Eros Guide Info and Help

GENERAL QUESTIONS

What is the Eros Guide?

The Eros Guide is an online directory for the adult entertainment industry. As an online service provider, we offer advertisers such as agency and independent escorts, masseuses, dominatrices, transsexuals, and tantric professionals the ability to post photos, text, and contact information. All content is the sole responsibility of the advertiser and the Eros Guide does not validate such content. The Eros Guide is NOT an escort agency. We do not endorse and we are not affiliated with any of the advertisers. Please see About Eros for additional information.

How can I get listed/advertise in the Eros Guide?

Visit ErosAds to get answers to all your advertising questions and to submit your ad through our online submission forms!

How often is the Eros Guide updated?

Our advertiser listings are updated seven days a week. Our "What's New" pages are accurate and current, displaying our new and updated listings.

How many locations have an Eros Guide?

The Eros Guide is currently in several dozen locations across the US, Canada and the United Kingdom. Visit our map to see which ones! If you don't see an EG in your location but would like to, please let us know. We open new locations based on feedback from you!

How many listings do you have?

We have thousands, but the number is constantly changing based on our advertiser needs! The best way to see the most listings on the EG is to select the category you'd like on the main page from the left side (e.g. Escorts) and then click the "All" link.

When did the Eros Guide launch its first site?

In 1997 we launched our first site, Eros Guide San Francisco.

Where do you advertise?

We run campaigns on Google, on hundreds of large and local search engines worldwide, and on thousands of industry related and mainstream sites. Campaign placement and content are adjusted regularly with a focus on bringing targeted, high-quality traffic for our advertisers.

We also often place ads in alternative newspapers, and we have advertised in papers like the San Francisco Bay Guardian, the NY Village Voice, the San Diego City Beat, the Boston Phoenix, Montreal's Mirror and Hour, and even London's What's On.

Do you offer a link or banner exchange?

Yes! Click here to get one of our banners and to send us yours.

What's the quickest way to find a page on the EG?

Our main menu pages have a search box in the upper right corner. Our sitemap is also a quick way to find what you're looking for. Just add /sitemapfiles/ to the main url, e.g. www.eros-ny.com/sitemapfiles/

How do I contact the Eros Guide?

If you're an advertiser of ours or have a question about becoming an advertiser, click here to contact us.

If you're a website viewer and have feedback for us, please click here to send it. If you're experiencing problems, please include 1) What web page were you on when you experienced the problem? and 2) If applicable, what button was pushed before issue?

TECHNICAL QUESTIONS

How do I add EG to my browser "favorites?"

If you are using Internet Explorer:
• Go to the Eros Guide in your browser
• Open "Favorites"
• Click on "Add to favorites"
• Click "OK"
• You may also file EG within a folder in your list of Favorites. Click "Create In" to file the page in an existing folder or click "New Folder" to add another folder to your list.

If you are using Firefox
• Go to the Eros Guide in your browser
• Open "Bookmarks"
• Select "Bookmark this page"
• Select the "Add" button

If you're using Opera:
• Go to the Eros Guide in your browser
• Open "Bookmarks"
• Select "Bookmark page"
• Click "Okay"

If you're using Safari:
• Go to the Eros Guide in your browser
• Open "Bookmark"
• Select "Add Bookmark"
• Click "Add"

How do I make EG my browser homepage?

If you're using IE6:
• Go to the Eros Guide  in your browser
• Drag the EG icon in the address bar onto the "Home" button
• Click "Yes" when prompted if you want to set your homepage to the Eros Guide

OR

• Select "Tools" in the browser navigation options
• Choose "Internet Options"
• Select the "General" tab
• In the "Homepage" field, enter http://www.eros-guide.com
• Click the "Apply" button and then choose "OK" to close the "Internet Options" screen

If you're using IE7:
• Select "Tools" in the browser navigation options
• Choose "Internet Options"
• Select the "General" tab
• In the "Homepage" field, enter http://www.eros-guide.com
• Click the "Apply" button and then choose "OK" to close the "Internet Options" screen

If you're using Firefox:
• Click "Tools" in the menu bar
• Choose "Options"
• Select the "Main" tab within the options window
• In the "Homepage" field, enter http://www.eros-guide.com
• Choose "OK" to close the options screen


For Mac users:
If you're using Firefox:
• Click "Firefox" in the menu bar
• Choose "Preferences"
• Select the "Main" tab within the preferences window
• In the "Homepage" field, enter http://www. eros-guide.com
• Close the preferences window

If you're using Safari:
• Click "Safari" in the menu bar
• Choose "Preferences"
• Select the "General" tab within the preferences window
• In the "Homepage" field, enter http://www. eros-guide.com
• Close the preferences window

If you're using Opera:
• Click "Opera" in the menu bar
• Choose "Preferences"
• Select the "General" tab within the preferences window
• In the "Homepage" field, enter http://www. eros-guide.com
• Choose "OK" to close the preferences window

How do I change the on-screen font size?

Most browsers make it easy for you to change the font size on web pages. On a PC hold down the "Ctrl" key and type the "+" key to increase the font size one setting. Continue typing "+" while holding "Ctrl," and it will continue to increase incrementally. To decrease the font size, hold down the "Ctrl" key and the "-" key at the same time.

You can also go to "view > text size > desired size" at the top of your browser.

To change all font sizes permanently, see the section below regarding monitor resolution.

What settings are required for viewing this site?

There are no viewing requirements to access information on the Eros Guide; however, to achieve the best experience, we recommend

Browser:  Firefox 1.0+  (PC and Mac),  IE6+ (PC) or Safari 2.0+ (Mac)
Monitor resolution: 1024 x 768
Javascript: Enabled
Cookies: Enabled

What is my current monitor resolution and how can I change it?

To change your screen resolution and/or font size using Windows, perform the following steps:

1. Right-click on a clear area on your desktop and select "Properties."



2. From the Display Properties dialog box, click Settings.



3. From the Color quality drop-down menu, click to select "Medium (16 bit)."
4. Under Screen resolution, slide to select "1024 by 768 pixels."




5. Click "Advanced."




6. From the DPI setting drop-down menu, click to select "Normal size (96 DPI)."



7. From the "Change DPI Setting" dialog box, click "OK."



8. From the "General" tab, click "Apply."
9. To return to the Display Properties dialog box, click "OK."




10. From the "Display Properties" dialog box, click "Apply."




11. From the "System Settings Change" dialog box, click "Yes" to restart your computer.

How do I determine what kind of browser I have? How do I upgrade it?

Click the "Help" link at the top of your browser window. There should be an "About" option in the list of choices. Click that to see the version and/or release string.

Upgrade your browser

Firefox
Internet Explorer
Safari

Why do you suggest that I enable cookies?

Cookies are very small data files placed on your computer (with your permission) by a web page server. They cannot deliver viruses to your computer.  They tell the website where you've been on that site so that it can intelligently serve up new information to you.

A classic example of a cookie is the online shopping experience of creating a "cart."

We at EG use cookies to remember what the last category you selected was, so when you return, you are taken straight there!

Remember that it is solely your choice as to whether to enable cookies.

How do I enable cookies?

To enable cookies, follow the instructions below for the browser version you are using.

Internet Explorer 6+

1. Select "Internet Options" from the "Tools" menu.
2. Click on the "Privacy" tab.
3. Click the "Default" button (or manually slide the bar down to "Medium") under "Settings."
4. Click "OK."

Internet Explorer 7+

1. Click "Start" and select "Control Panel."
   (Windows XP Classic View - click on Windows Start button and select "Settings" and "Control Panel").
2. Double-click the "Internet Options" icon.
3. Select the "Privacy" tab.
4. Under "Settings," click "Advanced."
5. Check "Override automatic cookie handling" under "Cookies" in the "Advanced Privacy Settings" window.
6. Under "First-party Cookies," select "Accept."
7. Under "Third-party Cookies," select "Accept."
8. Check "Always allow session cookies."
9. Click "OK."
10. Click "OK to exit."
    
    

Firefox 1.5

1. From the "Tools" menu, select "Options."
2. From "Options," select the "Privacy" option.
3. Select the "Cookies" tab and click the checkbox for "Allow sites to set Cookies."
4. Click "OK" and close the "Options" dialog box.
5. Close and restart the browser.
   
   

Firefox 2.0

1. Go to the "Tools" menu.
2. Select "Options".
3. Select the "Privacy" tab
4. Check the box corresponding to "Accept cookies from sites".
5. Click "OK" to save changes.
   
   

Safari

1. From the Safari menu, click "Preferences."
2. From the "Security" dialog box, go to "Accept Cookies," click to select "Always."
3. Click "Close."
   
   

Opera

1. From the Opera menu, select "Tools" (Mac users select "Opera"), then select "Preferences."
2. Click the "Advanced" tab.
3. Select "Cookies" from the options in the left panel.
4. Select one of the following from the "Normal" cookies menu.
5. "Treat as specified in Server Manager"
6. Click the "Manage Cookies" button.
7. Click the "New" button.
• Enter the Eros Guide city url you use, e.g. www.eros-ny.com
8. Uncheck the box next to "Use default cookie settings."
9. Check the box next to "Accept cookies for server/domain."
10. Click "OK."
11. Click "Close."
12. Click "OK."
    
    

Why would I want to clear my cookies and cache? How do I clear my cookies and cache?

Most browsers hold a saved copy of visited webpages. Clearing your browser's cache and/or cookies can resolve a number of problems you may be experiencing while using the Eros Guide or other sites on the web. Instructions for clearing your cache and cookies are different for each browser type.
To clear your cache and cookies, please follow the steps below.

• Internet Explorer 6.x - Windows
• Internet Explorer 7.x - Windows
• Firefox 1.x - Windows
• Firefox 2.x - Windows
• Firefox 1.x - Mac
• Firefox 2.x - Mac
• Safari 2.x

Internet Explorer 6.x - Windows

1. Select "Tools" and then "Internet Options."
2. Click on the "Delete Files" button in the "Temporary Internet file" section of the window.
3. The "Delete Files" confirmation window is displayed. Click "OK" (Usually it's not necessary to check "Delete offline content").

Internet Explorer 7.x - Windows

1. Select "Tools" and then "Internet Options."
2. Click on the "General" tab and then the "Delete..." button.
3. Click the "Delete files..." button and then "Yes" on the "Delete Files" confirmation window.
4. Click the "Close" button and then the "OK" button.

Firefox 1.5 - Windows

1. Click on "Tools" and then "Options."
2. Click on the "Privacy" icon.
3. View the "Cache" tab and click on "Clear Cache Now."

Firefox 2.x - Windows

1. Click on "Tools" and then "Options."
2. Click on the "Privacy" icon.
3. Click on "Clear Now" under the "Private Data" section.
4. Click on the "OK" button to return to browsing.

Firefox 1.5 - Mac

1. Click on "Firefox" and "Preferences."
2. Click on the "Privacy" icon.
3. View the "Cache" tab and click on "Clear Cache Now."

Firefox 2.x - Mac

1. Click on "Firefox" and "Preferences."
2. Click on the "Privacy" icon.
3. Click on "Clear Now" under the "Private Data" section.
4. Click on the red close window button to return to browsing.

Safari 2.x - Mac

1. Click on "Safari" and then "Empty Cache."
2. A window will appear asking if you want to clear your cache. Click on "Empty."

Why would I want to enable javascript on my browser? How can I enable javascript?

Though all elements of our site are visible without javascript, it's much less usable and easy to view if javascript is disabled. This is true of most websites today. Our ad photo galleries, printable versions of the ads, and much of our navigation functions seamlessly with javascript enabled.

Enjoy your web experience! Here's how.


Internet Explorer 6

1. Select "Tools" from the top menu
2. Choose "Internet Options"
3. Click on the "Security" tab.
4. Click on "Custom Level."
5. Scroll down until you see section labeled "Scripting."
6. Under "Active Scripting," select "Enable."
7. Click "OK "to save changes.
8. Close and restart Internet Explorer.

Internet Explorer 7

1. Select "Tools" from the top menu
2. Choose "Internet Options"
3. Click on the "Security" tab.
4. Click on "Custom Level."
5. Scroll down until you see section labeled "Active Scripting."
6. Select "Enable" and click "OK."
7. Click "OK" to save changes.
8. Confirm "Yes" and click "OK."
9. Close and restart the browser.

Firefox 1.5

1. Start Firefox.
2. From the Tools menu, select "Options."
3. From the "Options" dialog that opens, select "Content."
4. Click the "Enable Javascript" checkbox.
5. Click "OK."
6. Close and Re-open Firefox.

Firefox 2.0

1. From the Tools menu, select "Options."
2. From the "Options" dialog that opens, choose the "Content" tab
3. Click the "Enable Javascript" checkbox.
4. Click "OK."
5. Close and Re-open Firefox.

Safari

1. Select "Safari" and then "Preferences."
2. Click on "Security" in the top row of the new window.
3. Check the checkbox for "Enable JavaScript."
4. Click on the red dot in the upper left corner to close the window.
5. Close and re-open Safari.

Opera

1. From the "Opera" menu, select "Tools" (Mac users select "Opera"), then select "Preferences."
2. Click the "Advanced" tab.
3. Select "Content" from the options in the left panel.
4. Check the box next to "Enable JavaScript."
5. Click OK.
   

How can I be sure I'm not looking at out of date pages?

To force the browser to refresh all images and content on a page, press the shift key and click the "Refresh/Reload" button at the same time to force your browser window to refresh.

To force Internet Explorer to refresh every time a page loads

• Click on "Tools," then choose "Internet Options."
• Click the "General" tab.
• Click on the "Settings" button. Under "Check for new versions of stored pages" click the option for "Every visit to the page" then click "OK" twice.

To force Firefox to refresh every time a page loads
• Choose "Edit" from the menu bar
• Select "Preferences."
• On the left side of the window for Preferences, there are several categories to choose from. Under the category "Advanced", select the option "Cache".
• Change the Disk cache amount to 0, and click the option for "Every time", then click OK.

The screen looks squished or stretched...

From time to time a page may not display as you would wish. This can be caused by issues such as missing graphics or elements being stored (known as cached) from a previous session.

If you run into any such problems then it is best to completely refresh your page. To do this either hit the refresh icon in your browser tool bar or, on your keyboard, press Ctrl and F5 together.

If this doesn't work, scroll up to read our section on clearing your cache.

How to Disable Common Firewalls / Pop-Up Blockers

The Eros Guide does not sell pop-up space to advertisers. We only use pop-ups to alert you that you're leaving the site or to give you important information.

Most firewalls and pop-up blockers give you the option of permitting individual sites or pages to display fully while keeping pop-up blocking turned on for all others.

Listed below are some of the most popular pop-up blocking software packages and instructions to enable pop-up windows with them. There are dozens of pop-up blocking software packages, but we have chosen the most popular. Generally, most pop-up blockers will install themselves either within the browser toolbar, or within the Windows Taskbar along the bottom right corner of your screen.

Depending upon what is installed on your computer, it is possible that you may have more than one pop-up blocker running.

Please note that we are not recommending that you make general changes to your security settings, since we don't know your level of experience with your system--we are just passing on links to information that might be useful to you. Remember that it is solely your choice as to how you choose and/or implement your security settings. If you choose to make more extensive adjustments than just adding our site to your permissions, or if you're not sure how to do that either, please enlist the help of an experienced computer consultant first.

Norton Internet Security/Firewall Pop-up Blocker

To disable pop-up blocking in Norton's Internet Security/Firewall, do the following:

1. Bring up Norton Internet Security's/Firewall's main window. This can be accomplished by opening the Windows Start menu, selecting Programs (or All Programs) and then Norton Firewall. A window like the following should appear: 
2. Click on the Ad Blocking line.
3. Click on the Turn Off button.
4. Close the window.
   
   

 

AOL Toolbar

The AOL Toolbar is available from America On-Line as part of their service's offerings. It appears in the browser as follows:


The following icon is the pop-up blocker:


To allow pop-ups to appear, merely click on the icon. You should now see the following:

Google Toolbar

The Google Toolbar is provided by Google to facilitate searching the web, as well as providing pop-up blocking. This pop-up blocker is part of a menu bar and appears in the browser as follows:


The following icon is the pop-up blocker:


To allow pop-ups to appear, merely click on the icon. You should now see the following:

Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)

With the release of Microsoft's service pack 2 for Windows XP, pop-up blocking is now directly integrated into Internet Explorer. Note that, by default, pop-up blocking is enabled within Internet Explorer.

To disable the pop-up blocker while on the site, open the Tools menu, select the Pop-up Blocker option, and select the Turn Off Pop-up Blocker option (as shown below):

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MSN Toolbar

MSN Toolbar is the also provided by Microsoft, as part of their online services. This pop-up blocker is part of a menu bar and appears in the browser as follows:


The following icon is the pop-up blocker:


To disable pop-up blocking, click on the down arrow to the right of the text, which will bring up the following menu:

Click on either the Allow Pop-ups or the Allow Pop-ups for this Site option.

Pop-Up Stopper

Unlike the other software detailed above, this program is designed solely for preventing pop-ups. When running, it displays an icon in the lower right corner of your Start Menu taskbar (usually near the clock), and appears as follows:


The following icon controls Pop-Up Stopper:

To disable pop-up blocking, right-click on the icon and the following menu will appear on the screen:

Click on the Block pop-up ad windows option to remove the checkmark beside it.

PopUpCop

Like Pop-Up Stopper above, this program is designed solely for preventing pop-ups. This pop-up blocker is part of a menu bar and appears in the browser as follows:


To disable pop-up blocking, click on the arrow to the right of the yellow badge, and a menu will appear with a list of options, as follows:

Click on either the Disable PopUpCop or the Allow popups from this site... option.

Yahoo! Toolbar

The Yahoo! Toolbar is available from Yahoo! as part of their service's offerings. It appears in the browser as follows:


The following icon is the pop-up blocker:

To disable pop-up blocking, click on the down arrow beside the icon to bring up its menu, as follows:

Click on the Enable Pop-Up Blocker option to remove the checkmark beside it, disabling the pop-up blocking.

Mozilla

Mozilla's pop-up blocker is integrated into the browser, much like the pop-up blocker for Internet Explorer. To disable the pop-up blocker:

1. Open the Tools menu and click on Options. The following window will appear:
   
    
2. Click on the Web Features icon in the list on the left.
3. Remove the checkmark from beside the Block Popup Windows option.
4. Click OK to close the window.

Opera

Opera's pop-up blocker is integrated into the browser, much like the pop-up blocker for Internet Explorer. To disable the pop-up blocker:

1. From the Tools menu, select the Preferences option. The following window will appear:
   
    
2. Click on the Windows option in the left-hand list in the window.
3. Select the Open all pop-ups option in the Pop-ups list.
4. Click the OK button to close the window.

Safari 1.2

Safari's pop-up blocker is integrated into the browser, much like the pop-up blocker for Internet Explorer. To disable the pop-up blocker:

1. Open the Safari menu and select the Preferences option.
2. In the window that displays, click on the Security option.
3. Remove the checkmark from the Block pop-up windows option.
4. Close the window.

Once this is done, then you should be able to use the online system properly. Once you are finished using the online system, you can go back into the above window again to turn on the pop-up blocker.