# ChatOften - Private Chat — Connected Text and Video Chat

> Global text and video chat for adults, emphasizing safety and respect. (iPhone/iPad app by FunPokes, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chatoften-private-chat/id449747577 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [FunPokes, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/425068703)
- Category: Entertainment, Social Networking
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 970 App Store ratings · 108 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 74 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek, Indonesian, Italian and 15 more
- Released: 2011-07-24
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chatoften-private-chat/id449747577/reviews.md

## What is ChatOften?

Connect with people around the world. Ask questions, share secrets and make your next few hours a blast. 

Features
 - no violence
 - no history
 - friendly chat

Rules
 - Don't harass others
 - You must be 18+ to use the app.
 - Do not reveal your personal information
 - Do not mention other social networking / dating apps
 - Do not share obscene content
 - Do not spam the system
 - Do not discuss illegal activities

Any users that break the rules will be banned from the app. Please follow the rules and keep chatting fun, safe and respectful.

Note: You must be over 18 to use this application.
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If you choose to purchase Elite Status, payment
will be charged to your iTunes account, and your account will be charged for renewal
within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. 
Auto-renewal may be turned off at any time by going to your settings in the iTunes Store after purchase. Current Elite
Status price starts at $5.99 USD/month. Prices are in U.S. dollars, may vary in countries other than the U.S.
and are subject to change without notice. No cancellation of the current subscription is
allowed during the active subscription period. If you don’t choose to purchase Elite Status, you can simply continue using ChatOften, Private Chat for free.

Privacy: https://mobile.chatoften.com/privacy
Terms: https://mobile.chatoften.com/tos

## Key features

- Global connections
- Text chat
- Video chat
- No violence policy
- Friendly chat environment
- User safety rules

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Elite Status | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month Elite Status | $11.99 | per month |
| 3 Months Elite Status | $30.99 | per 3 months |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Chat Often Pro Upgrade | $1.99 | one-time |
| 100 Credits | $1.99 | one-time |
| 200 Credits | $2.99 | one-time |
| 500 Credits | $5.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Credits | $9.99 | one-time |
| 3000 Credits | $24.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of ChatOften?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Good app for casual chatting
- 😊 Interesting and entertaining conversations

**Cons**

- 🚫 Filled with bots and fake profiles
- 🤖 Difficult to find real people to chat with
- 🔞 Many users looking for inappropriate content
- 🔒 Privacy and safety concerns
- 💰 Paywall for basic features

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and connection issues
- Buggy user interface and poor user experience

**Most requested features**

- Improved moderation and verification system
- Ability to filter by interests or demographics
- Group chat functionality

## Recent user reviews (10 of 108)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chatoften-private-chat/id449747577/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Do not download this app

*2025-11-30*

Do not download this app, once you do, you may find someone of text with then they ask for your iMessage and try to get you to send inappropriate pictures of yourself. Once you do they’ll threaten to leak your pictures if you don’t send them money, best option is to call the police and the fbi never download this app

### 1/5 — Ridiculous

*2025-10-04*

I started making an account and before I could fully finish it kicks me off the app and keeps kicking me off. Absolutely ridiculous and from my understanding if you find someone you click with you can’t exchange personal contacts to keep talking or you’ll be banned so it’s just to casually talk I guess. Not connect or make a friend or something.

### 2/5 — Crashes

*2025-10-01*

Been crashing every time I go to actual start a conversation. I can talk to those that post pictures but when I try the main function it crashes

### 1/5 — Not a good app

*2025-08-31*

I have tried to use this app several times just to talk to people about anything every time I do the app kicks me out and I bought credit and the premium in my experience this app is not a good app to use

### 1/5 — Do not buy this app

*2025-08-04*

You can’t even chat with people without buying something. It kicks you out of the app when you try to press chat now button do not like this app.

### 1/5 — Crashes

*2025-07-27, version 4.4.20*

Been crashing every time I go to actual start a conversation

### 1/5 — Waste of time

*2025-02-20, version 4.4.18*

It’s a skip fest on here. Even if you put time into writing a bio. People still skip. Doesn’t remove account no matter what. Trash.

### 1/5 — NO REAL PEOPLE

*2025-01-14, version 4.4.18*

I started more than 30 conversations with “if you’re not a bot say ‘cucumber’” and not one “person” could do it. Please don’t waste your time with this app like I did, if I could rate no star I would

### 1/5 — Scammers

*2024-11-02, version 4.4.18*

Full of fake profiles and scammers

### 1/5 — Rubbish

*2024-08-21, version 4.4.18*

Absolutely rubbish , was on for two days, not a single real person to chat, all bots, complete waste of time and effort!
Keep well clear!

## Frequently asked questions about ChatOften

### What is ChatOften?

ChatOften is a platform for connecting with people worldwide through text and video calls. It allows users to ask questions, share secrets, and engage in enjoyable conversations. The app prioritizes a safe and respectful environment for all users.

### What are the main features of ChatOften?

Key features include global text and video chat capabilities, a focus on friendly conversation, and strict rules against violence and harassment. Users can connect with others for casual or more personal interactions.

### How much does ChatOften cost?

The app can be used for free. There is an optional 'Elite Status' subscription that starts at $5.99 USD per month, offering additional benefits. Auto-renewal can be managed in iTunes Store settings.

### Who can use ChatOften?

This application is strictly for users who are 18 years of age or older. It is designed for adults seeking to connect and chat with others globally in a secure and moderated space.

### What are the rules for using ChatOften?

Users must be 18+, avoid harassment, not reveal personal information, refrain from mentioning other social apps, and not share obscene or illegal content. Violating these rules can lead to a ban from the app.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.4.22 — 2025-11-20

- improve moderation
- fix bug when starting chat.

### 4.4.21 — 2025-08-05

Bug fixes

### 4.4.20 — 2025-07-03

Bug fixes.

### 4.4.18 — 2023-11-06

- support video chat in private chats
- show online status of friends.
- bug fixes

### 4.4.17 — 2023-10-11

- Add AppleID Login Support
- Squashed a swarms of bugs in the code which include:
   - Video chat not connecting
   - Realtime chat freezing
   - Miss receiving invites.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*