How Near by Chat Works

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The Basics

Enable Location

We use your browser's location to connect you with people nearby. Your privacy is paramount: we never reveal your exact coordinates, only your approximate distance from others.

Choose Identity

Pick a nickname and an avatar. No email, phone number, or password required. You can be fully anonymous or use your real handleβ€”it's up to you.

πŸ“‘ Beacon Mode

Stop guessing why people are online. Set a Beacon to broadcast your intent to everyone on the map.

β˜•Coffee Break
πŸ“šStudy Grp
πŸ•Grab Food
πŸ€Sports
πŸŽ‰Party
πŸ’¬Just Chat
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Become The Mayor

The most active chatter in every city claims the crown! As Mayor, you get:

  • ✨ A Golden Crown icon on your profile
  • πŸ“’ Special recognition in the chat room
  • πŸ›‘οΈ Status rests dailyβ€”keep chatting to hold the throne

πŸ€– City Spirits

Every city has a soul. Meet the City Spiritβ€”an AI entity that embodies the local culture.

"Ask the NYC Spirit for the best pizza slice, or ask the Tokyo Spirit about hidden shrines. They are always online to welcome you."

πŸ‘» Ghost Flights

Stuck at home? Hop on a virtual Ghost Flight to any major city in the world. Teleport your view to Paris, London, or Tokyo.

Note: In Ghost Mode, you can read public chats in other cities, but you cannot post or be seen on the map. It's strictly for exploring.
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πŸ”’ Secret Spots

Discover hidden, geo-fenced chat rooms that can only be unlocked by physically strolling to a specific location.

How to Unlock

Walk within 100 meters of a Secret Spot marker on the map to automatically unlock the private chat room.

Create Your Own

Found a cool hidden gem? Drop a Secret Spot pin and leave a message for the next explorer to find.

🎨 Digital Graffiti

Leave your mark! Place digital stickers or tags on the map at your current location. These tags persist for 24 hours for others to see.

🌊 Vibe Check

How's the mood? Vote on the current "Vibe" of your area (Chill, Hype, Romantic, etc.) and watch the map colors shift in real-time to reflect the crowd's energy.

Ready to join your local community?

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