In random chat, people decide very quickly whether to stay or press Next. The good news: you do not need to be funny or clever. You just need to be friendly, curious and a little prepared.

Make a good first impression

  • On video: make sure your face is lit from the front, not from behind. Look at the camera and smile when the chat connects.
  • On text: open with more than "hi". A short question gives the other person something to answer.

Openers that work

  • "Hi! Where in the world are you chatting from?"
  • "What is the best thing that happened to you today?"
  • "Quick question: coffee or tea?"
  • "I'm trying to find a new series to watch. Any recommendations?"
  • "What would you be doing right now if you weren't chatting?"

Open questions, the kind that cannot be answered with yes or no, keep a conversation moving.

Keep it going

  • Listen and follow up. Ask about something they just said. It shows you are paying attention.
  • Share something too. A conversation is a two-way street. Answer your own questions now and then.
  • Find common ground. Music, films, games, travel and food are safe and popular topics.
  • Keep it light. Save heavy topics for people you know better.

Making the most of Omegle Online

  • In text chat: after you choose your preferences, say hello with a question straight away. Press Enter to send and Esc to meet someone new.
  • In video chat: if a conversation does not get going, select Next. If someone breaks the rules, select Report.
  • In your language: switch the site to your language from the menu at the top of the page.

What to avoid

  • Asking for gender, age or photos right away. Asking for gender is against our community rules.
  • Asking for personal details such as a phone number or social media accounts.
  • Long silences on video without saying anything.
  • Copy-pasted messages. People notice.

End politely

Not every chat clicks, and that is completely fine. A quick "Nice talking to you, have a good day!" before you press Next leaves both of you with a good feeling.

Whatever you talk about, keep your personal information private. Our safety guide explains how.