Message anyone. No internet required.
NearChat uses Bluetooth mesh networking to keep you connected when traditional networks fail.
When networks fail, people get disconnected
Natural Disasters
Cell towers go down when you need them most
Remote Areas
No signal in mountains, forests, or rural regions
Crowded Events
Networks overload at concerts, festivals, and emergencies
Your phone becomes the network
Every NearChat device extends the network, creating a resilient mesh that grows stronger with more participants.
Direct Connection
Phones link via Bluetooth within 100 meters
Multi-hop Routing
Messages relay through other users to extend range
Store and Forward
Messages queue until recipient is reachable
Built for reliability
Every feature designed to work when you need it most.
Offline Messaging
Send texts and voice notes without internet or cell service
End-to-End Encryption
Military-grade ChaCha20 encryption protects every message
QR Contact Exchange
Add contacts by scanning codes - no phone numbers needed
Group Chats
Coordinate with family, teams, or communities
Voice Notes
Record and send audio when typing is not practical
Battery Optimized
Intelligent power management for extended use
Three steps to stay connected
Download NearChat
Install from Google Play Store
Exchange contacts
Scan QR codes with people nearby
Start messaging
Your messages find their way automatically
Designed for when it matters
NearChat works in situations where other apps fail.
Emergency Response
Coordinate with first responders and family when infrastructure is down.
Outdoor Adventures
Stay in touch with your group in areas without cell coverage.
Large Events
Find your friends when networks are overloaded at concerts and festivals.
Privacy-First
No accounts, no phone numbers, no data collection. Your messages stay yours.
Open technology. Proven security.
Built on battle-tested cryptographic standards.
Get NearChat
Download now and be prepared for when you need it most.