What is Bitchat?
Chat with people nearby using only Bluetooth - no WiFi, cellular, or internet needed. Messages relay through connected devices up to 300m away. End-to-end encrypted with no accounts or tracking. Built for gatherings, disasters, protests, etc.
Problem
Users in remote areas, disaster zones, or during protests face communication challenges heavily dependent on existing internet infrastructure (WiFi, cellular data, etc.), leading to inability to connect when networks are unavailable or censored.
Solution
A Bluetooth mesh messaging app that enables anonymous communication via Bluetooth without requiring WiFi, cellular data, or internet access. Users can send encrypted messages relayed through nearby devices (up to 300m range). Example: Protesters coordinating securely without internet.
Customers
Activists, protest organizers, disaster response teams, and individuals in areas with limited internet access seeking offline, secure communication.
Unique Features
Bluetooth mesh network for ad-hoc communication without infrastructure, end-to-end encryption, no user accounts or tracking, and device-to-device message relaying.
User Comments
Essential for protests where internet is blocked
Works reliably offline during emergencies
Easy to use anonymously
Secure encryption ensures privacy
Useful for remote gatherings with no connectivity
Traction
New product with recent launch on ProductHunt (5 days ago), specific user or revenue metrics not publicly disclosed.
Market Size
The global secure communication market is projected to reach $40 billion by 2025, driven by demand for privacy-focused solutions in high-risk scenarios.
