The majority of them don’t ever reply, the few that do put zero effort into the conversation and often just want ~~money~~ sex. Once in a while a ~~wo~~man agrees to meet then just doesn’t. What the actual fuck? How do you ~~guys~~ girls handle this bullshit?

To be fair, I heard very similar stories (see the minor edits) from my dates. Apparently, dating sites suck for both sides. Low effort, low result.

It helps your own sanity and attractivity to not generalize and act as if the other person is genuinely decent. If they are not, move on. If they are, at least you did not screw them up for the faults of other people.

Yes, lots of women are interested in actually dating, but many, like you, suspect every other person to be a horrible experience. So each side is busy with their negative expectations and fears, plays defensively. And of course, the asymmetry does not help either.

Generally, I think it makes sense to slow down or stop or change if what you are doing becomes too frustrating for you.

Or maybe my experiences don't translate well to your area/bubble/whatever. You could talk to your female friends and see what their experiences are.

I think the women you are looking for aren't on Tinder. Dating sites are dominated by fake profiles, bots and grifters.

Low effort swiping leads to low effort trash interactions. Get on some different sites.

Unfortunately the dating apps are mostly enshitified at this point.

See if you can find an IRL club to join with people who share an interest. You might meet someone interesting that way.

How did you find people who reviewed stuff in exchange for money?

Delete all dating apps, and most social media. For me, I don't have apps for Instagram or Facebook on my phone but will log in in the browser if I need to contact someone.

I found that dating apps were not good for my self-esteem and were therefore counter-productive. It's like speed-rejection on a daily basis.

You just have to get out and find activities you enjoy where you can also meet people. Dating apps were not a good tool for meeting people for me. I had success with coed sports though.

Just forget about chasing women for a bit and work on yourself, which happens to also include some coed activities. Some areas have kickball, coed softball is everywhere, get out there and do something, build up confidence instead of letting dating apps and social media drag you down.

yea man, women are just another breed

Sounds like you have major insecurities.

Also, try other platforms than Tinder, like Boo.