Chitchatter

Chitchatter is an open source, peer-to-peer chat app for direct online conversations. Instead of routing communication through a centralized chat service, it allows conversations to take place directly between peers. Its serverless design removes reliance on central infrastructure, while its decentralized structure avoids dependence on a single controlling system. Chats are also ephemeral, meaning communication is temporary rather than designed to be kept as a permanent record. It is for people who want direct peer-to-peer online chat without depending on a central service or controlling system. Chitchatter is not identified as a replacement for any specific paid product, but it provides an alternative approach to centralized messaging services. Its main limitation is also a defining feature: because chats are ephemeral, Chitchatter is not intended for situations where conversations need to be retained permanently or reviewed later.