Anonymous text chat, without giving your real name
You can chat on Perfriend as a guest, with no real name, no phone number and no camera. Here's how it works, and exactly how private it is.
How it works
It takes about a minute to start your first chat.
- Continue as a guest, or sign up with Google or email.
- Type a few interests, like anime, F1 or cooking.
- Get matched one-on-one with someone who shares one, and see what you have in common.
- Skip anytime. If you click with someone, add them as a friend and keep talking.
What the other person sees
The person you're chatting with sees your display name, the interests you share, and the messages you send. They don't see your email, your phone number or your location.
What "anonymous" doesn't mean
We want to be straight with you, because plenty of sites aren't:
- You're anonymous to other users, not to us. We store your messages and account details to run the service and keep it safe.
- When a chat is reported, its recent messages are reviewed.
- Our guidelines apply to everyone, and breaking them can get you banned.
- Anything you type can be saved by the other person, so don't share what you wouldn't want repeated.
How to stay anonymous in a chat
The biggest risk is usually what we share ourselves:
- Use a display name that isn't your real name.
- Don't share your full name, address, school, workplace or social media.
- Be careful with details that could identify you when combined.
- Leave, report and block anyone who pushes for personal information.
Questions
Do I need to sign up?
No. You can start as a guest. Save your account later if you want to keep your friends.
Can people see my location?
No. Other users can't see your location, and we match on interests, not where you are.
Is it free?
Yes. Free accounts get 20 new chats a day, the first 5 matched on your interests, and up to 3 friends. Plus (from $5.99/month) removes the daily limits, and Pro (from $9.99/month) adds unlimited friends and a gender filter.
Who can use Perfriend?
Adults only. You must be 18 or older to use Perfriend.
