Anonymity done properly
Social media ties everything you say to your face and your friends list. Anonymous Chat does the opposite. You choose any nickname, change it whenever you want with /nick, and leave no profile behind.
That makes it easier to ask embarrassing questions, talk about mental load, or share opinions you would never post publicly.
How anonymous is it?
Other users see only your nickname. The network hides part of your connection address from other users. Like all online services, the network itself keeps short-lived technical logs to fight spam and abuse, so anonymity is not a licence to harm others. For more detail, read our privacy policy.
Keep yourself anonymous
The biggest risk to your anonymity is you. Do not mention your full name, college, workplace, or post photos with identifiable details. If you want to talk about a sensitive topic, Stranger Chat is a good place to find a listening ear.
How to join Anonymous Chat
Pick a nickname
Type any name in the chat window. No email, phone number or password.
Say hello
You land in the room straight away. Say hi and mention where you are from.
Go private or go full screen
Tap a name to chat one-to-one, or open the full-screen chat for an app-like view.
Use the chat window at the top of this page. On a phone, open the full-screen chat for the most room to type.
Anonymous Chat is part of Cafe Chat, India's coffee-house chat. Every room runs on the same ChatLife IRC network, so you can hop between them with /join or browse the full list of chat rooms.
Anonymous Chat FAQ
Is Anonymous Chat really anonymous?
Other users only see your nickname. No account or personal details are required to join.
Can I change my nickname?
Yes, type /nick newname at any time.
Is anonymous chat safe?
It is moderated, and you can ignore anyone. Never share personal details or money with people you meet online.