as Bi-curious and / or should they then know if they are only straight, Bi-Sexual, Bi-Comfortable and or Bi-Secure? So is this just a "Gateway Play" for medicinal purposes
Bi-Sexual is someone that enjoys and likes and enjoys sex with the opposite sex, but also enjoys as much the sexual play and or connection with someone of their same sex.
Bi- Comfortable is someone that is not labeled Bi-Curious and or Bi- Sexual, but someone that is really straight and is comfortable being around those that are in a play situation that are Bi-Sexual, Bi- Curious, Gay and or Lesbian, as long as they are not involved in any of the sexual interaction. But if some accidental touching happens they are not homo-phobic.
Bi-Secure is someone that is really straight, yet is OK if someone of the opposite sex plays with them and pleases them sexually, but they may and or may not choose to reciprocate, depends on the moment, person and type of play they are secure with.
Please share how you see it, if different and if not, give a nod and or a right on, so we can all just get along and play! LOL
If admin should add these all there should be a (rollover) definition on the site before people select so we can all be on the same page and can all play in the same sheets! :P
I like the new terms of Bi that grouptherapists has displayed. It does help clarify in more detail about the persons Bi status.
Thanks and I hope this becomes a part of the new profile.
Now lets all play.... hehe
Thanks and I hope this becomes a part of the new profile.
Now lets all play.... hehe
we would like to see in the profile page the number of pictures in each folder say next to public and or private a number.
I think the bi terms is a great idea as there are definitely different levels. For instance, Kate is more into men than women and knows it. She will play around with a female if it seems right and will enjoy it but does not seek it. She doesn't consider herself bi-sexual at all but loves to touch and kiss women when she's in the mood (she'll even play with other areas as well). So this would classify her as bi-secure?
Ditto for Lia. Kate feelings describe how Lia feels... Bi-secure it is, right?
Yes ADMINISTRATOR that would be our take on it as we understand it or as defined. Guess we should consider adding a testing feature to test people before hand :P for placement. We will start with Kitty KATE, tell her to call so she can set up a "Group Therapy" appointment, then we can do the needed tests for placement! LOL
LIAANDGIO - sounds like Lia needs an appointment too for testing and placement The things we do to help the good sexy people of this lifestyle, but we don't think you can find a better payment plan for the services
LIAANDGIO - sounds like Lia needs an appointment too for testing and placement
The things we do to help the good sexy people of this lifestyle, but we don't think you can find a better payment plan for the services hmmm seems like there are a couple of us that are Bi-secure.....better put me down for that label as well
I would like this new status put on the profiles.
I would like this new status put on the profiles.
GP... Is there a payment plan or its just Pro-Bono?
LIAANDGIO, we may have to offer "equal installment" Plan
Could we possibly get a "send a kiss or wink" feature. Just a suggestion. No biggie.
R&S
R&S
I have been bothered as to whether or not my age turns people off. Borrowing a very good post earlier on bi/curious/etc, I realized that with very little modifications pretty well applies to us 57's as well:
57-Curious is someone that is curious about experimenting with sexual play and or interaction with someone of their same age, while not knowing if they will enjoy it and or want to continue again (acceptance of other folks you think are really older than you is difficult). Question - if someone is 57-Curious and has one and or two experiences should they then label themselves after an experience as 57-curious and / or should they then know if they are only boring, 57-Sexual, 57-Comfortable and or 57-Secure?
57-Sexual is someone that enjoys and likes and enjoys sex in a way that only someone with that many years of experience can - choosing to do so pretty much whatever way the choose (hell, their choices have gotten them this far OK)
57 - Comfortable is someone that is not labeled 57-Curious and or 57 - Sexual, but someone that is really comfortable and is comfortable being around those that are in a play situation that are 57-Sexual, 57 - Curious, Gay and or Lesbian, as long as they are not involved in any of the sexual interaction. But if some accidental touching happens (usually 57's are grateful for any kinda touching) they are not homo-phobic.
57-Secure is someone that is really 57, yet is OK if someone of other ages plays with them and pleases them sexually, but they may and or may not choose to reciprocate, depends on the moment, person, type of play they are secure with and whether or not they can remember who did it!.
I therefore am filing as "57- ambivalent with a touch of paranoia
57-Curious is someone that is curious about experimenting with sexual play and or interaction with someone of their same age, while not knowing if they will enjoy it and or want to continue again (acceptance of other folks you think are really older than you is difficult). Question - if someone is 57-Curious and has one and or two experiences should they then label themselves after an experience as 57-curious and / or should they then know if they are only boring, 57-Sexual, 57-Comfortable and or 57-Secure?
57-Sexual is someone that enjoys and likes and enjoys sex in a way that only someone with that many years of experience can - choosing to do so pretty much whatever way the choose (hell, their choices have gotten them this far OK)
57 - Comfortable is someone that is not labeled 57-Curious and or 57 - Sexual, but someone that is really comfortable and is comfortable being around those that are in a play situation that are 57-Sexual, 57 - Curious, Gay and or Lesbian, as long as they are not involved in any of the sexual interaction. But if some accidental touching happens (usually 57's are grateful for any kinda touching) they are not homo-phobic.
57-Secure is someone that is really 57, yet is OK if someone of other ages plays with them and pleases them sexually, but they may and or may not choose to reciprocate, depends on the moment, person, type of play they are secure with and whether or not they can remember who did it!.
I therefore am filing as "57- ambivalent with a touch of paranoia
Have seen on other sites a computer match auto search that matches the top 10 or 20 profiles that match what you and the others are looking for. This could save a lot of needless looking into others profiles endlessly. Some dating services are set up in a simular manor and it does have its benefits. Also good to have a place for specific ages you are looking for, or others are looking for. That way us vintage stock swingers would not be viewed as trying to bother the younger generation that may view us as pasture ready.