There is no protocol

It says on each person's profile if they're interested in meeting people and what kind of people they are interested in. If you fit that criteria why not. I personally would have a few conversations first maybe follow them, then send them a message like are you interested in chatting. Everyone seems pretty mature here so just be respectful and what do you have to lose besides being rejected and hating yourself for trying lol I'm kidding.

What you do, see, is you search all her posts and comments and then leave your own comment on all her posts and comments, and she's bound to take note, and be awestruck by your intellect. The rest, as they say, is the hard part.

Message directly. Just keep in mind that the site will randomly delete your PM's. I had a long chain conversation just up and disappear. I've received several introductory messages, I reply, no response. Not sure whether the site made the message go poof or what happened.

just message directly, I would add the proviso to check that she wants to meet people.

Just don't start conversation with a dick pic..maybe after 3rd date that would be ok...

You might join in a group or two. It lets people get to know each other between one-on-one and the entire mob.

My guess is to approach it like any other attempt at breaking the ice-do your research, pick your moment, tighten your chin strap, and go for it.

I think as long as the message is on the friendly side, and not smutty, sure, why not message directly! Take a risk!

Sure! That's how it's done.

But the reason the most interesting women might seem to live across the world from you, is likely because someone living near you might seem ordinary.
Someone from Tasmania? Exciting! Someone from nearby .. maybe not so much.

Message the lucky ladies and see what happens

Have you ever talked to a stranger before?

Nothing ventured, nothing gained.

You can message people directly.

What they said.

You may message anyone you want, if they message you back is up to them.