Work · alternatives · 2026
24 alternatives to Shy
Send and receive chat request with the people you see.
Below are 24 products that do a similar job, ranked by how close each is in meaning and then by launch-day votes. Shy launched in 2024; newer entries below may have overtaken it.
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Tick Chat▲92Chat via nearby persons. Instant, Secure, Anonymously. 🕶
2017 · github.com · its alternatives →
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You Should Meet▲162An app to make quick and easy introductions between 2 people
2017 · youshouldmeet.com · its alternatives →
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Bump by Facebook▲145Start fun, anonymous chats with people in your community
2019 · play.google.com · its alternatives →
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2018 · oyoy.app · its alternatives →
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Venue-based social app - Check-in, make friends & date IRL
2021 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →
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Instantly start chatting with people in your local area
2015 · play.google.com · its alternatives →
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Reimagine how you connect with prospects and customers
2019 · freshworks.com · its alternatives →
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Talk to strangers face to face
2019 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →
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Random anonymous chat w/ option to uncover Facebook profiles
2018 · its alternatives →
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Connect with real people through private chats
2025 · play.google.com · its alternatives →
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chat, play, dating, friends, social network
2022 · play.google.com · its alternatives →
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On the bright side of anonymity
2023 · play.google.com · its alternatives →
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Meet new people anonymously & unlock their profile
2017 · matchr.in · its alternatives →
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Make new friends by sending random letters!
2025 · play.google.com · its alternatives →
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