Fort Lauderdale at a glance
- About 180,000 people live in Fort Lauderdale.
- It's part of Florida.
- It's about 1068 miles to New York, the country's largest city.
- Towns nearby: Sunrise (2 miles), Lauderhill (5 miles) and Plantation (6 miles).
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Meet people in Fort Lauderdale
Looking for a date, something serious or new friends in Fort Lauderdale? Create a profile and you could be the first local on this page.
Where to meet in Fort Lauderdale
Ask the other person to pick their favourite café in Fort Lauderdale. It tells you something about them, and they will feel at ease on familiar ground.
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 Fort Lauderdale: questions and answers
How far around Fort Lauderdale can I search?
More than 3.8 million people live within 30 miles of Fort Lauderdale, in 67 towns and cities including Miami, Hialeah and Pembroke Pines. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 5 miles to 300 miles, or “Any distance”.
Is online dating in Fort Lauderdale free on YADate?
Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Fort Lauderdale or anywhere else: you can browse, like, write first and send voice messages or gifts without a subscription or credits. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.
Are the profiles near Fort Lauderdale 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. 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 Fort Lauderdale?
Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in the United States 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
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
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.