Random Chat Online: Choose Who You Meet

Pick who you'd like to chat with. Choose as many as you like.

Who do you want to chat with?

Start at step 1 to set up your chat — it only takes a few seconds.

Start at Step 1 →
Everyone!
Female
Male
Trans
Couple
Other
  • Completely block unselected genders from private messaging me. Anyone outside the genders you picked can still talk in the open room, but they can't open a private chat with you at all.
  • Moderate contact from unselected genders. Private messages from genders you didn't pick go to a separate request list instead of popping up. You can accept or ignore them in your own time.
  • Block unselected genders who are guests (no account). Only applies to guests outside your chosen genders. Registered members can still reach you; throwaway guest names can't.

Random, But On Your Terms

Random chat online doesn't have to mean hearing from absolutely anyone. This step sets who can send you private messages. Pick the groups you'd like to meet, as many as you want, or Everyone. People outside your choices can still talk in the open room, but their private messages are blocked or wait in a list.

Most people start with a narrower filter and loosen it later. The setting applies across the site, so it's the same in the free online chat rooms as it is here.

If nobody's around at an odd hour, the chat rooms online lobby pulls in people from every time zone and is rarely empty.

Random Chat Filters: FAQ

Will I only meet the groups I pick?

Your choice controls private messages. The open room is shared by everyone.

Can I pick more than one?

Yes, or tap Everyone.

What if a match is rude?

Block them in one tap and report them if it's harassment or spam.

Can I change this later?

Yes, before you enter.

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