ChatCamp Support

Why can't I see other devices?

Answer: Make sure:

• All devices are on the same WiFi network
• Both devices have ChatCamp open and running
• You've granted Local Network permission (Settings → ChatCamp)
• Your router allows peer-to-peer connections (some public WiFi networks block this)
• Airplane mode is off and WiFi is on

Does ChatCamp work without internet?

Answer: Yes! ChatCamp works on your local WiFi network and doesn't require an internet connection. However, you do need a WiFi router or hotspot to create the local network.

Can I message someone far away?

Answer: No. ChatCamp is designed for local, nearby communication only. Both devices must be on the same network. This is by design for maximum privacy—no servers means your messages never leave your local network.

Is ChatCamp secure?

Answer: Yes! ChatCamp uses Apple's MultipeerConnectivity framework with built-in encryption. More importantly, there are no servers—your messages never leave your devices. We literally cannot access your data because we don't collect any.

Will my messages sync across my devices?

Answer: No. Messages are stored locally on each device. This ensures complete privacy—no cloud storage, no syncing, no backups to any server.

How do I delete my conversations?

Answer: In the chat list, swipe left on a conversation (iOS) or right-click (macOS) and select "Delete". You can also clear all conversations in Settings.

Why do I need Local Network permission?

Answer: ChatCamp uses Apple's MultipeerConnectivity framework to discover nearby devices on your network. This requires Local Network permission. We don't track you or collect any data—it's purely for device discovery.

Can I use ChatCamp on mobile data?

Answer: You can create a Personal Hotspot on one device and connect other devices to it. ChatCamp will work over the hotspot connection.

What file types can I share?

Answer: You can share any file type! Photos, videos, PDFs, documents, archives—ChatCamp supports all file formats.

Is there a file size limit?

Answer: There's no artificial limit imposed by ChatCamp. Large files may take longer to transfer depending on your network speed.