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Dating in Salinas

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A few facts about Salinas

  • Salinas is home to about 44,000 people, among the 50 largest places in Ecuador.
  • It's the largest place in the Santa Elena region.
  • It's about 349 km to Quito, the country's largest city.
  • The nearest bigger city is Daule, about 115 km away.
  • Close by: La Libertad (5 km), Santa Elena (10 km) and Playas (78 km).

A first date in Salinas

Salinas is small enough that you may have friends in common, so start with a relaxed coffee in the centre. If you would rather meet away from familiar faces, La Libertad is close by.

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 Salinas: questions and answers

How far around Salinas can I search?

Within 50 km of Salinas there are 3 towns and cities — La Libertad and Santa Elena among them — with more than 160,000 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 Salinas free on YADate?

Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Salinas 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 Salinas real?

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 date someone from outside Salinas?

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

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