FAQ
Is PixelChat free?
Yes. It is a personal project with no paid tier, no ads and nothing to upsell.
How do I add someone?
Open the chat, use the add-friend button in the sidebar and enter their exact username. They get a request they can accept or decline; a conversation appears for both of you the moment they accept.
Can I change my username later?
Yes. Click your avatar in the chat sidebar to edit your username and photo. Usernames are unique, so a name someone else already holds will be refused.
What can I send?
Text, images and files up to 10 MB each. Attachments go to a private bucket and are fetched with short-lived signed URLs, so a raw link will not work for anyone else.
Are my messages encrypted end to end?
No. Traffic is encrypted in transit and rows are locked down with row-level security, but the database can read message contents. Do not use PixelChat for anything that needs end-to-end secrecy.
I forgot my password.
Use the "Forgot password?" link on the login page. You will get an email with a link that lets you set a new one. Open that link in the same browser you asked from.
How do I delete my account?
Open the three-dots menu in the chat sidebar, then Settings. Deleting is immediate and permanent: your profile, every message you have sent, your conversations and your friendships all go, including from the other person’s side.
Is there a mobile app?
Not yet -- see the Download page. The web app is responsive and works on a phone today.
How do I switch to dark mode?
Signed out, use the sun/moon button in the header. Signed in, open the three-dots menu in the chat sidebar and choose Settings.