Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! RandomChat is 100% free forever. All features including video chat, live translation in 100+ languages, text messaging, and private password-protected rooms are completely free. There are no premium plans, no hidden costs, and no subscription fees.

Yes, but it takes just a few seconds and it's free. Sign in with Google, Apple, or a username and password — whichever you prefer. We never ask for your email, phone number, real name, or any personal information, so your anonymity toward chat partners is fully preserved.

RandomChat works on all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. It works on both desktop and mobile devices. No downloads or plugins required.

No. Omegle closed on November 8, 2023, and RandomChat is not affiliated with it. RandomChat is an independent free random chat that works in a similar way: you are matched with a random stranger and can press Next at any time. It also adds live translation in more than 100 languages, private rooms and a text-only mode.

Yes. Create a private room, set an optional password and share the room ID with your friend. Video calls in private rooms are free, need no download and work on phones as well as on computers.

Not in the classic sense. Instead of one crowded chat room, RandomChat connects you with one random person at a time for a video or text chat. If you want a room of your own, you can create a private chat room for you and the people you invite.

Select your preferred language before starting a chat. When you receive a message in another language, it's automatically translated in real-time. You'll see both the original message and the translation. We support 100+ languages through Google Translate API.

Absolutely! You can use text-only chat if you prefer. When your browser asks for camera/microphone permissions, you can decline and still enjoy text conversations with automatic translation.

Private rooms let you chat with specific people instead of random strangers. Create a room, optionally set a password, and share the room ID with friends. They can join using the "Join Room" feature. Great for private conversations!

We prioritize your safety. RandomChat is designed for anonymity - we don't store chat logs, record video, or collect personal data. You can skip any conversation instantly. Check our Safety Tips page for best practices when chatting with strangers.

No. Video streams are peer-to-peer (directly between you and your chat partner) and are never recorded. Text messages are not stored after delivery. When you end a chat, the conversation is gone forever.

Very little. We collect only basic technical data needed to make the service work: connection timestamps, language preference, and anonymous analytics. We don't collect names, emails, chat content, or video recordings. See our Privacy Policy for full details.

Make sure you've granted permission when your browser asks. Check that no other app is using your camera. Try refreshing the page. On mobile, ensure the browser app has camera/microphone permissions in your device settings.

Sometimes it takes a moment to find a partner, especially during off-peak hours. If you're waiting more than a minute, try refreshing the page. Our user base is growing, so availability improves over time!

Yes! RandomChat works great on mobile browsers. Open randomchat.io in your phone's browser (Chrome on Android, Safari on iOS) and start chatting. All features including video chat work on mobile.