What video adds that text can't
You see a real face
A smile, a laugh, a wave — video shows you the person behind the screen in a way text never can.
The ice breaks itself
No staring at a blank message box. Say hey out loud and the conversation is already moving.
The whole world, live
Meet strangers from different countries face-to-face and hear how they really sound.
Video vs. text chat
Face-to-face in three taps
Tap start
No signup to jump in. One tap puts you in the queue.
Allow your camera
Your browser asks once so you can go on video. Nothing is saved to your device.
Meet someone new
You are matched face-to-face with a stranger. Tap next any time for a new face.
Chat with confidence
One-on-one & private
Every chat is just you and one other person, anonymous until you choose to share more.
Leave in one tap
The next button ends any match instantly — no awkward goodbyes, no pressure to stay.
Report bad actors
If someone breaks the rules, open their profile and report them from there, so the community stays friendly.
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Video chat FAQ
Say hey, face-to-face
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