Looking for an Emerald Chat alternative?

Emerald Chat is one of the best known Omegle alternatives: random text and video chats with strangers, matched by interests, with friends, profiles and paid tiers for extra filters. It is for adults (18 and over) and made for meeting new people. If what you want is a quiet, kind conversation where you can be heard, Zuzu is built for that.

Built for being heard

• Choose a role: Vent to be heard, or Listen to be there for someone.
• Text only, with photos (blurred until tapped) or voice notes if you like. No video, no camera.
• No profiles, no friends lists, no scores. Just one conversation at a time.
• Chats are not saved when they end.
• A gentle helpline card appears if a message sounds like someone may be in danger.
• Free for everyone, with no paid filters and no ads.

When Emerald Chat may suit you better

If you want to meet new people, video chat, add friends or join group channels, Emerald Chat offers those and Zuzu does not.

A gentle note

Zuzu is peer support, not therapy or a crisis service. Never share your real name, address or contact details with a stranger, and if you are in danger, please contact local emergency services or a crisis helpline.