What
is BoomerDate?
BoomerDate is the Internet's
newest destination for single baby boomers to connect. We've built
BoomerDate to include features not available on any other dating
sites.
As a registered free member, you can post an ad with
a photo, and receive and reply to responses to your own ad. You
may also send and receive 'kisses' to initiate contact with other members,
you'll need to become a premium subscriber. As a subscriber, you
are in control, determining whom you would like to communicate
with and when.
Register now to get
started by placing your free personal ad. In your ad, you will
describe yourself and the type of person you're seeking. You can
also post up to twenty-six photos!
You must be at least 18
years old to use the BoomerDate service.
Unregistered
users can browse the ad listings but need to register to
communicate with members.
Auto-login
- What
is auto-login?
- How
do I turn auto-login on/off?
- What
if I share my computer with other people?
Blocking
- What
happens when I block someone?
- How do I block/unblock someone from sending me mail?
Blow a
Kiss
E Mail/Private
Mailbox
 Username/Password
What is the Auto-login feature?
The auto-login feature allows BoomerDate.net to
identify you when you login to our site. This does away with the
need to enter your username and password each time you visit.
How do I turn auto-login on/off?
You may turn auto-login on/off simply by
checking/unchecking the box "Save my login on this computer" on the
login screen.
What if I share my computer with other
people?
Anyone that uses your computer could utilize
this feature to access your account. If you want complete privacy on
your BoomerDate.net account, do not activate the auto-login
feature.
How do I respond to someone's personal ad?
You must be a premium member to initiate
contact with another member. If you've found someone that sparks
your interest, Register now to
initiate contact through email or Mates Messenger.
If you're
already a BoomerDate premium member:
1.
Click on the "Email Me" button on the ad.
2. You
can now begin writing to the person who posted the ad, and if you
have photos posted on our site,
you
can attach them to your email. Unsure about what to say? Read our
tips for responding to Personal Ads.
3.
Your message will be sent to the member's Mates Mailbox with a link
to your personal ad.
Tips for Responding to Personal
Ads
Okay, now you're ready to make contact. It's
important to keep your emails snappy, short and charming. Go into
too much depth and you'll induce the reader to snores. Remember -
this is flirting!
Craft a creative subject
line
Some members receive a lot of email daily, so make sure your
message stands out with a snappy message. Avoid standard lines such
as "Hi from xxxx", "Hello", or "Read your profile".
Be original
Don't use
the same message for every ad to which you reply. The member will
know it's a standard response you just copied and pasted. Humor and
intrigue are two great ways to break the ice and send those sparks
flying in cyberspace.
Be sincere
Show
that you have read their profile by referring to something specific
in the ad. If the member mentioned a love of travel, then talk about
your favorite travel stories. Open the dialog relating to one or two
things referred to in the ad. Ask suitable questions.
Be natural
Let your personality shine
through. Show that you have a sense of humor.
Look smart
Double-check your spelling,
punctuation, and grammar. People are generally turned off by poor
writing skills. This could greatly reduce the attention you get.
Ask interesting
questions
It will help break the ice and make it easier for the
member to reply.
Follow
their pace
Don't
bombard someone with emails, if they send 6 a week, don't send 34!
Who can contact
me?
Any premium member of
BoomerDate can contact you.
How
do I send email?
You must be a premium member to initiate
contact to another member. If you've found someone that sparks your
interest,
subscribe to initiate contact through email
now!
To create an email message click the 'email me'
button on the member's profile. Enter a subject, and type your
message in the box below. Unsure about what to say? Read our tips
for Replying to Personal Ads. Once you have completed your message
click the 'Send' button to send it. If you visit the 'Sent Mail'
section of your Mates Mailbox, you will see the message you have
just sent along with any other messages you have sent within the
past 30 days.
How does the email spell checker
work?
Once you have composed your email message, if
you would like to check the spelling, click on the Spelling icon.
When BoomerDate spell checker finds a possible spelling error, it
will highlight that word and offer suggestions which you may ignore
or accept. If the correct word is not displayed in the suggestions,
you may manually enter it in the 'change to' box.
How is the email I send
anonymous?
BoomerDate.net respects your privacy and will
always keep your personal email address confidential. You will never
see it, or any other personally identifiable information, displayed
on our site. All contact from other members is directed to your
private Mailbox. Other users will not be able to read messages
sent to, or from, your account.
How
do I maintain privacy, anonymity, and safety when emailing other
members?
Never include your email address, or any
other personally identifiable information within the context of your
email.
Report any profile that asks for your
personal email address. BoomerDate.net prohibits profiles that solicit
email addresses. In many cases these people are spammers. Please
report the username immediately.
Report any message that asks for your
personal email address. BoomerDate.net only requests your email
address upon joining our site. If you come across a message that
requests your email address, please report them immediately. If
possible please copy/paste the original message in your
correspondence.
ABSOLUTELY NEVER respond to emails
that ask you for money.
When someone emails me, where does the email
go and how do I reply?
When a member sends you a message, it goes
straight into your private Mates Mailbox. We then send an email to
your personal email address to let you know that it's
there.
To read the message, simply login to BoomerDate, go
to your 'Inbox', and click on the message. If you decide to write
back, click the 'reply' button, write your own message, and send
away. Your email will go straight into the member's private Mates
Mailbox, and we'll let him/her know it's there with an email to
their personal email address.
All communications with other
members stays on our site so that you never have to give out any
personal information until you feel completely comfortable. Prior to
doing that, you may want have a secure and anonymous telephone
conversation through BoomerDate Voice.
I received an email from a premium member.
Do I have to upgrade my membership to
reply?
Yes,
you must be a premium member to reply to email.
How can I tell if
mail I have sent has been received and read?
Go to the 'Sent' section of your private Dates
Mailbox. There you will see the mail you have sent, as well as the
status.
Why doesn't everyone
respond to my emails?
Some members get an overwhelming amount of mail
and simply cannot reply to all of the messages. Other members might
not see the commonality that you saw, and don't respond. Whatever
the case, don't take it personally. Simply select new members and
try again. Persistence is the key to finding your mate.
How do I delete my
mail?
You can delete mail that you have received by
clicking 'Delete' from the 'Inbox' section of your private Mates
Mailbox.
I deleted a
message by mistake, is there any way I can recover it?
When you delete an item it goes into the
'Deleted Mail' section of your private Mates Mailbox. From there you
may 'Undelete' or 'Remove Completely'. The 'Remove Completely'
feature will permanently delete the message from the site. Deleted
mail may only be retrieved for a limited time, as mail is kept on
the BoomerDate site for 30 days. It is best to save important
messages by printing them using your browser's print function, or
copying and pasting them into another document.
What is the
Contacts section of my mailbox?
'Contacts' is like your own personal address
book. Members that contact you may be placed on this list making it
easy to find them in the future. You may place a member on your
Contacts List from the 'Inbox section' of your mailbox by clicking
the 'Add to Contacts' button.
Why has some
mail disappeared from my mailbox?
BoomerDate automatically deletes mail that is
30 days old. It is best to save important messages by printing them
using your browser's print function, or copying and pasting them
into another document.
What is 'Dates by Mail'?
Mates by Mail is a free, personalized service
that will deliver relevant profiles to your personal email address.
You can set up the frequency of your Dates by Mail through the 'Mail
Options' section of your private Dates
Mailbox.
How do I
turn off/on 'Dates by Mail'?
You can turn off/on "Dates by Mail' from the
'Mail Options' section of your Dates Mailbox.
What is the 'blow
a kiss' feature?
'Blow a Kiss' is a way for members to "break the ice" and let you
know that your profile has sparked their interest. You can set your
preferences so that each day we'll email you a list of members
who've blown you a kiss.
How do I blow a kiss to
someone?
Once you've posted your profile you can blow a kiss to members
that spark your interest by pressing the 'blow a kiss' icon in their
profiles.
What if don't want to
receive 'whose blown you a kiss' emails?
If you do not want to receive a daily 'whose blown you a kiss'
email, go to 'my home' select 'mailbox' and 'mail options' and be
sure the 'whose blown you a kiss' checkbox is not selected.
Can I see a list of
members that have blown me a kiss?
To see the list of members who have blown you a kiss in the last
30 days, go to 'my home' and select 'my kisses'. Only the last 200
kisses will appear.
How many kisses will
my list display at any given time?
Your list will display members who have blown you a kiss in the
last 30 days, up to the last 200 kisses.
Is there any
limitation on how many times I can blow a kiss at someone, or how
many kisses I can receive?
You can blow a kiss at up to 12 different members each day (or
every 24 hours). There is no limit on how many people can blow you a
kiss during the same day.
Do I have to be a
subscriber to blow a kiss at someone or receive kisses?
No, you only need to have an approved profile posted.
What happens when I block
someone?
Blocking allows you to place a mail-block on a
member to prevent them from sending mail to you in the future. If a
member you have blocked attempts to send you mail, he/she will see a
message 'You have been blocked from sending mail to this member'.
How do I block/unblock someone from
sending me mail?
The 'Block' feature is available
from the browse, as well as the 'Inbox', 'Read, 'Contacts' and
'Block/Abuse' sections of your private Dates Mailbox. You may also
block a person on their profile screen on the toolbar menu by
clicking 'Block'.
If you want to 'Unblock' someone, go to the
'Block/Abuse' section of your private Dates Mailbox. Click the
'Unblock' box by their name. You may unblock a person by also
clicking on the block feature on their profile screen on the toolbar
menu.
My Profile
Creating and posting a profile is free and will
take only a few minutes of your time. The key to success on
BoomerDate is to take care that your profile is unique, sincere,
and congenial. If you're logged into BoomerDate with a username
and password, you've probably already completed the first section.
To complete the profile, go to your profile and fill in the
remaining sections.
Read our Profile
Guidelines before you create your profile to ensure that your
profile will get posted on the site. All personal ads are subject to
denial or removal if they do not meet our
guidelines.
Remember, your profile is the first impression
you make, and the quality will significantly affect the number of
replies you receive from other members. Not sure what to say? Read
below our helpful hints for creating your profile:
Helpful hints for
creating your profile:
Grab their attention immediately
with a catchy title. This is the first part of your profile
that members will see as it is listed next to your screen name and
photo.
Post a Photo. The surest way to
get noticed is to post a photo. Your profile will get many
times the responses as profiles that don't have one. When choosing a
photo, find one that represents how you normally look. Read
our tips for choosing a photo.
Don't lie. Being honest
will avoid dissatisfaction for both you and your prospective date.
Take your time in answering the questions. Your answers allow you to
highlight your personality traits and interests while helping other
members get to know you.
Be creative. Describe
yourself and the person you're seeking. Be your own biggest fan -
tell people why you are worth meeting. If you're not happy with the
number of responses you receive, update your ad with new
information.
Verify your spelling and
grammar. People are more inclined to take your ad seriously
if it shows that you put effort into it. Use correct punctuation and
capitalization. Ads written in all caps, or in all lowercase, with
no punctuation, make it hard for readers to understand.
Think about what you will write in the
essay portions of your profile. The better you describe yourself,
the more likely others will read your profile and respond to you.
Feel free to write as much as you want in the essay portions. If you
think of more to say later you can always come back and update your
information. Don't know what to write? Read our essay tips
Essay Tips
Don't be shy -
think about some of the following questions to help people get to
know you. Write enough to get someone's attention and focus on the positive. You can share the more personal details once you get to
know each other.
About
yourself:
What prospective
mates really want to know is what makes you different from everyone
else. That means details! Instead of saying you enjoy the outdoors
(who doesn't?), try : "I spend Saturday mornings jogging on the
beach with my Jack Russell , Chutney." Or, make your profile fun to
read by describing an unusual anecdote.
What do you enjoy doing for fun?
What are your likes and dislikes?
What is your personality like?
What makes you stand out in a crowd?
Do you belong to any organizations, clubs,
teams, or special interest groups?
If you could 'Do Lunch' with anyone (past
or present) who would it be?
What challenging and adventurous things
have you done?
List some of the places you have lived or
traveled.
What are your favorite TV shows, movies,
books, music?
Are you a good dancer?
What are your long-term plans for a
relationship?
About the person you hope to
meet:
Describe the person you might be
interested in meeting.
What traits do you find attractive when
meeting new people?
What traits are "deal breakers" when
meeting new people?
What does your perfect mate do for a
living?
What hobbies should your perfect mate
enjoy?
What does your perfect mate do in his/her
free time?
Does your perfect mate need to be
financially or emotionally stable?
About relationships and romance:
Describe your ideal dream date. Where
would you go?
Do you believe in love at first sight?
What's your take on long-distance
relationships?
Would you move to be close to the one you
love?
What qualities in a partner would make you
happy?
What are the most important things in a
relationship?
What would a typical morning or evening be
like?
What about a typical weekend?
What have you learned from past
relationships?
Do you believe in fate?
About family and friends:
Where did you grow up?
What are your favorite childhood memories?
How do your friends describe you?
Do you have pets?
Do you like animals?
Do you have children?
Are you a party animal?
Do you prefer intimate get-togethers?
What are you favorite activities when
going out with friends?
How do you initiate conversation at a
party?
How do I update my profile?
Updating your profile is quick and easy! Keep
your profile fresh and up to date - you never know - you could catch
the attention of someone who didn't notice you before. Update your profile now.
What
are the guidelines for profiles?
You must be 18 years of age or older to
use BoomerDate.
At BoomerDate we take pride in providing
single adults a secure, enjoyable setting for meeting like-minded
single adults. Our Quality Care Team reviews every profile in order
to ensure that the content meets our safety and quality guidelines.
We reserve the right to refuse any profile that we feel is
inappropriate for this site.
Profiles containing any of the
following in the username, headline, narrative text, photo, or voice
greeting, are in violation of our Terms of Use, and are subject to
rejection or removal without warning or refund:
Profile narratives containing less than
100 characters.
Personal contact information including but
not limited to: your full name, home or work address, email
addresses, beeper numbers, cell or telephone numbers, URLs,
or instant messenger IDs.
Abusive, vulgar, or obscene language of
any kind.
Discriminatory language such as racism,
sexism, homophobia.
Discussion of illegal activities or
behavior.
Solicitations or advertisements of any
type.
Information that exploits or solicits
individuals under 18 years of age.
Adult-oriented content including but not
limited to nudity, overtly sexual language or discussion.
Solicitation of multiple partners or
additional partners.
Foreign languages - all profiles must be
in English for successful monitoring by BoomerDate Quality
Care Team.
Thank you for helping us to maintain the
pleasant setting that continues to be so essential to our
members.
What is
the approval process?
Once you submit your profile, your personal ad
and photo(s) go to our Quality Care Team for review. If your ad
complies with our guidelines we will advise you via your personal
email as soon as your profile has been approved and is live on our
site. If your ad does not abide by our guidelines, we will advise
you that you must edit and resubmit it. Read our Profile
Guidelines before you post your personal ad on our site.
What if I don't fill out my profile
completely?
Your profile lets other members know
that you are single and available!
Also, it tells other singles
that you are interesting and worth contacting. When members look at
your profile, and there's not much there, it might appear that you
are not serious - why would they bother?
How confidential is my
profile?
Any personally identifiable information you
have provided is kept completely confidential. Members can only see
your essays, photos, and other information that you post in your
profile. For further details read our Privacy Statement.
What
happens if I hide my profile?
If you choose the 'hide my profile' option,
this will turn your ad into a non-searchable ad, and will not appear
in any search results. If you initiate contact with another member
however, they will be able to view your profile by clicking on your
username in the 'Inbox' section of their private Dates Mailbox.
Keeping your profile searchable will provide
you with a better experience, as you will appear in the search
results for everyone to see.
We know there may be times when you would
prefer to hide it, i.e. you're going away on an extended vacation,
you've met someone you really like, etc., so you may opt to hide
your profile by going to your Home Page and selecting 'Profile' and
'Hide|Unhide my profile'.
Why doesn't my
profile show up when I search?
If your profile doesn't show up, go to your
Home Page, select 'Profile' and 'Hide|Unhide my profile'. Be sure
that 'Please unhide my profile' is checked. Be sure to click
'Submit' once you make this selection. If you've already done this
and still have questions, please Contact Us,
and we'll be happy to assist you.
Why should
I post a photo?
The surest way to get noticed is to post a
photo. Your profile will receive many times the responses as
profiles that don't have one. And several images may generate even
more activity. You may post up to twenty-six photos. You must select
one as the main photo that appears in the search results, and the
others will go into your gallery. Other members browsing
your profile can click 'more photos' to see your gallery.
Tips for choosing a great main
photo!
Your main photo should be a clear
head-shot containing only you. Use a current photo, not a baby
picture, or one from your high school graduation. If you don't have
a recent photo, ask a friend to take one.
Choose a picture that represents how you
normally look. Avoid glamour shots unless you look like that every
day.
Choose a quality photo. A clear, well-lit
close-up of your face is more likely to get responses than a blurry
or far-away image.
If you are not slim or toned, keep your
shirt on.
Don't have an arm slung around the waist
of someone you've cropped.
Don't wear sunglasses - let them see your
eyes.
Important: Before you delete your main photo, you must choose
another photo to take its place.
Tips for choosing great
photos!
Your gallery may include group
shots, pictures of your pets, children, hobbies and anything else
that you wish to post as long as it meets all listed criteria and is
not copyrighted.
Read our Photo
Guidelines before you upload your photo to ensure
that your photo will get posted on the site. All photos are subject
to rejection or removal.
How do I post a photo?
BoomerDate.net makes it easy to get your photos
on our site. We offer three ways to post a
photo.
Upload a Photo
This is the quickest way to get your photos
posted. To upload a photo from your computer, go to your Home Page,
select ' Photos' and then 'Post Photos'. When uploading your main
photo be sure that the picture you select is a current headshot
(close-up of your face) and that you are the only person in the
photo.
Click on the 'Browse' button
Locate the photo on your computer
Once you've found the photo, Click the
'Open' button
Click 'Upload Photos' to send the photo to
BoomerDate.net
Email Photos
Please use this method only if the direct
upload does not work for you. We will post your photos. Include your
photo as an attachment to your email and include the following
information:
First and last name
BoomerDate Username
Email address used when registering on
BoomerDate.net
Date of birth
If submitting more than one photo, please
specify in your email which photo you would like to be your main
photo. Send photos to photo@BoomerDate.net
Mail Photos
No scanner? No problem! Be sure to send photos
no smaller than 2"x2" and no larger than 5"x7". Although we will
scan, crop and post your photos at no charge, this method should be
used only as a last resort as it significantly delays the posting of
your photos.
When mailing photos, please write the following
information on the back of your picture:
First and Last Name
BoomerDate
Username
Email Address used when registering on
BoomerDate
Date of Birth
If submitting more than one photo please
specify, on the back of the photo, which one you would like to be
your main photo.
Send photos
to:
BoomerDate
Attn. Photos
3838 Raymert Drive
Las Vegas, Nevada
89121
Private messenger services such as
FedEx and UPS cannot deliver to a PO Box. You can send the photos
regular mail, but the quickest way to get your photo(s) to us is
through the US Post Office 'Express' or 'Priority Mail' services. To
avoid a significant delay in delivery, be sure to check the "no
signature required" box.
If you would like your photo(s) returned,
please enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
What
is the required file size/format?
1. The file size can vary but be no larger than
1.5 MB.
2. File formats should be jpg, jpeg, gif, bmp or tiff
Photo Guidelines
At BoomerDate we take pride in providing
single adults a safe, enjoyable setting for meeting compatible
single adults.
Our Quality Care Team reviews every photo in
order to ensure that the content meets our safety and quality
guidelines. Please keep in mind that BoomerDate reserves the right
to refuse any photo that it determines, in its sole discretion, to
be in violation of these guidelines, or in violation of our Terms of
Use, and are subject to rejection or removal without warning or
refund.
Remember to choose a solo shot for your main
photo.
Our most common reasons for rejecting
photos include but are not limited to:
Main photo is not a current shot of you
Main photo includes other people
You do not appear in the main photo
Photo contains cartoon characters or
celebrities
Photo contains nudity, obscene or
adult-oriented material
Photo contains personal contact
information including: your full name, home or work address,
email
addresses, beeper numbers, cell or telephone numbers, URLs,
or instant messenger IDs
Photo is blurry or other otherwise unclear
Image file is larger than 1.5
MB
How do I select my
main photo?
Be sure that the picture you select for
your main photo is a current headshot (close-up of your face) and
that there is no one else in the photo. Read our tips
for choosing a photo.
How long before my photos are
posted on the site?
Our Quality Care Team reviews every photo in
order to ensure that the content meets our safety and quality
guidelines. We make every effort to get your photos posted quickly,
but due to the large volume of photos we receive, posting may take
24 to 72 hours.
Can I hide my photos?
To
hide your photos, go to your Home Page, select 'Photos' and 'Hide my
Photos'.
Can I attach my photos to an
email?
Your photo gallery can be included as an
attachment when contacting another member through your private Dates
Mailbox.
What is
the difference between a free membership and a premium
membership?
With your free membership you can post a
profile, add photos, search and access other members profiles,
record and listen to voice greetings, receive email and instant
messages, and reply only to those that contact you.
The free membership does not entitle you to
initiate contact with other BoomerDate members. Once you upgrade
to a premium membership, you can initiate emails and instant
messages to any members you choose.
What are the subscription plans and
pricing?
Premium memberships are currently being offered
for FREE!
How do I check my subscription
status?
To check subscription status, go to 'my home'
and click on 'my account'.
How does the automatic renewal program
work?
When you purchase a BoomerDate membership by
credit card, you will be entered into our renewal program. You must
purchase an initial 1, 3, or 12-month membership. When that initial
membership time period ends, you will be automatically renewed on a
month-to-month basis at the rate associated with your membership
plan (see Guaranteed Monthly Renewal Rate. This convenient renewal
feature eliminates the chance of having your account expire and you
benefit from lower monthly rates.
Guaranteed Monthly Renewal
Rate
Auto-renewal rates apply to credit/debit card
payments only. All fees are charged in U.S. dollars. As long as you
remain a continuous BoomerDate subscriber, your subscription will
be renewed automatically for the period described below, no sooner
than two days prior to your paid-through date. This will ensure
uninterrupted access to your subscription. Charges will appear on
your bill as 'BoomerDate' You may resign your subscription at
anytime : Simply go to 'my home' select 'account' and 'resign'.
If you choose to pay by check or money order, you are not
eligible for the discounted monthly renewal rates.
Month-to-month subscriptions are available
only for credit card users.
Members paying by check or money order may
purchase 3-month, or 12-month plans.
If you pay by check or money order, your
subscription will expire after your initial 3, or 12-month period
unless we receive another check extending your subscription package.
If you pay by credit card, you will be
charged immediately. Once your initial membership term has expired
your membership will be automatically billed at the discounted
monthly rate related to your membership plan unless you choose a
different subscription package or resign from BoomerDate. Not a
member yet? Subscribe Now!
What are the payment
options?
BoomerDate accepts your payments by credit or
debit card. You also can send us a check or money order by mail.
Checks and money orders must be in US funds. Checks should be made
out to BoomerDate.
What credit cards does BoomerDate
accept?
BoomerDate accepts:
American
Express
Discover
Master Card
Visa
Where do I send a check or money
order?
You may send your payment in US funds
to:
BoomerDate
Attn: Subscriptions
3838 Raymert Drive, suite 5
Las Vegas, Nv. 89121
How do I update/change my credit card/debit
card information?
To change credit card/debit card information go
to 'my home' select 'account' and select 'my account'.
How secure is my information on
BoomerDate?
BoomerDate treats your security as paramount.
We run the most advanced encryption software on the market today to
give you the most secure environment in which to conduct business
with us.
What's
the difference between HTML and text email?
HTML email includes graphics and links to other
pages, and communicates the message much more effectively than email
sent in a plain text format.
Although plain text email does not include
graphics, you can still receive links to useful information.
Can I put my
subscription on hold?
No. Once you purchase a
subscription, it will remain active for the remainder of your paid
term.
How do I
report members that violate BoomerDate Terms of Use?
If you find a profile that violates our Terms
of Use you can report it to abuse@BoomerDate.net.
What if I
receive spam in my private Mates Mailbox?
If a member has sent you an inappropriate
message, please let us know so that we can take appropriate
action.
Report mailbox spam:
1. Got to the
'Block/Abuse' section of your mailbox and check the 'Report Abuse'
box.
2. You will be asked to fill out a form describing the
problem.
What
is a spammer, and how do I avoid being one?
To avoid being considered a spammer, do not
post more than one personal ad. Multiple postings indicate spammers
and may cause your account(s) to be removed from the
site.
BoomerDate does not allow solicitations for escort
and other commercial services. We also do not allow personally
identifiable information in the profiles.
Abiding by these
rules will help to maintain a quality experience for
everyone.
We encourage you to use our service, but please
keep in mind that spamming is in violation of our Terms of Use, and
we will take remedial action against violators at our discretion.
Examples of spamming include but are not limited to the
following:
You will not post material that involves
the transmission of unsolicited mass mailing or "spamming"
You will not post content that solicits
passwords or personal identifying information for commercial or
unlawful purposes from other users, including unauthorized users, or
"hackers" and engage in commercial activities and/or sales without
our prior written consent such as contests, sweepstakes, barter,
advertising, and pyramid schemes.
You will not include in your member
profile any telephone numbers, street addresses, last names, URL's,
and email addresses other than where asked for it in the
confidential personal information section.
You will not engage in advertising to, or
solicitation of, other members to buy or sell any products or
services through the service.
You will not transmit any chain letters or
junk email to other members.
You will not use any robot, spider, site
search/retrieval application, or other manual or automatic device or
process to retrieve, index, "data mine", or in any way reproduce or
circumvent the navigational structure or presentation of the Site or
its contents.
You will not forge headers or otherwise
manipulate identifiers in order to disguise the origin of any
information transmitted through the Service
You will not modify, adapt, sublicense,
translate, sell, reverse engineer, decipher, decompile, or otherwise
disassemble any portion of the Site or any software used on, for, or
in connection with the Site or cause others to do
so.
Violations of our Terms of
Use may result in legal action against you and the removal of
your account without notice or refund.
To
report violations of our Terms of Use, please email: abuse@BoomerDate.net.
How do I cancel my
subscription?
You may cancel your subscription at any time by
resigning from BoomerDate. Go to your Home Page and complete the
resignation process. BoomerDate does not pro-rate subscriptions.
When you resign from BoomerDate, your subscription will remain
active for the remainder of the term for which you paid.
When you cancel your membership, you will have two
options:
Resign My Account - this option turns off
the automatic renewal feature. You will continue to have full member
benefits on the account until your subscription expires. At that
time, your account will revert to the free membership. You may
reactivate it at anytime by purchasing additional time.
Remove My Account - This option will put
your account into an inactive status immediately. Your profile can
no longer be viewed or contacted by other members. It will stay in
our system for one month. If you would like to reinstate it during
that period, simply login and purchase additional time.
Can I get a refund?
Because the free membership is a great way to
try out BoomerDate before committing to full membership, all
subscription fees are non-refundable.
When will my billing stop?
Once you resign, your billing will stop
immediately. You will not be billed again unless you re-instate your
BoomerDate subscription.
Will I still be able to initiate email
and instant messages if I resign my subscription?
You will be able to initiate email and instant
messages for the remainder of your paid term. After that you may
only respond to messages from premium members.
Will I still receive my 'Dates by Mail' if
I resign?
You will continue to receive your 'Dates by
Mail' as long as your option is turned on.
Can others still search for me by
username if I resign?
Yes.
Click
here to review BoomerDate.net Terms and
Conditions
What is a
search?
Searching allows you to specify the type of
personal ads you want to see. You may perform unlimited searches by
selecting preferences such as zip code, age, and gender. Physical
attributes, lifestyle, and interests will narrow the search even
more. Experiment with an assortment of searches - you can never tell
where you might find your perfect mate.
What types of searches are
available?
Quick Search - Find singles based on
gender, distance and age.
Detailed Search: Be more specific about
the singles you would like to meet.
Great Dates: Our mutual matching process
finds members who not only meet your criteria but who are interested
in finding someone like you!
Who's Online: Find compatible singles that
are online now and ready to connect instantly with Mates Messenger.
Personality Search: Be specific about the
personality of singles you would like to meet.
Favorites: Find singles you have selected
as your favorites
User Name: Find members by their user
name.
Fresh Faces: See who's new and be the
first to wish them a big welcome to BoomerDate.net.
Keyword Search: This feature allows you to
search profiles for specific words in a user's ad. Example: If you
like to jog, and want to find other singles who mention jogging in
their personal ad, do a keyword search on jogging.
How do I save a search?
A saved search makes it easier to find your
perfect mate as you won't have to fill out the detailed search form
each time you visit the site. To save a search simply check the
"Yes" button at the bottom of the detailed search form. You may also
save your personality searches in the same manner.
How many searches can I
save?
You may save an unlimited number of searches.
What types of searches can I
save?
You can save a detailed search or personality
search.
How do I view my
matches?
Click the search button for Great Mates and
it will show you the results.
How does the Great Dates matching system
work?
This is our mutual matching process that finds
members based on preferences you specify and narrows that list down
to members who are looking for someone like you!
What is the compatibility
graph?
Want to see at a glance how good a match is?
The bars in the compatibility graph represent how close the member
comes to meeting the criteria you've specified in the areas of basic
info, lifestyle, personality, and interests. The blue bars represent
how compatible the match is based on a weighted average. The Level
of importance you assign when choosing your mates qualities has a
big impact on the results delivered. If the compatibility is 0, the
bars will turn to yellow . The red bars represent a warning as the
matching system determined that there was in excess of -50% or
higher incompatibility.
I don't get many matches. Why
not?
Are the preferences you specified too specific?
Edit your preferences and try to broaden your match criteria. Try to
start with a general search. The more specific you make your search,
the fewer names you will get back. Start with the three or four
qualities that are the deal makers, those things you absolutely must
have. Keep the distance to search wide enough. It hard to find a
match who lives down the street, but if you are willing to look in a
twenty-five mile or greater radius, your options will go up!
Why am I not getting many/any
responses to my ad?
Have you posted a photo? People want to see
what you look like, so the more photos you post the better your
chances of getting responses. Be sure your photo communicates your
personality. Read our tips for choosing a photo.
Make your essays more expressive. Snappy essays
will help you to stand out in the dating crowd, and help attract the
singles that are right for you. Click to read our essay tips.
Write creative introductory emails. When
contacting other members, flattery, and a sense of humor will get
you everywhere. Read our tips for Replying to Personal Ads.
Be sure to check your private Dates Mailbox on
our site. When you receive a message from another member it goes
into your Dates Mailbox. We send an email to your personal email
address to notify you that it's there. If you have mail in your
private Dates Mailbox, and are not receiving our notifications you
may have anti-spam technology in place that prevents our messages
from reaching you. Check with your Internet service provider if this
is the case.
What are the guidelines for creating my
username/password?
Choose your username, with care. Something sexy
may appear humorous, but it may generate interest from the type of
people you don't want to meet. Make sure your username expresses
your personality to ensure that it will play with the proper
audience.
Your username must have a minimum of six
characters, and not exceed twenty characters. It can be any
combination of alpha and numeric characters.
You password is your first line of security and
should not be shared with anyone. Select one that is easy to
remember so you don't have to write it down.
Your password must have a minimum of six
characters, and not exceed twelve characters. It can be any
combination of alpha and numeric characters. Below are some password
security guidelines.
1. Don't use your username or real name in any
form, even reversed, capitalized, or doubled.
2. Don't use any
other information easily obtainable about you. This would include
your telephone or social security number, the name of your street,
etc.
3. Don't share your password with anyone else.
I forgot my username/password. What do I
do?
Just click on Forgot my password on the login
page. Enter the email address that you used to register on
BoomerDate, and we'll send you your username and password.
How do I change my username/password, or
other membership information?
To change your membership information, go to
your Home Page and select 'My Account Information'. Once you change
your information, be sure to save your changes at the bottom of the
page by clicking 'Submit.'
About BoomerDate Voice
BoomerDate provides a secure and anonymous
service that lets you talk on the phone and leave voicemail messages
with other BoomerDate members - all without ever revealing your
actual telephone number.
With BoomerDate Voice you can compliment your
online profile by recording a voice greeting that lets other members
get a feel for the real you.
It's free to listen to messages left in your
voicemail box (and to other members voice greetings) over the web
via Windows Media Player/ or other media player. When you subscribe
to the BoomerDate Voice service, you can actually call other
members, leave personal voicemail messages, and record your own
voice greeting that will be attached to your profile.
What is the cost?
A BoomerDate Voice subscription is just $4.95
per month. This monthly availability charge includes 15 minutes of
time - renewed every subsequent month - to use toward recording your
profile voice greeting, making secure calls, or leaving voicemail
messages for other BoomerDate.net members.
What part of the service is
free?
It's free to listen to voicemail messages that
other Voice members have left you. It's also free to receive calls,
and to listen to other members profile voice greetings.
How does BoomerDate Voice
work?
BoomerDate Voice system connects all phone
calls and voicemail messages using our double-blind phone system.
When you want to call another member, the automated system will call
you first, and then the person you're calling prior to connecting
both parties. This is how Voice ensures that each party's actual
phone number is kept private and anonymous.
Leaving Voicemails and
Placing Calls
How do I connect with other
members using BoomerDate Voice?
You can contact other BoomerDate members with
a secure phone call that is either connected instantly or scheduled
for a more convenient time. You can also leave voicemail messages
for others members at any time.
How do I leave another BoomerDate member
a voicemail message?
To leave someone a voicemail message, click on
the "send me voicemail" icon on a BoomerDate member's profile.
BoomerDate Voice will appear in a separate window. Once you've
signed in, BoomerDate Voice will call you at the phone number
you've designated. At that point you can record a voicemail message
for the member whom you are interested in speaking with.
When you've completed recording your message,
BoomerDate will send an email to that member notifying them that
they have a voicemail message from you.
They can then click on the link in their email
and listen to their voicemail. Listening to new voicemails is free
for the other party!
How do I place a call to another member
immediately?
To call another BoomerDate member, click on
the 'call me' icon found in a BoomerDate member profile.
BoomerDate Voice will appear in a separate window. Once you've
signed in, and followed the steps to set up your immediate call,
BoomerDate Voice system will call you at the phone number you've
designated and ask you for your PIN.
If the member you are calling is available to
receive your call, you will be asked to record a brief message that
will be played to the member before you are connected for your live
anonymous phone call.
If the other member is not available to
talk when you call, you will be able to leave them a voicemail.
How do I
schedule a call to another member?
To call another BoomerDate member, click on
the "Call me" icon on a BoomerDate member's profile. BoomerDate Voice will appear in a separate window. Once you've signed in, and
followed the steps to select a date and time for your call,
BoomerDate will email an invitation to the member you want to talk
to, along with your proposed time.
You will receive an email confirmation when the
other member accepts your invitation. At the scheduled time,
BoomerDate Voice system will call you at the phone number you've
designated. You will then be connected with the other party for your
live anonymous phone call.
If the other member is not available
to talk when you call, you can always leave them a voicemail.
Receiving Calls And Listening To
Voicemail
How do I know if I have a voicemail
message?
We will notify you at your registered
BoomerDate email address each time you receive a new voicemail.
You will click on the link in the email to hear your voicemail
message.
Your voicemails will be saved for 30 days.
How do I reply to voicemail messages?
To reply to messages on BoomerDate Voice, you
need to subscribe, which is just $4.95 per month.
After you
listen to a message on 1-boo-mer-date (1-xxx-468-6283), you can press
1 to reply to the member who left you a message.
You can
record a message, and when you're done, BoomerDate will send an
email to that member letting them know that they have a voicemail
message from you.
How do I receive phone calls?
When you sign-up for BoomerDate Voice, your
availability options are automatically set to "unavailable".
To make yourself available to receive phone
calls, go to your Voice Account Options and select the appropriate
times of day and days of the week during which you are willing to
accept live calls.
If a member attempts to call you from
BoomerDate Voice, your phone will only ring if the call is made
during the time frame you designate yourself as "available for
call". If you are set as unavailable, the callers will be sent
directly to your voicemail.
When your phone rings, BoomerDate Voice will
greet you and ask for your 4-digit PIN number. You will then hear
the profile greeting of the BoomerDate member calling you.
The call will only be connected once you press
"1" to bridge the call live, "2" to turn it down for a more
convenient time, or "3" to block the caller indefinitely.
lf you do not press a corresponding number, the
call will not be successfully bridged and the caller will be
instructed to try again later.
If you decide to speak to them, you will be
connected via a live and anonymous phone bridge. If you decide not
to speak with them, they will have the option of leaving you a
voicemail.
If you have accepted a scheduled call,
BoomerDate Voice will call you regardless of your availability
settings.
Your number will never be made available via
caller ID or the *69 callback feature from your local phone company.
How do I change my
availability and the phone number where I receive calls?
You can make yourself available to receive
calls at any time by changing your availability options to
"available for call" on your BoomerDate Voice options page.
What do I do if I can't make the
proposed time of the scheduled call?
If you can't make a scheduled phone call with
someone, you can decline the proposed time by following the
instructions in your email.
If you'd like to propose an alternative time,
click "Call me" on a BoomerDate members profile page. Then just
follow the instructions.
Once you've signed in, you can propose a date
and time for your phone call. The invitation will be emailed to the
person you want to talk to.
Voice Greetings
Why should I record a voice
greeting?
Recording a voice greeting will greatly
increase your chances of getting noticed, and is an intimate way to
compliment your online profile. We encourage you to express your
personality and give other members some insight into the real you
through your profile voice greeting. We want you to feel free to be
creative, however, we do ask that you read our Voice Greeting Guidelines before you record your voice greeting to
ensure that your greeting will get posted on the site. All voice
greetings are subject to denial or removal if they do not meet our
guidelines.
Remember, the key to a successful voice
greeting is to present yourself with a positive first impression.
The quality of your greeting could significantly affect the number
of replies you receive from other members. Not sure how to start?
Helpful hints for recording your
voice greeting
Your BoomerDate Voice greeting is a 30-second
personal introduction. This is your opportunity to let other singles
hear what you have to say. You can talk about your ideal mate or
share an interesting fact about yourself.
Plan your greeting. It's
a good idea to plan out what you want to say before calling our
toll-free number to record your greeting.
Put your best voice
forward. When recording your greeting speak clearly and
concisely. Speak in a friendly tone.
Speak slowly. Slow down
your speech pattern slightly so that your greeting is easy to
hear.
Put vitality in your voice.
A monotone voice lacks enthusiasm. Stand up to increase
energy.
Phone rules apply. Smile
as you record your message, it will come through.
Modulate your volume. A
loud voice will irritate the listener. A soft voice may not always
be heard. Speak directly into the receiver, do not cradle the
telephone, or use a speakerphone.
What are the guidelines for voice
greetings?
At BoomerDate we take pride in providing
single adults a safe, comfortable setting for meeting other singles.
Our Quality Care Team reviews every voice greeting in order to
ensure that the content meets our safety and quality guidelines. You
must post your profile on BoomerDate prior to recording a voice
greeting.
We reserve the right to refuse any voice
greeting that we feel is inappropriate for this site. Voice
greetings that are in violation of our Terms of Use are subject to
rejection or removal without warning or refund and could result in
the removal of your entire profile.
Voice greetings
MUST include:
A recording by the poster of the profile
only
A greeting recorded in English
Voice greetings MAY NOT
include:
Personal contact information including but
not limited to: your full name, home or work address, email
addresses, beeper numbers, cell or telephone numbers, URLs, or
instant messenger IDs
Abusive, vulgar, obscene, or overtly
sexual language or discussion of any kind
Discriminatory language such as racism,
sexism, or homophobia
Discussion of illegal activities or
behavior
Solicitations or advertisements of any
type
Information that exploits or solicits
individuals under 18 years of age
Solicitation of multiple partners or
additional partners
How do I record a voice
greeting?
You need to first subscribe to
BoomerDate Voice for only $4.95 per month. This monthly
subscription includes 15 minutes of time to use toward recording
your profile voice greeting, making secure calls or leaving
voicemail messages for other BoomerDate members.
After you listen to a message on 1-boo-mer-date
(1-xxx-468-6283), you can press x to record.
To record your profile greeting, go to 'My
Home' and click 'Record Voice Greeting'. BoomerDate Voice will
connect your call. You will be asked to enter your PIN number. You
can now record your profile greeting.
Can I change or delete my voice
greeting?
You may change or delete your profile voice
greeting at any time.
To edit or delete your voice greeting:
Login to BoomerDate and go to 'my home page'.
Click
'edit/delete voice greeting'
Now you may change your voice
greeting or leave your profile without a voice greeting.
Who can listen to my voice
greeting?
If your profile is not hidden, any active user
who views your ad can listen to your voice greeting for free via the
link on your BoomerDate profile. If your profile is hidden, then
only those members you choose to see your ad will be able to listen
to your voice greeting.
How do I listen to other members voice
greetings?
If a member has recorded a voice greeting, the
'hear me' icon will appear on his/her profile. A user can listen to
the voice greeting simply by clicking the 'hear me' icon.
What are the computer requirements
to listen to voice greetings?
There is no special equipment required.
BoomerDate Voice feature is designed to run on most computers
equipped with a sound card and speakers.
Privacy and PIN Numbers
Is my personal information
secure and will I remain anonymous?
Yes, all your personal information is stored
securely on BoomerDate Voice. We do not share any of your personal
information with other members. When you talk with another member,
we call both parties using our double-blind phone system to ensure
that your phone number is private and secure. For more information,
please see our Privacy Statement.
To maintain your anonymity and safety be sure
follow these simple guidelines when talking on the phone or
responding to voicemail.
Never disclose your real email address or phone
number to another member until you've established a trusting
relationship.
Never respond to email or voicemail from people
who ask for money, real email address, or phone numbers. Please
forward the member usernames to the BoomerDate.net abuse team at
abuse@BoomerDate.net.
What's my PIN number?
During the registration process for
BoomerDate Voice you will be asked to create a four-digit PIN
number.
This PIN number will be your password for
BoomerDate Voice on the phone, so be sure to keep it in a safe and
handy place.
You can change your PIN number at any time by
accessing your BoomerDate Voice Options page to change your PIN to
another 4-digit number.
This PIN is designed to keep anyone other than
you from using your Voice account. In other words, no worries about
housemates accepting calls on your behalf.
Billing and Payment for
BoomerDate Voice
How does billing work?
When paying your monthly subscription fee by
credit card, BoomerDate Voice will charge your card $4.95. Each
additional month will automatically renew your subscription for
$4.95 unless you cancel your BoomerDate Voice subscription. Your
monthly subscription includes 15 free minutes of time to use toward
recording your profile voice greeting, making secure calls or
leaving voicemail messages for other BoomerDate members. These
fifteen minutes are free with your subscription and expire at the
end of your monthly billing cycle.
You can also buy additional minutes online in
the following packages:
· 20 minutes for $6.00
· 40 minutes for
$12.00
· 60 minutes for $18.00
The prepaid minute packages you purchase will
roll over monthly until depleted. Your free 15 minutes will be
deducted first each month.
Note: All minutes are rounded up to the
nearest full minute used.
What is `I'm Away`?
The `I`m Away` feature can be turned on when
you will be away for a long period of time and will not be able to
respond messages. This way other members will know not to expect to
hear from you. Don't forget to turn the `I`m Away` message off when
you return as this message could greatly reduce the numbers of
responses you receive. To turn it off go to `My Home`, select
`Profile` and `Away Message`.
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