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SkaDate Hangout/Holiday Discount for Members

Tuesday, December 27th, 2011

by Zima

I’m happy to report that the first official SkaDate Google+ Hangout was held today (Tuesday, December 27), and those who had joined it had a real blast!

Skalfa CEO Emil Sarnogoev hosted the Hangout and talked about SkaDate Dating Software development, company’s future plans, dating industry in general, and also addressed criticism and some of the over-the-top rumors about Skalfa floating around the net.

Among other things, Sarnogoev clarified that Skalfa LLC (the company behind SkaDate dating script) is indeed registered and located in the US, with two additional ticket support departments housed in India and Central Asia – this, apparently allows Skalfa to greatly reduce the cost of the product and service.

The Central Asian location is not coincidental, since Sarnogoev was born and raised there, before moving to the US, just like many other American software developers. This also helps to fosters the transparent multi-cultural and multi-national environment in Skalfa.

Nevertheless, Sarnogoev noted that his Central Asian origin was perhaps one of the reasons the unfair competitors attempted to ridiculously link Skalfa with certain international terrorist. Luckily, the company’s seven successful years of operation in the US, as well as several dating industry awards speak for themselves and make the point moot.

Other topics discussed during the Hangout included the significance of Skalfa’s partners SOD Technologies, other software projects Skalfa is busy with in the US, benefits of the new SkaDate 9, and specific client issues.

At the end of the Hangout Sarnogoev surprised participants by announcing a Special Seasonal Deal for current SkaDate Dating Software owners. In response to several requests on the SkaDate Blog, the Mobile Edition of the software (SkaDate Mobile Browser Version + SkaDate iPhone/iPad Application) will be available for only $100 (discount of 50%) for the next several days (December 27 – December 31).

In addition, the Holiday Special Sale will be extended until December 31 as well. So, do use your chance to save $200 with each purchased SkaDate licence – you’ll pay only $350 for a bundle of SkaDate Dating Software and SkaDate Mobile Edition (value $550). Go get it now, until the time has run out.

And it will, since the SkaDate Team will be out of the office December 30 – January 3. New Year Celebrations, and everything, you know… (Note that all licenses bought during December 30 – January 3 will be serviced after January 3).

Well, I hope that between hangouts, discounts, new software versions, etc., there’s enough good news to finish 2011. The year was great, but the next one will definitely bring even more satisfaction, innovation, and success.  Happy New Year everyone!

 

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Last Call Holiday Sale: SkaDate 9 Discount (200$ Off)
SkaDate Google+ Hangout on Tuesday

Friday, December 23rd, 2011

Our Promo Campaign is coming to an end. You have just a few more days to benefit from the great Holiday Discount Sale. Keep an eye on the countdown on the front page. The clock is ticking away fast!

Get your copy of the brand new SkaDate Dating Software now and receive SkaDate Mobile Edition (SkaDate Mobile Browser Version + SkaDate iPhone/iPad Application) absolutely for free!

This way you will pay only $350 for the complete SkaDate 9 package (value $550), thus saving 35% or $200 with each license bought! Happy Holidays, indeed, everybody!

(Click here to learn more about the new SkaDate dating script and the Holiday Special).

SKADATE GOOGLE+ HANGOUT

We also want to announce the first SkaDate Google+ Hangout on Tuesday, December 27 at 9AM EST. As promised, Skalfa LLC Head Emil Sarnogoev will host the Hangout, and everyone is invited. Ask any question you want about our company, the product, service, ticket support, future plans, etc. We’ll keep it informative, friendly, and informal.

Google+ Hangout is basically a video conference or a simultaneous 10 user video chat available to anyone with a Gmail Account. To join our Hangout, just visit Emil’s Google+ profile (gplus.to/emil) on Tuesday morning and wait for the start of the Hangout. Drop us a line if you have any trouble with Google+ or Hangouts and we’ll take you step by step through the process.

 

 

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Holidays Special:
New SkaDate Version Release and 35% Off!

Tuesday, December 20th, 2011

Holidays are finally here and boy we have great presents for you! We are launching a round of discounts for SkaDate Dating Software as well as SkaDate iPhone and iPad Applications (read more about that at the bottom of the page), but what’s more exiting, we are happy to unveil the new and significantly improved version of our acclaimed matchmaking solution. MEET SKADATE 9!

SkaDate 9SkaDate 9: Date On-The-Go!

SkaDate 9 is the combination of all the best parts of the popular SkaDate Engage and those features frequently requested by real SkaDate users throughout the recent years. Best-voted free dating templates, Facebook-like Newsfeed, iPhone Application, eCommerce Options, and more - we’ve got it all! After listening carefully to what our customers want in a dating script, we are ready to give it to them with SkaDate 9.

  • SkaDate’s Original Newsfeed

With the addition of Newsfeed, SkaDate takes online dating to a new level, combining the fluidity of social network communication with traditional virtual matchmaking. Site members will no longer miss any important news, events, blog posts, and will be constantly in the loop of what’s going on in the community.

SkaDate’s Newsfeed really sets our dating software apart from the competition. It’s original, yet totally familiar to all Facebook or Google+ users, who will definitely appreciate it. Simply put, the Newsfeed is the cornerstone of online communication these days. Don’t miss it.

  • SkaDate iPhone Application

 

There is no doubt that the emerging trend in online dating in 2011 was mobile dating. It is all set to explode even bigger next year. Seeing the demand for a native mobile application, we have partnered with SOD Technologies to produce SkaDate iPhone App, which is now bundled together with our original Mobile Browser Version as part of SkaDate Mobile Edition.

Give your members the freedom of the unrestrained dating on-the-go, while they enjoy all of the fundamental benefits of regular online dating. Our iPhone application is just a start, and we’ll get more smartphone versions on the market in the near future.

  • SkaDate eCommerce: Shopping Cart and Coupon Codes

SkaDate Shopping Cart

Another great way to entice user activity on a dating site is giving your members additional eCommerce options in exchange for user credits. We’ve come up with Shopping Carts, which allow anyone to create merchant postings in the Classified area and sell goods for real cash through PayPal.

At the same time site admins will have the ability to award members Coupon Codes. These are essentially discounts for various membership types, granting users site privileges and benefits.

  • SkaDate SEO Optimization

SkaDate SEO Optimization

 

It’s all about Search Engine Optimization (SEO) in our industry, and SkaDate 9 boast an optimal solution for the automatic improvement of websites’ search engine visibility. Every time a member adds new content (like a blog post, forum topic, classified add, event, profile update, etc.), it is immediately scanned, while meta-title and meta-description of the page is updated automatically, depending on the content’s title and details.

  • SkaDate Dating Site Templates

As with all SkaDate releases, SkaDate 9 comes pre-packaged with two brand new free dating and community site themes, created in accordance with requests submitted via polls on the SkaDate main site.

Rainbow is a more familiar template for a social networking website, completely in line with Web 2.0 aesthetics. Note how the display area has been streamlined for improved content presentation.

SkaDate Rainbow Template

Fab will be liked by owners of adult-oriented dating sites. This sexy template is done in the color scheme and with elements requested by the majority of SkaDate Poll voters.

SkaDate Fab Template

  • SkaDate Favorite Features and Compatibility

We made sure that all of the favorite features from previous versions of SkaDate Dating Software made it to the new release. We’ve got Games, Speed-Chat, Matchmaking Options, Virtual Gifts, Photo/Video Upload, Multimedia Albums, Extensive Profile Configuration Tools, Forums, Blogs, Advanced Admin Controls, etc.

SkaDate 9 is fully backward compatible, which means that current SkaDate 7 and SkaDate 8 user bases can be seamlessly transferred to the new platform hassle-free. Moreover, our in-house quality testing assures that the current SkaDate dating script is the most stable and user-friendly SkaDate build on the market.

  • Minor Improvements, New Languages and Other Features

Several minor leftover bugs have been fixed in the new version, while numerous improvements introduced to existing features. Among others, the overhaul includes Facebook Invite and Facebook Connect functions; the display of members of specific sex in Profile and Hot Lists in accordance with user’s selection; Event End Date and Event List Calendar fix; proper IM operation; and Password Protected Video option.

In addition, SkaDate 9 is now also available in Greek and Slovak, raising the total number of User Interface languages to 11. The full list of all SkaDate 9 features can be found here.

SkaDate Christmas Special

SkaDate Christmas Special

And now the moment you’ve been waiting for! For a limited time and to properly celebrate the holiday season with the new release, the package of SkaDate 9, SkaDate Mobile Edition, and SkaDate iPhone Application will be sold for a total of $350, instead of the regular price of $550! Essentially, by ordering your copy of SkaDate 9 NOW, you are getting the mobile edition absolutely for free, saving $200 with each license! Don’t miss your chance: the discount offer will be valid December 20th through December 27th.

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To have a taste of the new software, check out the SkaDate 9 Live Demo, and if you have some questions about the product, any of its features, ticket support, our service, etc., make sure to contact our Pre-Sales Operators. Enjoy the new product and share your success stories with us! Oh, and Happy Holidays!

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SkaDate Presents: Online Dating Around the Globe

Thursday, December 15th, 2011

SkaDate Presents: Online Dating Around the GlobeSkaDate Dating Software is widely used to build online dating communities all across the globe. Thus it’s only natural that beginning site owners need to take a closer look at dating expectations in different cultures while starting online dating business. A guest post by Mary Edwards of Best Dating Sites explores the issue.

Online dating is a world-wide phenomenon. In almost every country there’s a dating website popping up, promising to find true love, or at least first dates, for its clientele. But there are a few things to watch out for when you mix cultures so diverse and eclectic. Here are a few things to watch out for in cross-cultural online matchmaking.

  • Expectations – Some cultures expect the man to make the first move. Some cultures are okay with the woman introducing herself. Other cultures think women who take the initiative are pushy and unreasonable. Know what you’re getting into before you contact a person from a different culture. A little research into historical standards might not be unreasonable. Even if the culture says certain things are taboo, there’s always ways around it. Just take some time and be careful.
  • Flirting – Dating is a minefield at the best of times, but when you mix cultures, it can be a ractical suicide mission. Flirting varies wildly. Where a simple, strong statement of intent might go over well with Italians, you might scare off Canadians. Other flirting is less obvious and may go unnoticed by people from bolder cultures. Adjust your flirt level according to the culture of your perspective date.
  • Language – This might seem obvious, but you do want to talk to your date, right? With the proliferation of web translators, you might be shocked when you meet in person. Make sure you have some way of communicating offline as well or you’ll run into an insurmountable obstacle.
  • Meeting – Speaking of meeting, cultures have different expectations. Some are okay with never meeting in person until the wedding; others want to go out for coffee after the first message. Be aware of the norms and be prepared to be flexible yourself.
  • Double Standards – Be careful when you do research. Many cultures have double standards, i.e. a woman is expected to act one way and a man another. Be sure you know who does what before you get too deep.

There are many pitfalls to watch out for in cross-cultural online dating. The web has allowed us to overcome many borders, and cross-cultural dating is just another obstacle to overwhelm. Be sure you know who you are and what you’re looking for and you’ll be fine.

Mary Edwards is one of the contributors and editors for dating websites. She is passionate about thought leadership writing, regularly contributes to various career, social media, public relations, branding, and parenting and online dating community. She can be reached at [email protected]

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SkaDate Features: Getting Ready for Holiday Season

Tuesday, December 13th, 2011

by Zima

Get your SkaDate Dating Software tweaked around in preparation for the holiday season! With all the celebrations quickly approaching, it is important for a website to give out the right vibe, and get the entire community in the right mood. Let’s look at the long list of SkaDate 8 Features and see how we can enhance the holiday spirit with some of them.

I don’t know about you, but when I think about winter holidays, I always think of presents first. Gifts make everyone happier, while perfectly expressing our appreciation, gratitude, or indeed love towards one another.

This makes SkaDate’s Virtual Gifts a must feature for the season. Apart from St. Valentine’s Day, the end-of-year holidays is that time of year when everyone is compelled to actually spend some real cash on gifts, so why not capitalize on that? Give your members something to play with - Christmas, New Year, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa – there’s plenty to choose from for everyone.

Site owners themselves can pose as role models for the community and set an early example by gifting members with additional User Credits. In the right environment this can boost gift-giving, or in the very least, will make users appreciate the admin even more.

Gifts alone, though, will not do the trick. To get the yuletide spirit across we need a full-scale sensory assault. Text, music, graphics – all content should speak to your visitor’s inner child in that magic time of year. I’m not saying you should turn your website into a Coca Cola truck… Although, how cool would that be, admit it we all wanted one!

Anyway, SkaDate dating script is perfectly suitable for handling these holiday transformations. Use Music Upload to make sure your members are welcomed by a cheerful holiday anthem. Add end-of-year Polls and send Mass Mailing greetings to get users talking about the upcoming celebrations. Get new Christmas Games to raise the spirit. Customize the background of our free dating templates, and replace user icons for a better visual impact. Pretty easy for anyone even with elementary programming skills.

Even better, basic customization experience will allow you to add falling snow, Christmas lights or any other decorations to the index page. Just find an appropriate java code and insert it to your site via Template/Index Page in the Admin Configuration area.

Alternatively, if you already feel the holiday fatigue and believe the celebration overkill is unnecessary, (or your name is the Grinch), just create a Custom Page and pile all the party stuff there. This way your dating site will continue serving its intended purpose, but there also be a special place for the rest of us holiday suckers to hang out at.

Either way, holidays are coming, and in a few days there’ll be little chance of escaping them. I say, let’s go with the flow and embrace the avalanche of love heading our way. We are in the online dating industry after all. And the season gives us the opportunity to turn it up to eleven. Actually… Make that twelve.

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