Privacy Tips for Online Video Chat

On platforms that require a profile, keep yours minimal. A username that doesn't reveal your real name, a general location (city or country, not neighborhood), and no links to your social media are a strong starting point.

You don't need a complete profile to have great conversations. Less is more when meeting strangers — share more as trust develops naturally.

Your video frame is a window. Check what's visible before going live.

Things that can accidentally identify you: • Mail or packages with your address visible • Diplomas or certificates with your name • A recognizable view through a window • Company branding or logos • ID cards or devices with personal info displayed

A neutral background — a plain wall, a bookshelf, or a softly lit corner — is both stylish and privacy-friendly. Many users use a virtual background or blur effect for the same reason.

Giving someone your phone number, personal email, or social media handle in a first video chat removes the platform's moderation layer. If something goes wrong after that, you have limited recourse.

A reasonable approach: • Build trust over multiple conversations before exchanging contact details • Use a secondary email or social handle if you want to connect off-platform • Never share your phone number with someone you've met once

This applies even if the person seems completely trustworthy. Good habits are built around consistent practice, not case-by-case judgment.

Never click links shared by someone you've just met in a video chat. Malicious links can install malware, steal credentials, or lead to phishing pages designed to look like legitimate sites.

Similarly, be cautious about screen sharing. Sharing your screen with a stranger can reveal: • Open browser tabs with personal information • Saved passwords or autofill data • Files, downloads, or emails • Other apps you have open

If you need to share something specific, share a screenshot rather than your full screen.

VibeChat is designed around live 1v1 sessions and visible user controls.

You control what you show on camera and what you choose to share. Next, Block, and Report are available during sessions so you can leave, avoid future contact, or flag behavior that appears to break the rules.

VibeChat may process platform data for account operation, billing, safety, moderation, fraud prevention, and legal compliance. Review the Privacy Policy to understand how data may be handled.

New users may receive free trial credits after sign-up. Extra chats, filters, or premium features may require Coins or VIP depending on current product settings.