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Direct Messaging

1:1 and group chats with file sharing

Message a peer directly or pull up to 32 researchers into a group thread, share files up to 25 MB, and react to individual messages.

What it does

Built for the way research actually happens

Direct messaging is the private side of the Lounge. Message a peer directly or pull up to 32 researchers into a group thread. Share files up to 25 MB per file, drag images inline, and react to individual messages with a single tap.

Threads are end-to-end encrypted between participants. Mute noisy threads, archive old conversations, and report anything that violates community standards. Direct messages are never indexed for public search and are never used to train AI models. Your private conversations stay private.

How it works

Three steps from idea to outcome

1

Start a thread

Open a 1:1 chat or invite up to 32 researchers into a group.

2

Share files

Drop in files up to 25 MB, drag images inline, react to individual messages.

3

Stay organized

Mute noisy threads, archive old conversations, search within a thread.

Why it matters

Benefits that compound

  • 1:1 chats and group threads up to 32 members
  • File sharing up to 25 MB per file with inline previews
  • End-to-end encrypted between participants
  • Mute, archive, and report — never indexed for search

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