The Chat Room for
Right Here, Right Now.

Connect instantly with the people physically around you. No profile tracking, no friend requests—just secure, geofenced conversations that disappear when you leave.

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Requires iOS 16+ • Limited Slots

Nearby: "Coffee Shop"
12 Online
Is that the new matcha blend?
Yeah! It's actually really good.
Nice, I might grab one. Seat open near the window?
Two spots left! Hurry over. 🏃‍♂️
User entered the zone
Redefining connection in:
San Francisco
TechCrunch Disrupt
NYU Campus
Austin
Coffee Shops Everywhere
San Francisco
TechCrunch Disrupt

Digital connection.
Physical reality.

Most apps pull you away from the world. Sifter pulls you deeper into it.

If you aren't here, you aren't in.

Chat rooms are tied to physical coordinates. Walk in to join. Walk out to leave. No remote lurkers allowed.

Zero Footprint.

No chat logs. No history tracking. Conversations exist only in the moment, just like real life.

No Friction.

Forget QR codes, invites, or friend requests. Just open the app and talk to the room immediately.

1. Enter a Zone

Sifter detects public spaces and events around you. No setup required—just walk into the geofence.

2. Join the Conversation

See who's there. Ask questions, share updates, or just banter. Everyone in the chat is physically present.

3. Leave Without a Trace

Walk away, and the chat disappears. No notifications following you home. Your privacy is guaranteed.

Built for the Real World

From morning coffee runs to massive conferences, Sifter unlocks the hidden layer of conversation around you.

Conferences

Network instantly without awkward LinkedIn requests. Find who's at the keynote right now.

Campuses

Find study groups in the library or see where the party is happening on the quad.

Neighborhoods

Borrow a drill, report a lost pet, or organize a block party with actual neighbors.

Events

Live react to the concert with the crowd. Coordinate meetups in the mosh pit.

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