SwingLifestyle

SwingLifeStyle is the number one site for couples looking for some extra excitement. Created in 2001, it is the largest and most active website for trying out swinging.

Swinging has become more open as it's gained popularity. Gone are the days where you need to look for secret clubs from ads in dating magazines. SwingLifeStyle provides a place where couples can explore new experiences with other people without worry.

First Impressions

While the design may seem a little dated, it has a comfortable format that makes it easy to explore and become part of the community.

There are around 176,000 people active on the site with around 5,000 online at any given time, making it one of the more popular venues for swingers to meet and get to know one another.

SwingLifestyle Features

The site has some key features which make it easy to get in on the action right away. It organizes different ways to meet and interact with people on and off the site.

• Swinger parties: let's you see parties happening soon and details like where and when to go.
• Swinger clubs: search for local swinger clubs in your area to meet like-minded people
  
• Travel events: organize or join in on a getaway with other swingers

Signing Up

SwingLifestyle has a basic format, but everything works and it's pretty easy to use. Members can create a profile that gives details on both individuals in a couple and their desires as a whole.

Promotions, such as free membership are regularly offered - so keep a "look out" for these. There's a 1-year free membership promo and a lifetime plan for the really devoted. All profiles need to be approved before they go live, so be sure to put a little effort into creating something worth viewing. Approval usually takes less than 1 hour.

The site also restricts the number of single male members - to keep a favorable balance for couples. So beware if you are a single male, you could be rejected for that reason.

Some sections of the site, such as chatrooms will be blocked until you are approved, but otherwise you can browse and look around until you are let in.

Using the Site

Once you have an approved profile, you can upload a photo and/or a video, if desired. Search, emailing and setting up favorites are all pretty standard. Searches are setup for your own area but you can easily change this on the form. It's also possible to save search settings for the next visit.

On opening a profile, there are several buttons and options available to you. You can

• Email
  
• Add them to your friend-list
  
• Invite the person into your friend network (allowing you to send them group mail)
  
• Grant them access to your private photos
  
• Write some private notes about them
  
• Certify them as a valid member (this option is only available to paying members)

Conclusion

SwingLifestyle.com is a genuine site, with a lot of real members. It doesn't have the slick, commercial feel of sites such as Adult Friendfinder or SDC, however it is fast, functional and works a treat.

It also offers its members a number of bonuses such as erotic stories, DVD's and adult products. A standard membership is free of charge; yet a paid membership provides access to all privileges. These memberships come in one, three, six, twelve month increments that can be paid online or by check or money order.