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The 11 best dating apps for women who want real connections in 2026

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The 11 best dating apps for women who want real connections in 2026

Tired of burnout and bots? We tested the safest, most effective apps for finding a real partner.

Tabitha Britt

Freelance Writer

Tabitha Britt is an award-winning freelance journalist, editor, and SEO/AEO strategist. Aside from reviewing dating apps and sex toys for Mashable, Tabitha is also the founding editor-in-chief of DO YOU ENDO — a digital magazine by individuals with endometriosis, for individuals with endometriosis. She has a Master's degree in Creative Publishing and Critical Journalism from The New School for Social Research and is a grad of Sextech School. You can find more of her work in various online publications, including National Geographic, Glamour, Better Homes & Gardens, and Everyday Health.

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on February 28, 2026

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