What is Sidechat?

Sidechat is an anonymous community app for college students that lets you post, comment, and message with your campus. Think campus chatter with real personality and zero name tags.

Is Sidechat free to use?

Yes, Sidechat is free to download and use. Come for the jokes, stay for the community.

Is Sidechat really anonymous?

Yes. Posts, comments, and messages are anonymous so you can be yourself without putting your name on every thought. For more details read our full privacy policy. Authenticity encouraged, identity optional.

Does Sidechat have DMs?

Yes, Sidechat includes anonymous direct messages. Open them when you want replies to slide in.

Who can join Sidechat?

Sidechat is built for college communities and uses school email verification to post in your campus feed. If you are in college, you are in the right place.

Is Sidechat only on iPhone?

Yes, Sidechat is only currently available on the iOS App Store. You can also browse Sidechat on the web to see what is trending.

What is the age rating for Sidechat?

Sidechat is rated 18 plus on the App Store. Keep it campus-appropriate and community-friendly.

How do I join my campus on Sidechat?

Download the app on iPhone from the App Store, sign up, and verify your school email to post in your campus community.

Is Sidechat safe?

Yes, Sidechat has community guidelines and active moderation to keep conversations healthy. If you see something off, report it and the team will review.

How do I report a post or user on Sidechat?

Use the in-app report options to report anything that violates our community guidelines and the moderation team will take a look. Keeping things chill is a shared job.

Can police track Sidechat?

Your identity is hidden in the app. Sidechat responds to lawful requests when legally required to, like all other platforms. The herd cannot see who you are. For me details see our privacy policy.

Who owns Sidechat?

Sidechat is published by Flower Ave Inc. The team builds for campus communities first.

Did Sidechat acquire Yik Yak?

Yes, Sidechat acquired Yik Yak in 2023. Same college crowd, different brand vibes.

Is Sidechat the same as Yik Yak?

No, they are separate apps with different brands and designs. Sidechat focuses on your campus community and anonymous messaging, and Yik Yak remains a distinct app under the same umbrella after the acquisition.

Can I browse Sidechat on the web?

Yes, you can view public Sidechat content on the web to see what is happening. For the full experience, use the iPhone app.