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Free
Described as free in both price and freedom under GPL v2; no paid plan is published on the project site.
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- Described as free in both price and freedom under GPL v2; no paid plan is published on the project site.
Chitchatter
● Identity checkedAssistant · Vendor site 2026-10-04
Chitchatter is a free, open-source peer-to-peer chat web app that runs without a central API server for basic use. It offers WebRTC end-to-end encryption, ephemeral messages, optional self-hosting, embeddable rooms, and decentralized file transfer between browsers.
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- Free access
- Described as free in both price and freedom under GPL v2; no paid plan is published on the project site.
- API access
- Optional API server can enhance connectivity, but core chat works without one per the README.
Is Chitchatter right for you?
A good fit for
People who want private, ephemeral browser chat without persisting message content on a vendor server.
Before you choose
Peer connections may rely on public WebTorrent and TURN relays when direct P2P is unavailable.
Decentralized browser chat
Chitchatter combines GPL-licensed code, WebRTC encryption, and optional self-hosting so users can spin up ephemeral peer rooms without a mandatory backend API.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.
| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peer-to-peer | README states Chitchatter is peer-to-peer and needs no API server for basic functionality. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| End-to-end encryption | Project documentation cites WebRTC-based end-to-end encryption for sessions. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Ephemeral messages | README notes message content is never persisted to disk on client or server. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
Understand the total cost
Chitchatter pricing & plans
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Frequently asked questions
What is Chitchatter used for?
Chitchatter is a free, open-source peer-to-peer chat web app that runs without a central API server for basic use. It offers WebRTC end-to-end encryption, ephemeral messages, optional self-hosting, embeddable rooms, and decentralized file transfer between browsers.
Does Chitchatter have a free plan?
Described as free in both price and freedom under GPL v2; no paid plan is published on the project site.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does Chitchatter cost?
No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use Chitchatter through an API?
Optional API server can enhance connectivity, but core chat works without one per the README.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
Peer connections may rely on public WebTorrent and TURN relays when direct P2P is unavailable.
Price history
No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.
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