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Meet people in Troy, New York

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About Troy

  • Troy has a population of about 50,000.
  • It lies in New York.
  • It's about 140 miles to New York, the country's largest city.
  • The nearest bigger city is Springfield, about 71 miles away.
  • Close by: West Albany (5 miles), Albany (6 miles) and Clifton Park (10 miles).

Where to meet in Troy

Troy 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, West Albany 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 Troy: questions and answers

How far around Troy can I search?

Within 30 miles of Troy there are 25 towns and cities — Albany, West Albany and Schenectady among them — with more than 620,000 residents in all. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 5 miles to 300 miles, or “Any distance”.

Is online dating in Troy free on YADate?

Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Troy 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 Troy 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 meet someone who doesn't live in Troy?

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

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