What is Omegle?
Omegle was one of the first sites to connect strangers by text and video, without an account. After more than 14 years, it shut down in November 2023.
Alternative to OmegleShut down
The Omegle alternative for real conversations.
The classic is gone. Random chat lives on.
Start chatting for freeFree · 18+ · Right in your browser
246 people online nowWhy heylu.app instead of Omegle?
If you miss the thrill of meeting someone completely new, heylu.app brings it back, with verified members, interest matching and a team that actually moderates.
How heylu.app works
Three steps, a few seconds.
- 1
Create a free account
Sign up with your email and confirm it once. That keeps bots and fake profiles out.
- 2
Choose what you're into
Add interests, pick a country or gender if you like. All filters are free.
- 3
Press Start
You'll be face to face with someone new in seconds. Not a match? Just hit Next.
What makes heylu.app different
Real people, not bots
Every account is verified by email and only adults can join. Fewer fakes, more genuine conversations.
All filters free
Country, gender and interests cost nothing on heylu.app. No paywall between you and the right match.
Active moderation
Report someone with one click. Our team reviews reports and bans people who break the rules.
Video or text
Switch between video and text chat whenever you like, whatever feels right in the moment.
Make friends
Liked the conversation? Send a friend request and keep chatting in your inbox later.
No download
heylu.app runs right in your browser, on desktop and on your phone. Nothing to install.
heylu.app vs Omegle
| The details | heylu.app | Omegle |
|---|---|---|
| Video chat | Yes | Yes |
| Text chat | Yes | Yes |
| Interest matching | Yes | Yes |
| Country & gender filter | Free | No |
| Account | Verified email, 18+ | No account |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Available on | Browser on desktop & mobile | Browser |
| Status | Online | Shut down |
Good questions.
What's the difference between heylu.app and Omegle?
Like Omegle, heylu.app connects you with random people. On heylu.app you also get interest matching, free filters, friend requests and verified members.
Is Omegle still available?
No. Omegle has been shut down. heylu.app offers the same spontaneous random chat, with verified accounts and active moderation.
Is heylu.app really free?
Yes. Video chat, text chat and all filters are free. You only need a verified account.
Why do I need an account?
A verified email keeps bots, spam and repeat offenders out. It takes less than a minute and keeps the community safer for everyone.
Is heylu.app safe?
heylu.app is for adults only. You can blur your partner's video, report anyone with one click, and our moderators review every report.
Does heylu.app work on my phone?
Yes. heylu.app runs in any modern mobile browser. You don't need to download an app.
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