TarnVeilGuest sign-in
Start without inventing a permanent username and password. If TarnVeil suits you, a guest account can be claimed in the settings.
Start in the browser
A messenger with nothing to download
Open TarnVeil in your browser, start as a guest and talk in direct or group chats. Communities, voice rooms and video calls live in the same interface.
What the web version gives you
In the browser there is no installer to fetch first: try the things TarnVeil is for, and decide about installing later.
Direct and group chats
Send messages, images, files and voice messages, and use replies, reactions and pinned messages.
Communities and discussions
Create a space around a shared interest or join one by invitation, and talk in channels and separate discussions.
Voice and video
Join voice rooms and video calls. The browser will ask for microphone access to talk, and for the camera to show video.
How to start
- Open the web appTarnVeil loads on the device you are on, with no installer to download.
- Sign in as a guest or create an accountGuest mode is for a first look; a permanent account is for everyday use.
- Start talkingOpen a direct conversation, create a community, or follow an invite link somebody sent you.
The web version is still growing
TarnVeil is in early beta. What the camera, microphone, notifications and background work can do depends on your browser and device. For permanent access the web version can be installed as a PWA, and separate apps are available for Windows and Android.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to download an app to start talking?
No. Direct and group messages, communities, voice rooms and video calls all work in a browser tab. The Windows and Android apps exist, but they are a choice rather than a condition of entry.
Is a phone number required to sign up?
No. An account is a username and a password — no phone number, no email confirmation. You can even start as a guest from an invite link and claim the account later.
Does the web version work on a phone?
Yes, the interface is built for small screens too. The site can be installed as an app (PWA) and opens in its own window without an address bar. There is also a separate Android build.
Will I get a notification if the tab is closed?
No. In the browser, notifications arrive while the TarnVeil tab is open: a message appears as a card with a quick reply, and the unread count shows in the tab title. Notifications with the app closed work in the Windows and Android builds.
Are conversations protected?
One-to-one conversations, attachments included, are end-to-end encrypted, and the app shows that status honestly in the interface. Group chats and community discussions are not covered by end-to-end encryption.