The Omegle alternative: talk to strangers like the old days – but better
Omegle shut down for good in November 2023 after 14 years. If you miss the thrill of clicking a button and suddenly facing someone you've never met, OmmeTV gives you exactly that: random video chat in your browser, with no account, no app and no cost.
What OmmeTV keeps from Omegle
The idea is the same: press Start and we connect you with a random person who is online right now. Not feeling it? Hit Next – or press Esc, old-school style – and you're on to the next person instantly.
Alongside video and audio there's a text chat, for when you'd rather type or can't talk out loud.
What OmmeTV does differently
Omegle ultimately failed because it couldn't keep abuse under control. OmmeTV has a Report button right on the video: reported users are reviewed with a snapshot and the chat log, and anyone reported repeatedly is removed automatically.
You can also filter by gender and country, so you're more likely to meet people you can actually talk to.
And when you hit Next, OmmeTV prefers someone new over the person you just skipped – no more seeing the same face twice in a row.
How to start
Open the site, allow your camera and microphone, click Start. That's it. OmmeTV works on laptops and phones alike, in Chrome, Safari, Firefox and Edge.
Frequently asked questions
Why did Omegle shut down?
Founder Leif K-Brooks closed Omegle in November 2023, citing the cost and stress of fighting misuse of the platform.
Is OmmeTV really free?
Yes. Video chat, text chat and filters are free – no subscription, no hidden costs.
Do I need to sign up?
No. You don't need an email or an account. Allow your camera and you're in.
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