You're now chatting with a random stranger!
The classic Omegle-style text chat is back. Press Text and in seconds you're talking one-on-one with a random stranger: no camera, no account, no profile.
By starting a chat, you confirm you're 18+ and will be respectful. To keep everyone safe, our team moderates video chats and may see their messages and occasional camera snapshots. We never record or save your video calls.
The classic text chat, back again
For years, one line started millions of conversations: "You're now chatting with a random stranger. Say hi!" Omegle closed in 2023, but the idea behind it still works: two strangers, one chat box, and no idea who's on the other side until you start typing. talktostrangersnow brings that text chat back with the same simple rules and a cleaner, faster design.
What's the same as Omegle text chat
- One random stranger at a time, one-on-one
- No sign-up, no name, no profile picture
- Add interests to meet someone who likes the same things
- Not clicking? Press Esc twice and you're talking to someone new
What's better now
- Works in the browser on your phone, with no app to download
- See when the stranger is typing, so you know a reply is coming
- Auto-match finds your next stranger 3 seconds after a chat ends (you can turn it off)
- Dark mode by default, easy on the eyes late at night
- Text chat messages are never saved
How to start a random text chat
- Type a few interests if you like, such as music, movies or a language you're learning.
- Press Text. No camera or microphone is needed.
- When you see "You're now chatting with a random stranger", say hi.
- To move on, press Esc twice or the Stop button.
Good ways to start a conversation
- Skip the one-word "hi" and ask something real, like "What's the best thing that happened to you this week?"
- If you both added the same interest, start there: it shows at the top of the chat
- Ask where they're chatting from and what time it is there
- Keep it friendly: the best chats come from curiosity, not interviews
Stay anonymous
Text chat is anonymous unless you choose otherwise. Don't share your real name, phone number, address or social media accounts, and don't click links strangers send you. If a chat feels wrong, end it: one key press is enough. The site is for adults 18 and older.
Prefer to see who you're talking to? Try random video chat, or read about our Omegle alternative for video chat.
Frequently asked questions
What does “You're now chatting with a random stranger” mean?
It is the line Omegle showed the moment a text chat connected. Here you see the same kind of message as soon as a stranger joins, which means the chat is live and you can say hi.
Can I still do Omegle-style text chat?
Yes. Press Text and you are paired with one random stranger for a text-only chat, just like Omegle text chat. It is free and you do not need an account.
Is the stranger a real person?
Yes. Everyone you are matched with is another visitor who pressed Text or Video. There are no bots.
Do I need a camera or microphone for text chat?
No. Text chat never turns on your camera or microphone. You only type.
Are my messages saved?
No. Text chat messages go between you and the stranger and are not stored. Close the chat and they are gone.