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Dating in Sandakan

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A few facts about Sandakan

  • With about 440,000 inhabitants, Sandakan is one of the 50 largest places in Malaysia.
  • It's part of Sabah.
  • It's about 1846 km to Kuala Lumpur, the country's largest city.
  • Towns nearby: Taman Rajawali (10 km), Kinabatangan (41 km) and Lahad Datu (94 km).

Where to meet in Sandakan

For a first meeting in Sandakan, 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 Sandakan

How far around Sandakan can I search?

Within 50 km of Sandakan there are 3 towns and cities — Kinabatangan and Taman Rajawali among them — with more than 450,000 residents in all. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.

Is online dating in Sandakan free on YADate?

Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Sandakan 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 Sandakan 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. Anyone who asks for money or pushes you to move to another app straight away is worth reporting.

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

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

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