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How
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GreekOasis is an online international
community of single individuals who are
seeking to meet genuine like-minded friends
or relationships.
The
first step is to become a member and then
post a profile - both cost nothing. Your
profile is the gateway that enables others
to find out about you, your interests, your
outlook on life, and even what you look
like from your photo (entirely optional).
Once you've gotten their interest, they
have the opportunity to get into contact
with you via our internal messaging system.
All your personal contact information, even
your email address, remains completely confidential
until you decide to exchange this information.
The benefits of cyber-dating are boundless.
It's fun, interactive and secure.
It's
also a great way to find people with the
qualities you're looking for. Our search
capabilities let you find compatible people,
from preferences that include height, body
size, hair colour, education, hobbies, interests,
vices, race, nationality, where they live,
and more. In fact, you can search the globe
- as all profiles are stored on a central,
secure database that has profiles from around
the world. So whether you're just happy
to browse the profiles, narrow the search
for some particular qualities, or get really
specific with our advanced search option,
you're in the right place to find a whole
world of new experiences.
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I
forgot my login details (member name or password) |
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Please enter the email address you used when
you registered with GreekOasis . Your login information, password and username
will be emailed to you immediately. Click
here for a reminder.
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Problems
logging on |
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Please check you are using your correct
User Name & Password. If you're unsure about
these, simply have these emailed to you
again using the "forgotten
your log in details?" link under the
Member sign in box on the Log In page. Just
give it a few minutes and the details will
be available in your inbox.
Check
that your browser COOKIES are enabled. This
web site requires you have cookies enabled
on your browser. The following information
provides information about cookies and how
to "enable" this function on your browser.
Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.x
1. Select the "View" pulldown menu.
2. Select "Internet Options".
3. Click the "Advanced" tab.
4. Scroll down the list of options to "Security"
(marked with a padlock symbol). Beneath,
you'll see three options for "Cookies".
Select either "Prompt before accepting cookies"
or "Accept all cookies".
5. Click "OK".
Netscape
Communicator/ Navigator 4.x
1. Select the "Edit" pulldown menu.
2. Click "Advanced"-the word itself, not
the "+" next to it.
3. Select either "Accept all cookies" or
"Accept only cookies that get sent back
to the originating server". "Warn me" may
be checked or unchecked.
4. Click "OK" If you are still experiencing
problems with your log-in, please contact
us as soon as possible, and include your
User Name. We will work to correct this
problem as quickly as possible so you can
get back to exploring new relationship opportunities!
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How
much does it cost? |
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It's TOTALLY FREE.
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What
are my Member benefits? |
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Your membership on
GreekOasis connects you with a global community of
singles that are looking for quality and
genuine relationships. As a member, you'll
have the following benefits:
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the ability to create your own personal
profile and post a picture to create the
opportunity to meet other members.
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access to all member profiles.
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the option to update your profile and
picture as often as you wish.
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advanced search capabilities to find compatible
matches.
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exposure and involvement in a community
that is based on genuineness - we manually
approve all profiles to protect the integrity
of our members.
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the option to initiate unlimited free
contact with members.
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How
do I create and manage my profile? |
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If you want anyone to contact you, you will
need to create your own profile - your membership
only allows you to contact others.
First,
log on. Then click on the Profile button
in account page, and click on the "Edit
your profile" . This will take you through
a list of questions to complete that describes
you, your interests.
You
can also upload up to 5 files (pics, audio,
video, text, html)
As
we review all profiles on
GreekOasis to protect our members from inappropriate
or obscene material, as well as personal
information (we do this for everyone's privacy),
your profile will be visible within 24 hours,
rather than immediately.
You
can also upload your photo at the same time
or you can opt to do this at a later stage.
It's worth noting that members with photographs
get considerably more responses than those
without.
While
your profile is being approved, it's a good
time to check out who's around, and think
about what you're going to email them.
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How
do I browse/search profiles? |
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You can browse profiles without registration
and without logging on. However, you need
to be a member (it's free to join) to contact
another member. In addition, you also need
to log on to contact another member.
GreekOasis offers three different search options:
Browse:
Great option if you want to take a look
around; this option will prompt you for
search criteria based on your preferred
sex, age group and country. Easy to use
as all you have to do is click the links
with your mouse.
Search:
Use this option when you want to narrow
the search; this allows you to select criteria
based on preferred sex, age group, place
of residence and whether they have a photo.
If you're looking for someone specific,
you can also type in their Known As name
or Member Id.
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How
do I contact someone? |
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Once you've done the really hard part - selecting
who you want to contact - actually getting
in touch with them is easy. Send them a message
or make them friend or hot and wait to see
what is happening.
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How
do I suspend my profile? |
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You can suspend your profile at any time.
Go to "Edit Profile",
scroll down the page, and click on the "Edit
profile". You'll find an option at the last
step to make it invisible. This means that
your profile will no longer be visible,
but is not deleted from the network.
Once
you've suspended your profile, you can continue
to search and make contact with other members,
however, they will not be able to view your
profile.
To
reactive your profile, click on "Edit
Profile", check to see that you profile
information is correct, and click the Submit
button. Your profile will be approved again,
and will be visible within 24 hours.
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Guidelines
to Successful Online Dating
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Online dating is a great way to meet new
friends, form meaningful relationships and
even find that special someone. It's entirely
legitimate, safe and secure - provided you
take common sense precautions.
Online
dating - doing it safely
Of
course there is no practical way to make
meeting a stranger absolutely safe, but
here are some effective ways to help reduce
the risk.
Before
the first date!
- Get
an anonymous e-mail account.
NEVER
post your real name anywhere online. Remove
it from chat programs, and any email accounts
that you use for recreational correspondence.
If you need to get one, try Hotmail.
REMEMBER,
the name that you enter in your account
is often displayed as the sender's name
in an email inbox. For example, John Smith
has an account with Ozemail.com.au, and
uses the name Johnny. To contact John,
you would type in the name Johnny@ozemail.com.au,
however, if the account name box is checked,
his email address will appear as 'from'
sender "John Smith". If you are unsure,
do a test email to yourself and see what
name comes up as the sender.
A
PRECAUTIONARY TIP: Hotmail provides all
members with the option to BLOCK SENDER
which is an ideal feature if you want
to discontinue correspondence with someone
who is persisting with sending you emails.
- Take
time!
Nothing
will give you better prospective than
time! Has your date's habits, mood or
language inexplicably changed? Are you
becoming more suspicious of something
with time; perhaps something just doesn't
feel right?
While
there is never a right or wrong time to
meet, we recommend that you exchange at
least half a dozen emails prior to meeting,
and make sure that you chat via phone
before you meet. Romance and relationships
take time, and if it's that someone special,
what's the hurry!
- Get
a phone number!
VERY
IMPORTANT: Remember to block
caller-ID's until you chose to give
your number, which should apply to both
your home phone, work phone and mobile/cellular
phone. Note that if you have been asked
to call an 800# its likely that your phone
number will be recorded on the recipient's
phone bill.
Talk
on the phone a few times... what can you
hear in the background? Do background
noises match the information you have
been told? Is the household supposed to
have children, pets, etc.? Listen, Listen,
Listen!
- Verify
the phone number!
Call
Directory Assistance and insure that your
date's phone number matches the name they
gave you. If your date's number is unlisted,
Directory Assistance will verify that
'so and so' has a number, but it is unlisted.
- Call
at unanticipated times!
Someone
who cherishes you will always delight
to take your call! Does someone unexpected
answer the phone? Does your date seem
irritable that you are calling unexpectedly?
Perhaps they have something to hide..
Don't be a pest, but try a couple of unanticipated
times... just to sense the temperature...
- Ask
to have a family/friends photo!
Is
your date a 'family man?' Is (s)he proud
of the children? Do the kids seem to match
the details you were told? If they don't
have family around, get a picture of them
with their friends.
- Get
a physical address and mail a card.
Use
a return address that will not reveal
your identity or your physical address
(i.e. just use your screen name and a
PO Box or work address) and see if the
card is returned for any reason. Allow
a minimum of 10 days to receive returned
mail if the address turns out to be bogus.
This is particularly important if you're
meeting someone from overseas.
- Ask
about previous relationships.
Although
what's past is past, if you're thinking
of this person as a life-long partner.
Was your date previously married? In any
long term relationships? Why did they
end? Does there seem to be any remorse?
Should there be? Does your date seem to
have recovered from the separation or
dissolving of the relationship? Always
ask "What would the other person say about
you?" Listen, listen, listen! If it feels
right, ask questions. If it all feels
wrong, ask questions. Clarify! If it doesn't
seem to add up, it might not!
For
the first date!
- Clarify
everyone's expectations.
Nothing
hurts a relationship or friendship more
than poor communication! If you are both
on the same wavelength you are less likely
to get hurt. If you are not on the same
wavelength, perhaps its best to wait until
you are! If you're travelling overseas
to meet, see the OVERSEAS section below.
- Always
use common sense.
Just
because you have known someone online
for some time, do not let down your guard
any sooner than with a 'traditional' date.
Be careful about giving out your phone
number and/or address. Also be very cautious
about saying that you live "alone" when
you're giving out details. Mention that
you have an "overly nosey neighbour",
or that friends always drop by unexpectedly.
- Double
date if possible/or meet with a group
Your
best friend is dying for the details anyway!
If you judge that to be too awkward, ask
if perhaps your best friend might also
take in the same activities and kind of
keep an eye peeled for you!
- ALWAYS
conduct early dates in very public places
Go
to a restaurant in the mall. Go to a club
at a hotel. Always be near other people.
If you want to take a walk hand in hand,
let it be in the mall. Want the great
outdoors? Walk near the surf on a popular
beach.
- AVOID
relying on your date for transportation
If
you want to end the date or need
to end the date, don't be left in the
unenviable position of being reliant to
their transportation. Do not leave your
car behind! Come alone, leave alone, for
every date until you are absolutely certain
you know them.
- Think
Ahead
Know
in advance where police and fire stations
are so you know where you can get help
if needed. Anticipate some snags,
and pre-plan your response.
- Never
leave your food or beverages unattended.
Powerful
new drugs exist that can make you prey
to the other person's wishes and hardly
recall anything in the morning. If you
start to feel ill, insist on calling a
friend or taking a cab if you are too
ill to drive home.
- Let
someone know your plans.
Tell
someone who you are going to be with,
including name & phone number. If its
convenient, notice your date's license
plate number and leave the information
on your answering machine at home or with
a friend. Agree to be home at a certain
hour, or to call someone to let them know
you will be late.
Travelling
Overseas to Meet your "Mate"
- Make
out a detailed itinerary
Provide
family/friends a day-by-day itinerary
of what you'll be doing
- Arrange
to call family/friends at home
Arrange
a call time (taking into account international
time differences).Make sure you do call,
regardless of what "obstacles" may come
up. Protect yourself!
- Be
aware of social/cultural and religious
differences
Remember
that regardless of how wonderful and ideal
the other person sounds via email and
on the phone, if you're travelling overseas
to meet that someone special, there are
often significant societal, cultural and
religious differences that may impact
your overall impression of that person.
Discuss these BEFORE you go, and make
sure that your values and expectations
are mutual.
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