eSAFETY GUIDE

Chatruletka

No minimum age rating is provided by Chatruletka.
+ No minimum age rating is provided by Chatruletka.

What is Chatruletka?

Chatruletka is an anonymous online video chat platform. Also known as ‘chat roulette’, the platform pairs people randomly for a video chat, with only a country and gender specified by the user. No names, friend lists or conversation histories are stored, so finding people again is purely left to chance. Chatruletka has no age rating, signup process or age verification. The developers say the site is moderated but suggest using parental controls if young people are using their service. Chatruletka is free to join, however fees are charged to reinstate access after being banned, which users report happens frequently.

Website: chatruletka.com
Apps: Android, Chatruletka is not currently available for Apple iOS in Australia.

How do people use Chatruletka?

Learn more about the benefits and risks associated with how people use anonymous video chat platforms like Chatruletka.

Chatruletka is used for: messaging/online chat, video calling, content sharing, in-app purchasing, photo/video sharing and screen capture.

How can you report abuse or inappropriate content? 

Chatruletka does not offer specific advice on how to report abuse or inappropriate content on its platform, however there is a ‘report’ button within each chat. Alternatively, users can simply press ‘next’ to be taken to their next match.

How can I protect my personal information?

This link is provided by Chatruletka:

  • Privacy Policy
    Learn how Chatruletka handles your personal information.

Key safety links

These links are provided by Chatruletka:

  • Rules
    The rules that govern all conduct and content on Chatruletka.
  • FAQs
    Get answers to common questions regarding Chatruletka.

Last updated: 05/06/2024

The eSafety Guide helps you find out how to protect your personal information and report harmful content on common social media, games, apps and sites. Entries are for information only and are not reviews or endorsements by eSafety. Before choosing to use any online service or platform it’s best to:

  • do your own research to understand the risks and benefits
  • check the age rating and requirements
  • consider privacy
  • check the permissions and other settings
  • check the in-app reporting options.

If you are a parent or carer who is deciding whether a child should be allowed to use an online service or platform, you can also:

  • consider your child's readiness for the types of content and experiences they might encounter
  • help them understand what to do if they need help
  • provide ongoing support and monitoring, for example through regular check-ins with your child
  • agree to some rules about use of each service or platform.

To find out more, you can read the App checklist for parents, as well as information about parental controls in social media, games and apps and mental wellbeing resources for families.