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Dating in Porto Novo

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About Porto Novo

  • With about 11,000 people, Porto Novo is one of the ten biggest cities in Cabo Verde.
  • It's about 285 km to Praia, the country's largest city.
  • The nearest bigger city is Mindelo, about 17 km away.
  • Close by: Pombas (15 km), Tarrafal de São Nicolau (91 km) and Ribeira Brava (93 km).

A first date in Porto Novo

In a small place like Porto Novo, many people date someone from a nearby town too. Meeting halfway — in Mindelo, for example — keeps it easy for both of you.

Staying safe

  • Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
  • Never send money to people you met online.
  • Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.

Dating in Porto Novo: questions and answers

How far around Porto Novo can I search?

Within 50 km of Porto Novo there are 3 towns and cities — Mindelo and Pombas among them — with more than 81,000 residents in all. You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 10 km up to 500 km — or choose “Any distance”.

Is online dating in Porto Novo free on YADate?

Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Porto Novo and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.

Are the profiles near Porto Novo real?

YADate never creates fake profiles or writes on behalf of people who don't exist. A moderator checks every photo before it appears, every member confirms an email address, and any profile can be reported. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.

Can I date someone from outside Porto Novo?

Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in Cabo Verde or abroad.

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