Online Dating Match.com Problems. Photos And Subpoena. Any Similar Experiences?

I registered for a match.com account. It was more of a bogus account that didn’t include much information about myself and didn’t include a picture either, but I got two emails stating that the site has approved my picture. I have since attempted to go on the site to view what pictures the site is referring to however the site has terminated my account and furthermore, I need a subpoena to get more information regarding my account.

Online Dating, Free Vs Paid Experiences?

Sort of a random question, but what sort of success have people found on online dating sites, free vs paid?
My experience has been this – I signed up for a few free sites 2 months ago (okc and pof), talked to a bunch of ladies (mostly not from my city!). In 3 weeks, one girl asked me on a date, though I had to decline as I was not comfortable with the distance/age gap/personality. Recently I just met someone in real life (though only ‘as friends’) – so it took 2 months for any real-life realization.
On the other hand, on a whim I signed up for a paid site (yahoo one) and within 1 week I have a full-fledged date (tomorrow), and several other girls from my city expressing interest.
Also I found that the girls *I* express interest to completely ignore me, so I have to pretty much wait for them to make first contact.
And this question is moreso for the guys, as I’d surmise it’s much easier for girls to find dates.