# ChatCamp — Private nearby messaging

> Private nearby messaging (iPhone/iPad app by Polozhevets.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chatcamp/id6753970144 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Polozhevets](https://appshunter.io/developer/1846020345)
- Category: Social Networking, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.4 · 6 MB
- Released: 2025-10-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chatcamp/id6753970144/reviews.md

## What is ChatCamp?

Chat, groups, and video calls with nearby devices without internet, servers, or accounts. ChatCamp uses your local Wi‑Fi for direct peer-to-peer communication that stays completely private.


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0 — 2026-07-28

• Create private groups and invite people nearby
• Create nearby public groups others on the same local network can join
• See when invites are accepted or declined
• Mute a group or leave anytime (this device only)
• Same privacy model: no accounts, no ChatCamp servers

### 1.5 — 2026-07-09

Added video calls.
Improved messaging and connection status.
Added text selection.
General interface and stability improvements.

### 1.4 — 2026-06-04

Send photos, videos, and files with improved previews.
Pick media from Photos or take photos with the camera.
Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.3 — 2026-04-13

Attach photos straight from the camera;
More reliable search;
Turn notifications on or off in Settings.

### 1.2 — 2026-01-30

Updated read status indicators, macOS dock badge, and local notifications. Fixed ESC key handling for MacOS and iPad.

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