Why do women on dating sites not even reply in messages

I've been looking at match.com and if I find a funny profile or something that really makes me smile, I message them and say than you, it was very funny. Or I love your smile in such and such picture, then I tell them I hope they are having a very good day. It's not like I'm asking them out or being creepy or anything. Am I?

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chrisCA · M

Guys have to work harder on dating sites. To stand out from the crowd.
Women get so many messages, so they can afford to be choosy.
Don't comment on their pics early during the initial chats. They are used to it.

convertedshell · 46-50, M

@chris62ca: Well that's not all I'm doing. It's not like I'm hitting on them from their picture. I'm an honest person. If I like how your smile really looks on you, I'm going to say it. But I get your point. Can't expect those ones to respond. I'm sure they get lots.