Are dating apps worse because of my age 33F or they have gotten worse?

App Question

Recently, I've felt like Hinge has been pretty awful. Three years ago, I felt like I occasionally would find men that I found kind, consistent, interesting, attractive, emotionally available, made sense for me. I went on dates where even if we didn't connect romantically, the conversation was good, they seemed normal and looking for partnership. It felt like maybe 2-3 times a year, I'd find someone I could potentially be in a relationship with, and I very strongly felt like I could find a partner on the apps. Now at 33, it has been a dumpster fire. The men I have gone out with have been flakier. More socially awkward. I rarely meet a guy who is compatible with me. I'm debating quitting the apps all together because it just doesn't feel like they are worth it anymore. I live in a major US city. I'm not sure if its the enshittification of the apps, or if I'm just aging out to a field where there are less available men my age, and my age is putting me at a disadvantage?

Posted Jul 13, 2026, 4:31 PM UTC · locked

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