TIPS AND GUIDES
Welcome to the TIPS & GUIDES page of VegStyle. Here you’ll find clear overviews and practical step‑by‑step instructions to help you get the most out of our dating site – from registration and completing your profile to safe communication within the community.
Simply choose the area you’re interested in and follow the easy steps. We continuously update this page based on the most common questions from our members. If you don’t find the answer you need here, please visit the
Registration & Account Activation
Naučte se, jak se zaregistrovat, potvrdit svůj e-mail, použít aktivační klíč a poprvé se přihlásit do VegStyle.
Short intro:
This guide explains how to create your VegStyle account, confirm your email, use your activation key and log in for the first time, step by step.
Step‑by‑step guide:
1. Open the registration page
- Go to the VegStyle homepage and click Register (or Sign Up).
- You will see the registration form.
2. Fill in your registration details
- Enter your email address, username and password.
- Make sure you use a valid email address, because you will need it to activate your account.
- Read and accept the Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, then submit the form.
3. Check your email inbox
- After submitting the form, VegStyle sends you an activation email.
- If you don’t see it, check your Spam / Junk folder as well.
- Open the email and find the activation link.
4. Use your activation link (one‑time key)
- Click the activation link in the email.
- You will be redirected to the Account Activation page, where you can see your generated activation key.
- Click the Activate button.
- Important: Your activation key can be used only once. You do not need to activate your account again.
5. Log in to your VegStyle account
- After successful activation, you will be taken to the Login page.
- Enter your username and password and click Log In.
- If logging in after activation doesn’t work, don’t try to activate again. Simply go to the VegStyle homepage and try signing in again with your registration details.
6. If your activation email never arrives
- Make sure your email address was typed correctly during registration.
- Check Spam / Junk folders once more.
- If you still can’t find the email, please contact the VegStyle Support Center and include the email address and username you used during registration.
Member Profile
How to fill in and update your profile, use extended fields (diet style, habits, interests, sports, personality traits) and add or change profile photos.
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This guide shows how to fill in and update your VegStyle profile so that other members can quickly understand who you are, what you eat and what you are looking for.
Step‑by‑step guide:
1. Open your profile
- After logging in, go to Profile (or My Profile in the menu).
- Click Edit to start changing your information.
2. Fill in your basic information
- Check your display name, age, location and other basic details.
- Make sure they are accurate and up to date.
3. Set your diet style and lifestyle fields
- In the extended profile (xProfile) sections, choose your diet style (e.g. vegetarian, vegan, flexitarian, etc.).
- Fill in additional lifestyle fields such as habits, sports, interests, personality traits, and other custom fields.
- Use options that best describe you – this helps others find you through filters.
4. Write a short “About me”
- Add a brief description of yourself: who you are, what matters to you and what you are looking for (friendship, serious relationship, etc.).
- Be honest and positive; avoid sharing sensitive personal details (address, phone number, etc.) here.
5. Add or change your profile photo
- Go to your profile photo / avatar section.
- Upload a clear, recent photo where your face is visible.
- Follow VegStyle’s photo rules (no offensive or inappropriate images).
6. Save your changes
- After editing each section, click Save or Update Profile.
- Review your profile as other members see it and adjust anything that doesn’t feel right.
7. Keep your profile up to date
- Whenever something important changes (diet, interests, relationship goals), update your profile.
- An up‑to‑date profile increases your chances of matching with the right people.
Searching for Members
Jak používat vyhledávací formulář k nalezení členů podle věku, lokality, stravovacího stylu, zájmů a dalších vlastností a jak upravit vyhledávání.
Short intro:
This guide explains how to use the VegStyle search and filters to find members who match your preferred age, location, diet style, interests and other traits.
Step‑by‑step guide:
1. Open the Members page
- In the main menu, click Members.
- You will see a list of VegStyle members.
2. Use the basic search
- At the top, you may see a basic search bar (e.g. for username or keyword).
- Enter a name or keyword if you are looking for someone specific.
3. Open the advanced filters (BP Profile Search)
- Click on the advanced search or filter area (depending on your setup).
- You will see fields such as age range, location, diet style, interests, habits, etc.
4. Set your main criteria
- Choose your preferred age range.
- Select gender, if applicable.
- Set location or distance, if you want to find people near you.
5. Refine by lifestyle and personality
- Use the extra fields (diet style, sports, hobbies, personality traits, habits) to narrow down your search.
- The more filters you use, the fewer but more specific results you will get.
6. Run your search
- Click Search (or similar button).
- Browse the list of results and open profiles that interest you.
7. Adjust and repeat your search
- If you get too few results, remove some filters or widen your age/location criteria.
- If you get too many, add more specific filters.
- You can repeat this process until you find profiles that feel right for you.
Private Messages & Communication
How to send and receive private messages, set who can contact you and communicate safely and respectfully.
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This guide explains how to send and receive private messages on VegStyle, how to control who can contact you and how to communicate safely and respectfully.
Step‑by‑step guide:
1. Send your first private message
- Open the profile of the member you want to contact.
- Click the Message or Send Message button (if available).
- Write a short, polite introduction and explain why you are contacting them.
2. Check your inbox
- In the main menu, go to Messages (or Inbox).
- Here you can see all your private conversations.
- Click on a conversation to read and reply.
3. Control who can contact you
- Go to Settings → Privacy (or similar section) to adjust who can send you messages (everyone, only members, only friends, etc. – depending on VegStyle’s configuration).
- If you receive unwanted messages, use block or report options (see the next guide on Privacy & Security).
4. Communicate respectfully
- Be polite, honest and respectful in your messages.
- Do not send spam, aggressive or offensive content.
- Remember that people on VegStyle share similar values – treat them accordingly.
5. Protect your personal information
- Never share sensitive details (home address, financial data, personal documents) with people you don’t know well.
- If someone pressures you to share private information, stop communicating and consider blocking/reporting them.
Location & Member Map
How to set your location, view members on the map, search by distance and control what others can see.
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This guide explains how to set your location, see other members on the map and control what location information is visible to others.
Step‑by‑step guide:
1. Set your location in your profile
- Go to Profile → Edit and find the field related to location / city / area.
- Enter your city or region.
- If the field uses xProfile Location, select the correct result from the suggestions.
2. Control how precise your location is
- If available, choose whether to show only your city/area instead of your full address.
- For privacy reasons, never enter an exact home address.
3. View members on the map
- Open the Members Map or Map page (depending on your menu setup).
- You will see pins for members who have added their location.
4. Search by distance
- Use the map filters (if enabled) to search for members within a certain distance from your location.
- Adjust the radius if you want to see more or fewer members.
5. Update or hide your location
- At any time, you can go back to your profile and change your location, or clear it if you no longer want it to appear on the map.
- Use your privacy settings to control who can see location‑related information on your profile.
Groups & Community Forums
How to join groups like Wegetarians, Vegan or Flexitarians and participate in community discussions and forums.
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This guide shows how to join VegStyle groups (such as Wegetarians, Vegan or Flexitarians), participate in discussions and connect with the community through forums.
Step‑by‑step guide:
1. Open the Groups page
- In the main menu, click Groups.
- You will see a list of all available groups on VegStyle.
2. Choose a group that fits you
- Browse groups like Wegetarians, Vegan, Flexitarians, Raw/Vitarians, Fruitarians, Colorful Food, etc.
- You can also join the Joint Discussion group for general topics.
3. Join a group
- Click on the group name to open its page.
- Click Join Group (if it is open) or Request Membership (if it requires approval).
- Wait for approval if needed.
4. Participate in group activity
- Once you are a member, you can see group posts, updates and activity.
- Write your own posts, comment on others and share experiences, recipes and thoughts.
5. Use group forums (if available)
- Some groups have a dedicated forum tab.
- Go to the forum, open a topic that interests you or create a new topic following the group rules.
6. Leave a group if you wish
- If you no longer want to be in a group, go to the group page and choose Leave Group.
- You can join again later at any time.
Privacy Settings & Account Security
How to control profile and photo visibility, change your password, block or report users and how VegStyle protects your personal data.
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This guide helps you control who can see your profile and photos, how to secure your account and how to block or report users who behave inappropriately.
Step‑by‑step guide:
1. Open your privacy settings
- Go to Settings → Privacy (or similar section in your account menu).
- Review the options for profile visibility, activity and contact permissions.
2. Control who can see your profile and photos
- Choose whether your profile is visible to everyone, only registered members, only friends, or private (depending on VegStyle options).
- Set who can see your photos and other sensitive information.
3. Use a strong, unique password
- Go to Settings → Account / Password to change your password.
- Use a strong, unique password that you don’t use on other websites.
4. Block users who make you feel uncomfortable
- If someone behaves inappropriately, go to their profile and use the Block option (if available).
- Blocked users will no longer be able to contact you.
5. Report abuse or suspicious behaviour
- If you see harassment, hate speech, spam, fake profiles or any other violation of VegStyle rules, use the Report option or contact the VegStyle Support Center.
- Provide as much detail as possible (username, what happened, screenshots if you have them).
6. How VegStyle protects your data
- VegStyle uses modern security measures to protect your personal data and prevent data leaks.
- Your data is processed according to our Privacy Policy and is not shared with third parties for unsolicited marketing.
Technical Issues & Errors
What to do if emails don’t arrive, you can’t log in, something doesn’t display correctly or a feature isn’t working as expected.
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This guide explains what to do if you experience technical problems on VegStyle – such as missing emails, login issues, display errors or non‑working features.
Step‑by‑step guide:
1. If you don’t receive emails (activation, reset, etc.)
- Check your Spam / Junk folder.
- Make sure you entered the correct email address.
- If emails are still missing, try adding VegStyle to your email safe sender list.
2. If you can’t log in
- Double‑check your username and password.
- If you forgot your password, use the Forgot Password option and follow the instructions in the email.
- Make sure your account has been activated (see the Registration & Activation guide).
3. If the site doesn’t display correctly
- Refresh the page (Ctrl + F5 or hard refresh).
- Try another browser (e.g. Chrome, Firefox, Edge) or device (phone, tablet, PC).
- Clear your browser cache and cookies if needed.
4. If a feature doesn’t work as expected
- Note exactly what you were trying to do (e.g. send a message, join a group, upload a photo).
- Check if there is any error message on the screen.
- Try again after a short time – sometimes issues are temporary.
5. Contact the VegStyle Support Center
- If the problem persists, go to the VegStyle Support Center page.
- Describe your issue in detail: what you were doing, what happened, any error messages, which browser and device you use.
- Attach a screenshot if possible – it helps us solve the problem faster.