chitchatterSecure peer-to-peer chat that is serverless, decentralized, and ephemeral

chitchatter

Secure peer-to-peer chat that requires no central server or API backend. Messages are end-to-end encrypted, ephemeral, and never stored on disk, making it ideal for privacy-conscious users who want direct control over their communications.

Key Features

• Serverless Architecture: No API server required; works entirely peer-to-peer using WebRTC and public relay servers
• End-to-End Encryption: All communication secured via WebRTC with automatic peer verification through public-key cryptography
• Ephemeral Messages: Messages are never persisted to disk and are cleared from memory when users leave
• Video and Audio: Built-in video conferencing and screen sharing capabilities
• File Sharing: Encrypted file transfers of unlimited size with room name as encryption key
• Decentralized: No central service operator or data storage; relies on distributed WebTorrent and TURN relay servers
• Open Source: Fully open source under GPL v2 with no analytics or tracking

Use Cases

• Organizing Groups: Secure communication for unions, political movements, or activist networks
• Sensitive Information: Sharing passwords and confidential data without storage risks
• Video Conferencing: Cross-platform video calls between mobile and desktop devices
• Technical Support: IT troubleshooting and assistance via screen sharing
• Data Transfer: Convenient encrypted file and text transfers between devices

Who Is It For

Chitchatter is designed for privacy-conscious individuals and organizations who reject centralized communication platforms and want guaranteed message ephemerance. It appeals to activists, journalists, security-focused professionals, and anyone who values decentralized communication free from corporate or government scrutiny.