What is this place?

lot.chat is a chat server for ⚡🌹💀 heads 💀🌹⚡ to chat privately and securely. We live in an increasingly authoritarian world where our digital rights aren't respected, and we provide you with a grassroots alternative!

Our server uses XMPP, a secure, stable and private messaging technology that has existed since 1999. Using lot.chat is simple...all you need to do is download an XMPP client, sign up, and connect!

How do I use lot.chat?

1. Download a chat app for your platform. Choose Apple, Android, or Windows
2. Open your app and create a new account for lot.chat
3. Choose a username and strong password. The format is the same as an email address! For example: jerrygarcia@lot.chat
4. Start chatting!

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Privacy

At lot.chat, we value privacy and free communication.

• 🔒 Unlike most big tech platforms, we do not log metadata, sell personal information, or spy on you.
• 🌍 Consider using OMEMO encryption for end-to-end security and privacy.
• 🛡️ Avoid using your real name or personal email for account registration.