An anonymous chatting app for anyone to deploy

In plain words

This is an open-source chatting application that developers can deploy themselves. Launched in 2019, it provides the core infrastructure for building anonymous chat functionality without relying on third-party services. The app is distributed through GitHub, making it accessible to developers who want to self-host a messaging solution with privacy-focused features built in. It targets technical users seeking control over their own communication infrastructure.

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