Mae Chan at a glance
- Mae Chan has a population of about 38,000.
- It's part of the Chiang Rai region.
- Bangkok, the largest city in Thailand, is about 714 km away.
- Towns nearby: Chiang Rai (27 km), Chiang Saen (28 km) and Mae Sai (32 km).
Dating by city / Thailand / Chiang Rai region / Mae Chan
Meet people in Mae Chan
Members from Mae Chan and towns within 50 km who make their profile public will appear here.
Where to meet in Mae Chan
Mae Chan 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, Chiang Rai 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.
Questions about dating in Mae Chan
How far around Mae Chan can I search?
Within 50 km of Mae Chan there are 6 towns and cities — Chiang Rai, Ban Khoan and Tachilek among them — with more than 270,000 residents in all. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.
Is online dating in Mae Chan free on YADate?
Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Mae Chan 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 Mae Chan 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. 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 Mae Chan?
Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in Thailand or abroad.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
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First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.