Omegle coming back? Where things stand in November 2026
Updated
No. Omegle closed for good on November 8, 2023, and as of November 2026 the original team hasn't relaunched it. The old Omegle address shows a farewell letter from its founder instead of a chat page.
That hasn't stopped sites calling themselves "Omegle 2", "new Omegle" or "Omegle is back" from showing up in search results and social videos. Here's how to read those claims, and what to do if you just want Omegle-style chats again.
Free random video chat in your browser. 18+ only.
Status as of November 2026
Omegle went live in 2009 and stayed up for roughly 14 years. In November 2023, founder Leif K-Brooks announced it was closing, saying running it was no longer sustainable. His statement replaced the homepage, and there has been no announcement since of a return.
For the full timeline and the reasons on the record, see our page on what happened to Omegle.
Why "Omegle 2" and "new Omegle" sites keep popping up
Lots of people still type "Omegle" into Google, so other sites borrow the name for traffic. Some put it in their domain, copy the old look or claim to be its comeback. None of them are run by the original Omegle.
Real chat sites borrowing the name
Some are working chat sites using the name for search traffic. They have their own owners, rules and moderation, so judge them on those, not on the name.
Ad farms and scam pages
Others exist to show ads, push downloads or redirect you. If a page asks you to install something, enter card details or "verify" with personal info, close it.
Copycat warning signs at a glance
| What you see | What it may mean | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| "Official Omegle is back" banner | The name is being used to look trustworthy | Treat it as an unrelated site |
| A download is required to chat | Possible adware or unwanted software | Don't install it; use a browser-based site |
| Asks for card details to "verify age" | Possible scam or hidden subscription | Close the page |
| No terms, privacy policy or contact info | No clear owner or accountability | Skip it |
| Endless pop-ups and redirects | Ad-driven page, not a real chat service | Leave and close the tab |
Five checks before you trust a lookalike
- Find out who runs it: an about page, terms and a support contact.
- Look for an 18+ rule that's actually enforced, not just a disclaimer.
- Make sure report and block are easy to reach during a chat.
- Never install an app or browser extension from a pop-up to "start chatting."
- Distrust anything claiming to be the official Omegle. That service no longer exists.
If you just want Omegle-style chats again
Look for a site that's upfront about who it's for and how it handles safety. momos, a free site where US adults video chat with random people, has no connection to Omegle. You sign in with Google, confirm you're 18 or older, and get matched 1-on-1, in your state, across the US or worldwide. Games like Would You Rather are built into the call.
Our websites like Omegle page sorts the wider set of options by chat style.
Frequently asked questions
I saw an "Omegle is back" video on TikTok. Is it true?
Not for the original Omegle. Clips like that usually point to other sites using the name. The original closed on November 8, 2023, and hasn't relaunched.
Is "Omegle 2" or "new Omegle" run by the original team?
No. Sites using those names are run by other people. Some are working chat sites and some aren't, so check who runs each one before you use it.
Can I get my old Omegle chats back?
No. Omegle had no user accounts or saved chat history to log into, so there's nothing to recover now that it's closed.
Should I pay for an app that says it's Omegle?
No. There is no official Omegle app today. Anything asking for payment under the Omegle name is unrelated to the original service.
Is momos connected to Omegle?
No. momos is its own site with no link to Omegle. It pairs US adults for random video calls, with Google sign-in and an 18+ age gate.
Adults only. Never recorded.
momos is for people 18 and older. We don't record or store calls, and report and block are always one tap away. See the safety center.