Omegle: shut down since November 2023
Shut down by its founder on 8 Nov 2023. On 2026-10-13 omegle.com showed a “launching soon” page that names no operator – it is not the original Omegle chat.
What happened to Omegle?
Omegle launched in 2009 and paired random strangers in text and video chats. On 8 November 2023 its founder closed the service, saying that running it was no longer sustainable, financially or psychologically. The original chat has not been available since.
Is omegle.com working today?
No. On 2026-10-13 omegle.com showed a “launching soon” page that names no operator – it is not the original Omegle chat.
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Where to go instead
Omegle alternatives ranks working replacements; also groups sites like Omegle by how they work (browser, app, rooms).
Is Omegle shut down?
Yes. Omegle’s founder Leif K-Brooks shut the service down on 8 November 2023 and posted a farewell statement on omegle.com.
Will Omegle come back?
There is no official announcement of a return. The omegle.com domain currently shows a “launching soon” app page that names no operator – it is not the original Omegle.
What can I use instead of Omegle?
See our Omegle alternatives list: sites and apps that work today, with our featured picks marked.