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Singles in Machala

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A few facts about Machala

  • With about 290,000 people, Machala is one of the ten biggest cities in Ecuador.
  • No town in El Oro is bigger.
  • Quito, the largest city in Ecuador, is about 373 km away.
  • Close by: Guabo (15 km), Pasaje (18 km) and Santa Rosa (22 km).

A first date in Machala

For a first meeting in Machala, keep it simple: coffee in the centre, a walk in a park or along the main street, maybe a small concert. An hour is enough to know whether you want a second date.

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.

Questions about dating in Machala

Who can I meet near Machala?

More than 500,000 people live within 50 km of Machala, in 9 towns and cities including Pasaje, Santa Rosa and Huaquillas. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.

Is there a free dating site in Machala?

Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Machala or anywhere else: you can browse, like, write first and send voice messages or gifts without a subscription or credits. Daily caps exist only to stop spam: up to 40 new conversations a day, for example.

Are the singles around Machala real people?

There are no fake profiles here: YADate doesn't create them or chat on anyone's behalf. Photos go live only after a moderator approves them, every account confirms an email address, and reports are reviewed by people. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.

Can I meet someone who doesn't live in Machala?

Yes. Pick any other city in the filters, at home or abroad, and YADate shows the people there.

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