Text chat with strangers
Sometimes you just want to type. Text chat lets you have real conversations with strangers around the world with nothing but a keyboard — no camera, no microphone, no video call nerves.
Why text chat beats video for many people
Text chat is lower pressure and easier to dip into. There is no camera to worry about, no outfit to plan and no awkward first frame. You can chat from the sofa, the bus or between meetings — completely anonymously.
Because you are not reading faces, the conversation focuses on the words. Many people find text chat conversations are more thoughtful and more personal than video, especially with strangers.
How random text chat works
Press Start and you enter the text queue. The matchmaker pairs you with a compatible stranger — preferring people who share your interests. Your messages are relayed live and are not stored, so the chat is gone the moment you leave.
When you need a change of scene, press Next and you are immediately matched with a new person. It is the fastest way in the world to meet many different people in a single afternoon.
Icebreakers and games to keep it fun
Text chat can stall if neither person has anything to say. That is why we built conversation games into the chat window. Start an icebreaker game and you will both get prompts — questions, challenges and conversation starters that turn an awkward pause into a real exchange.
For inspiration away from the app, our icebreaker question guide has 25 ready-to-use openers, and our etiquette guide covers how to chat with strangers respectfully.
Text chat is completely anonymous
There is no account, no name and no profile photo. A random session id lives only in your browser. If you want to remain fully invisible, text chat is the mode for you — no camera, no mic, no trace. Learn more about our privacy-first approach on the privacy policy page.
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- Talk to strangers
- Random chat
- Anonymous chat
- Chat by interest
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a camera to use text chat?
No. Text chat needs only a keyboard. Camera and microphone are never required. - Are my messages saved?
No. Text messages are relayed live between you and your partner and are not stored. - Can I switch to video chat later?
Yes. You can stop the text chat and start a video chat anytime. Both modes are free.