Ask HN: Does Anyone Use Bitchat?

8 tmaly 3 8/18/2025, 7:35:53 PM

I installed the app when it first came out on my iphone. I have yet to come across anyone to chat with.

Do you use it and have you found any other users?

Comments (3)

runjake · 1d ago

I have it installed and configured. I've never encountered another BitChat user.

Caveat: I am in a rural area and minimally in a populated area.

mikeodds · 11h ago

Im in SF and have the same

ilovefood · 1d ago

Same problem here :)

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Ask HN: Does Anyone Use Bitchat?

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