Social networking is a relatively new phenomenon and has become wildly popular across the internet. Networking allows individuals with similar interests to socialize and meet and is global in nature. In the UK where bingo, both online bingo and land based, is extremely popular a few online bingo websites are taking advantage of this phenomenon.

Online bingo is very social by nature and most online bingo websites feature very lively chat rooms where players converse with each other while playing. Many online bingo sites have special chat games in addition to their regular games. Taking a cue from social networking sites like Facebook some sites are setting up networks complete with picture uploading and the ability to cultivate a circle of friends.

The UK based online bingo site, Wink Bingo has just launched WinkMe a bingo related social networking site geared towards online bingo players. Like many social networking sites WinkMe offers the ability to share photos, create a profile with personal information, celebrity gossip, tips on health, and cooking tips. Members of WinkMe can join bingo leagues and compete against one another. Although the focus is on bingo it is perfectly acceptable to engage in dialog and discussions unrelated to bingo.

For male online bingo fans social networking presents astounding possibilities. Since about 80% or more of all online bingo players are women men should have no trouble meeting women with similar interests. In the world of online bingo men are outnumbered by 5 to one creating an astounding opportunity!

It is more than likely that many other online bingo sites will create networks similar to WinkMe. The internet is constantly changing and the future of online bingo has never been better.