What does it mean if a guy says he doesn’t care if you talk to other dudes?

[Anonymous]

But clearly gets jealous/upset over other dudes trying to talk to you?

[inhua]

it's virtue signaling to mitigate competition anxiety whether he's lying to you or himself.

it's the also same tactic that some guys use to gaslight other guys so they can have some chance at trying to "steal" his girl from him.

[UniquelyBasic]

he's trying to not be seen as controlling or the jealous type even though he gets jealous.

[Anonymous]

It means you’re playing yourself and should get a man who actually cares what you do.

[aaron210419]

He doesn't respect you, so show yourself some respect and let him go

[Anonymous]

It means you're not a very nice person and he should move on.