How to Reply When She Says She's Not Used to Talking to Guys From Apps
She said she's not used to talking to guys from apps. Here's how to reply so she feels safe enough to keep the conversation going.
When someone says she's not used to talking to guys from apps, she's usually telling you two things at once. She's a bit nervous, and she's giving you a reason to slow down. It's a soft signal, not a rejection. Most of the time she's just being honest about her experience and checking how you'll react.
The worst response is to over-reassure, pile on compliments, or try to prove you're trustworthy. That makes the moment feel heavier than it is. A better reply treats her comment as normal information, responds to it calmly, and then gives her something easy to answer.
A good reply does three things. It acknowledges what she said without making it a big deal, it lowers the pressure, and it keeps the conversation moving in a direction she can enjoy.
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A line like this is almost always playful. The lol and the bear with me tell you she's trying to keep things light while admitting she feels a bit exposed. She's giving you a clue about what she needs, which is to not be rushed and to not be judged for being new to this. You don't need to solve anything. You just need to show that her comment didn't alarm you.
Pay attention to how much she shares. If she goes on about past bad experiences, she's telling you the bar for feeling comfortable is higher than usual. If she keeps it to one line, she probably just wants to flag it and see what you do with it. Match her energy and don't add more weight than she put in.
Keep the reply lighter than her message
Her comment is a small vulnerability. Your reply should be at the same weight or a touch lighter. Reply with a short, easy line that accepts what she said and makes it feel normal. A bit of humour works well here because it signals you're relaxed. Avoid any line that makes the comment sound significant.
Then hand the conversation back. She shared something about herself, so ask a light question about her, not about the apps or her past. The goal is that she feels she can keep talking without having to explain herself further.
Let her set the pace for the next few days
If she replies warmly, keep going at the same speed she is. Ask a question, share something small about your day, and let the thread build naturally over a few exchanges. Don't move to phone calls, meeting plans, or intimate topics just because the chat feels good. Her comment suggests she wants to build trust gradually, and rushing it will undo the calm you created.
If her replies get shorter after this, don't chase. A drop in energy after she mentions feeling unsure is normal. Give it a day or two and send a light message that doesn't ask for anything. If she keeps the thread alive, you're fine. If she goes quiet for a week, let it go.
Why these replies fail
“Oh don't worry, I'm really not like that at all, you can totally trust me 😊”
It reads as a defensive response to a comment she didn't make as an accusation, and it puts trust front and centre too early.
“That's so brave of you to say! Honestly you're so refreshing, I love that you're being real with me”
The praise is heavy and the word brave makes a small admission sound like a big deal she now has to live up to.
“Totally fair! So what happened with the last guys you talked to on here?”
It agrees and then immediately asks about her past, which pushes her to share more than she's comfortable with.
Common mistakes
- Making a big deal out of her comment or asking why she's not used to it
- Over-apologising or saying you'll go slow, which turns it into a heavy topic
- Compliments that feel like pressure, like telling her how refreshing she is
- Replying with a long message when she sent a short one
- Jumping straight to asking to meet or to a big personal question
Questions people ask
- What does it mean when she says she's not used to talking to guys from apps?
- It usually means she's a bit nervous and wants to go at a comfortable pace. It's not a rejection. She's giving you context about her experience and checking how you respond. Treat it as normal information and keep the tone relaxed.
- Should I ask her why she's not used to it?
- Usually not in the first reply. Asking why turns the comment into a topic she has to explain. If she wants to share more, she will, and you can ask gently later. For now, keep the focus on something light and let her pick what to say next.
- Should I tell her I'll go slow?
- Saying it out loud often makes things feel heavier. A better approach is to actually go at a steady pace and let your messages show it. Keep replies easy, avoid rushing into personal or intimate topics, and she'll notice the difference without you naming it.
- What if she stops replying after she says this?
- Give it a day or two, then send one light message that doesn't ask for anything or push a plan. If she responds warmly, carry on at the same pace. If there's still silence after that, let the conversation rest. A quiet week usually means she's not interested, and pushing won't change that.
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