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Singles in Pyeongchang

Members from Pyeongchang and towns within 50 km who make their profile public will appear here.

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A few facts about Pyeongchang

  • Pyeongchang has a population of about 9,900.
  • It lies in Gangwon-do.
  • Seoul, the largest city in South Korea, is about 127 km away.
  • The nearest bigger city is Wŏnju, about 40 km away.
  • Close by: Hongch’ŏn (57 km), Gangneung (60 km) and Chungju (60 km).

Where to meet in Pyeongchang

In a small place like Pyeongchang, many people date someone from a nearby town too. Meeting halfway — in Wŏnju, 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 Pyeongchang: questions and answers

Who can I meet near Pyeongchang?

Within 50 km of Pyeongchang there are 3 towns and cities — Wŏnju and Neietsu among them — with more than 360,000 residents in all. You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 10 km up to 500 km — or choose “Any distance”.

Is there a free dating site in Pyeongchang?

Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Pyeongchang and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. Daily caps exist only to stop spam: up to 40 new conversations a day, for example.

Are the singles around Pyeongchang 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. 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 Pyeongchang?

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

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