StealthChat

End-to-end encrypted messaging built into Stealth. Send secure messages, share media, create group chats, and play games - all with military-grade encryption.

StealthChat main screen
Contacts

Getting Started

1
Find Your Device ID

Open StealthChat - your Device ID is shown at the top. Tap to copy it.

2
Add Contacts

Tap "+" and enter someone's Device ID to add them as a contact

3
Start Chatting

Tap a contact, type your message, and send - fully encrypted

Key Features

End-to-End Encryption

Messages encrypted before leaving your device. Only the recipient can decrypt. Even Stealth servers can't read your messages.

Real-Time Messaging

Messages delivered instantly when both devices are online. Read receipts show delivery and read status.

Media Sharing

Share photos, videos, and files. All media is encrypted before sending and decrypted on recipient's device.

Group Chats

Create rooms with multiple participants. Persistent group chats with member management.

Chat Commands

StealthChat supports special commands for enhanced functionality:

Pro Tip: AI responses and search results appear in the chat and are visible to all participants in group chats.

Whisper Messages

Send private messages within group chats that only the recipient can see:

1
Type Whisper Command

In a group chat, type /w [nickname] [message]

2
Send

Hit send - only you and the recipient see the message

3
Reply Quickly

Use /r [message] to reply to the last whisper you received

Checkers Game

Play checkers directly in the chat with any contact:

1
Start Game

Type /checkers or tap the checkers button in the chat

2
Wait for Accept

Your contact receives an invite and can accept or decline

3
Play Turns

Tap pieces to move them. Game state syncs in real-time between both players

Group Chats (Rooms)

Create Room

Tap "Create Room", enter name, add participants by Device ID. Rooms persist even when members are offline.

Join Room

Tap "Join Room" and enter the room ID to join an existing group chat.

Room Settings

Customize room settings, manage members, and configure room-specific options.

Admin Controls

Room admins can manage members, change settings, and moderate the chat.

Message Features

What You Can Do

Swipe to Reply Swipe right on any message to quote and reply
Long-Press Menu Copy, reply, delete, or forward messages
Read Receipts See when messages are sent, delivered, and read
Online Status See who's online, away, or offline in real-time

Contact Management

Nicknames

Long-press a contact, select "Edit Contact", and set a nickname for easier identification.

Block Contacts

Long-press a contact and select "Block Contact". Blocked contacts can't message you.

Unread Badges

Number badges show unread message count. "9+" appears if more than 9 unread.

Device ID Sharing

Your Device ID is at the top of contacts screen. Tap to copy and share with others.

Security

Military-Grade Encryption

Messages encrypted before leaving your device using industry-standard cryptography.

Zero Server Access

Stealth servers cannot read your messages - only recipients can decrypt them.

Device Authentication

Each device has unique cryptographic identity. Messages only decrypt on intended device.

Local Storage

Messages stored encrypted on your device. History persists across app restarts.

Troubleshooting

Can't Send Messages

  • Check internet connection
  • Verify recipient is online
  • Check if you're blocked
  • Restart Stealth app

Not Receiving Messages

  • Check internet connection
  • Verify notifications enabled
  • Check sender has correct Device ID
  • Restart app

Contact Not Appearing

  • Verify correct Device ID entered
  • Check if contact added you back
  • Refresh contacts list
  • Remove and re-add contact

Media Not Sending

  • Check file size (large files take time)
  • Verify stable internet connection
  • Check available storage space
  • Try smaller file first