XChat - Private Circles

XChat is a privacy-first communication system organized around independent circles. Effortlessly switch between friends, family, and work, keeping each circle separate, organized, and context-aware. Built on open protocols such as Nostr, XChat removes the need for phone numbers, email addresses, or centralized accounts. Your identity is defined by cryptographic keys, giving you direct control over access and communication. You choose how and where your data is stored. By customizing relays and file servers, XChat lets you maintain full ownership without sacrificing simplicity or usability. Designed for small, trusted circles where privacy, clarity, and control matter most. **Key Features:** • Switch seamlessly between multiple private circles • No phone numbers, emails, or permanent accounts • Key-based identity instead of centralized logins • End-to-end encrypted messages and media • Customizable relays and file servers • Local, encrypted data storage • Two-way message and media deletion • No user tracking or data collection • Fully open-source and transparent **Why Choose XChat:** XChat is built for people who want clear boundaries between conversations, not one endless message stream. By separating communication into independent circles and removing centralized identifiers, XChat keeps your interactions private, intentional, and under your control — without unnecessary complexity. **Perfect For:** • Friends and family circles • Private team or work discussions • Journalists and researchers • Privacy-conscious individuals • Small, trusted communities Open source and community-driven: https://github.com/xchat-app