Chat Room

A chat room is a group conversation space, usually organized around a topic (gaming, music, movies, general conversation) that anyone can browse and join. Unlike random chat, which pairs two people automatically, a chat room lets you see what the conversation is about before joining.

Chat rooms can be public (open to anyone) or private (invite-only). They are typically moderated more actively than 1-on-1 chats, since more people are present and the potential for disruptive behavior is higher.

Many chat platforms let you move from a group room into a private 1-on-1 conversation if you connect with someone there.