How do I create a great profile?

Your profile is your introduction to other people on Y factor. Adding some thoughtful information about yourself can make it easier for others to understand who you are, what you're looking for, and whether they'd like to connect.

Give people something to get to know you by.
Our data shows that profiles with more information tend to receive receive more interest on Y factor. In particular, users who add an About description tend to receive more interest than those who leave it blank.

Setting up your profile is super easy:

1. Add photos that represent you: Photos give other users an immediate sense of who you are. Choose recent photos that feel representative of you. You can add several photos, but they shouldn't be too similar. A few different photos can give a more rounded impression of you.

2. Tell people about yourself: Your About section is one of the best places to make your profile more personal. You could share:

• A little about yourself and your life
• What has brought you to Y factor
• Your interests, personality or values
• What you're hoping to find

You don't need to write an essay. A few thoughtful sentences can give someone much more to respond to than a blank or very short profile.

3. Complete the details that matter to you: You can add information about your physical appearance and other personality details. You decide how much you'd like to share, but additional information can make it easier for others to understand whether you might be a good fit for what they're looking for.

4. Be clear about what you're looking for: Your preferences help other users understand what you have in mind. Think about the kind of donor or future parent relationship you're looking for and your preferences around how you might proceed. Clear information can help both you and other users decide whether it makes sense to connect before investing time in a conversation.

Being clear doesn't mean you can't change your mind. You can update your preferences as your journey develops.

5. Be yourself and keep your information accurate: Your profile doesn't need to appeal to everyone. The aim is to give potential matches an accurate sense of who you are so that the people who are interested have something meaningful to start from.

It's also worth reviewing your profile occasionally. If your circumstances, preferences or what you're looking for change, you can update your information at any time.

Remember to protect your privacy: Your profile can be seen by other Y factor users, so don't include sensitive personal information or contact details. Once you've matched with someone, you can use Y factor's chat to get to know each other and decide what information you'd like to share.