You can change your email address on the "edit your profile" page. Here you can change some other information including search preferences, address and other preferences about your daily routines, habits, hobbies etc.

After you've made your changes, click "Save" at the bottom of the page to save.

What is the purpose behind Instant Messenger, how do i get benefit from it?

This application is a faster way of communicating to other members of the site who are online. Its lists all the members who are online. When you send message, recipient will receive message and would reply. If unfortunately recipient doesn't receive message for some reason, then that message will be send to his onsite message Inbox.

How does "My Matches" works?

My Matches works according to the basic profile and "search preferences" at the bottom of the "edit profile" page.

When someone emails me, where does the email go and how do I respond?

When a member sends you a note, it goes straight into your onsite message Inbox. We then send an email to your personal email address to let you know that it's there.

To read the note, simply login to the site and go to your Inbox. If you decide to write back, simply click "reply", write your own note and send away. Your note will go straight into the member's onsite Inbox, and we'll let them know it's there with an email to their personal email address.

All communications with other members stay onsite so that you never have to give out any personal information until you feel completely ready. Then when you are, you can exchange phone numbers and even meet in person.

How do I edit my profile? How do I hide my profile?

To update your profile, click "Edit Profile" in Members Panel menu. Be sure to save your changes at the bottom of the screen when you're done.

Try to put your best foot forward with at least one photo and snappy, detailed essays about your interests. The photo is key since most people feel more comfortable writing to members they can see. Try to stay positive in your essays and let the real you shine.

To hide your profile, select "No" for the option "Other members can see when I'm online?" on the "Edit Profile" page . Keep in mind, however, that members who are most active on the site keep their profile visible in all places because it ups their chances of connecting with people. And you never know, someone special may be looking for you and never get to find you if your profile is hidden.

When I suspend my membership, does it end my subscription? Can I put my subscription on hold?

No. Once you purchase a subscription, it will remain active for the remainder of your initial term.

Membership Details

In order to avoid spamming and also for giving opportunity to serious spouse seekers, the following membership options are being provided.

Free Membership: All those who register in Vivahamitra get a free membership for 365 days, however members will not be able to send messages or express interest.

Silver Membership: A registered member who has completed all the profile details and has also uploaded his / her picture will get a Membership with all features for three month duration - if he / she has introduced another new member (who should also have a complete profile and their picture uploaded)

Gold Membership: A registered member who has completed all the profile details and has also uploaded his / her picture will get a Membership with all features for six month duration - if he / she has introduced two new members (who should also have complete profiles and their pictures uploaded).

Diamond Membership: A registered member who has completed all the profile details and has also uploaded his / her picture will get a Membership with all features for One Year duration - if he / she has introduced four new members (who should also have complete profiles and their pictures uploaded).

Featured Profile: A nominal charge of Rs.100 for three months will be charged if a member wishes to be part of the featured profile category.

I can`t Introduce, but can Donate: You can also avail of any of the above membership levels without introducing anyone by donating the respective amounts - Silver (Rs.500/- or $15), Gold (Rs.1000/- or $30), Diamond (Rs. 1500/- or $45) and include Rs. 100 or $3, if you want your profile to be Featured too!.

Online Payments can be made through Paypal (Secure and 128 bit encrypted), in US dollars only.

If you want to make payments in Indian Rupees you can make a deposit or online transfer to the following ICICI Bank a/c:

A/c No. : 602301512115
Name : Kamala Janakiraman
Bank : ICICI Bank
Branch : West Mambalam, Chennai - 600 033
IFSC: ICIC0006023

and please inform us (vivahamitra@gmail.com) without fail, so we can upgrade your account.

For further assistance please contact us.