Deebop Chat
A first messaging app for kids, with parents in control.
Safe, private messaging for ages 6–12.
Approved friends, flexible oversight, and no strangers.
Approved friends only
Your child can only message people you approve. No exceptions.
Oversight that fits your family
Monitor messages, approve the first message from new friends, or approve every message.
Private by design
No public profiles, no discovery, no unsolicited messages.
Works where kids already are
Use it on desktop, Chromebook, or tablet. Installable as an app, no phone required.
Text and voice only
No photo sharing or video calls. A deliberate choice to keep communication age-appropriate.
How it works
Create a parent account
Set up your family and choose your rules.
Add your child
They get their own username and password.
Approve friends and messages
You stay informed and in control, without hovering.
What kids can do
Kids can
- Message approved friends
- Send emojis
- Send voice notes
- Personalise their avatar
Kids cannot
- Message strangers
- Be discovered publicly
- Join group chats without approval
- Receive unsolicited messages
- Share photos or videos
- Make video calls
This is intentional, not a missing feature.
Control without constant hovering
Whether you want to approve every message or just keep an eye on things, Deebop Chat adapts to your family.
Why parents choose Deebop Chat
Built specifically for children
Not adapted from adult social apps.
Designed for shared family devices
Works naturally on desktops and Chromebooks, not just phones.
No ads. No feeds. No pressure.
Just messaging with real friends.
Built around choice, not algorithms
You decide what your child sees and who they talk to.
Completely free
Deebop Chat is free to use. Add up to 4 children per account.
No ads, no data selling - funded by our broader mission to build calmer online spaces.
Common questions
Is this social media?
No. Deebop Chat is private messaging only.
Does my child need a phone?
No. Deebop Chat works on desktop and Chromebook, and can be installed as an app on supported devices.
Do I have to read every message?
Only if you want to.
Can I change settings later?
Yes, anytime.