Anonymous University Chat Platform
chatUp is an anonymous real-time chat platform built for university students.
It allows students from different local universities to connect, chat, and exchange ideas while protecting their privacy and anonymity.
This project consists of:
- Frontend: React with brutalist-inspired 90s UI design.
- Backend: Node.js + Socket.IO for real-time communication.
- Features: Randomized matching, “Next” skip option, disconnect/reconnect, typing indicators, and strict privacy safeguards.
- 🔀 Randomized Matching – Connect with students from any participating university.
- 👤 Anonymous Usernames – Users choose a username; no real identity required.
- 💨 Next Button – Skip and find another partner instantly (with cooldown).
- 🔔 Typing Indicator – Shows when the other person is typing.
- 📴 Disconnect/Reconnect – Leave a chat at any time and rejoin when ready.
- 📱 Responsive Design – Works smoothly on both mobile and desktop.
- 🧱 90s Brutalist UI – Simple, bold, nostalgic chat window design.
By using chatUp, you agree to:
- Communicate respectfully and responsibly.
- Avoid harassment, hate speech, threats, spamming, sexual content, or illegal material.
- Never share personal or sensitive information.
- Accept that violations may result in suspension, permanent ban, or reporting to relevant authorities.
- Take full responsibility for the content you share and your conduct.
- chatUp is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind.
- Conversations are not moderated in real-time; users are solely responsible for their interactions.
- The platform does not verify participant identities and cannot guarantee the accuracy of shared information.
- Developers and associated institutions assume no liability for damages, disputes, or consequences arising from use.
- Use the platform with caution. If you feel unsafe, disconnect immediately.