The empathy cycle, in your pocket

A cozy space to vent,
and to truly listen.

Vent is an anonymous, mobile-first peer support app for stress relief. No feeds. No followers. Just one person, one moment, one real conversation.

Anonymous · Judgment-free · Always free to start
Two glowing orbs connecting, symbolizing empathy
Someone heard you.
"I get it. I've been there too."

How it works

Give a little. Receive a lot.

Vent runs on a simple loop — the empathy cycle. Be heard when you need it, and lift someone else up when you have the energy.

Vent

Send a voice or text vent. Get matched anonymously with someone who chose to listen.

Listen

Tap into Listen Mode when you have space to hold someone else's moment with care.

Reflect

Save private journal entries and revisit echoes from your conversations.

Built for the soft moments

A space that feels different on purpose.

No likes. No streaks. No noise. Vent is intentionally small, quiet, and warm — designed for the days you just need someone to get it.

Anonymous by design

No usernames to chase. No profiles to perform. Just real talk.

1-to-1, never a feed

We replaced public posts with private connections. Quality over quantity, every time.

Gentle by default

Soft prompts, mood check-ins, and built-in pauses keep every conversation kind.

Private vault & journal

Save the moments that mattered. Track your mood. Look back when you need a reminder.

Your story stays yours.

We don't sell data, we don't surface your vents publicly, and you can delete everything in one tap. Vent is built privacy-first, because trust is the whole point.

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Questions, gently answered

Is Vent really anonymous?+

Yes. You don't share your name, photo, or location with the people you talk to. Only you see your private journal.

Is it free?+

Vent is free to start. We may offer optional supporter features in the future, but the core 1-to-1 experience stays free.

Is this therapy?+

No — Vent is peer support, not professional care. If you're in crisis, please reach out to a local helpline or qualified therapist.

When can I download it?+

Vent is rolling out on mobile now. Tap 'Open Vent' to try the live experience.