What is Chess via WhatsApp?
Play chess with your friends by sending moves via WhatsApp. No onboarding. No setup. No registration. No data collection. 100% privacy. Fast, easy, and fun!
Problem
Users previously played chess through apps or websites requiring onboarding, setup, registration, and data collection, leading to friction and privacy concerns
Solution
A WhatsApp-based chess tool enabling users to play chess via direct messages without onboarding, setup, or registration, using existing chat interfaces for turn-based gameplay
Customers
Casual chess players, friends seeking quick games, privacy-focused individuals, and users avoiding app downloads (demographics: students, remote workers, global WhatsApp users)
Unique Features
Leverages WhatsApp’s ubiquity for instant gameplay; no app install, accounts, or data collection; 100% private; turn-based via messages
User Comments
Effortless way to play chess with friends
No app download required
Respects privacy with zero data tracking
Fast and intuitive
Fun for casual players
Traction
Launched on Product Hunt with 100+ upvotes; details like revenue or users not publicly disclosed; uses WhatsApp’s 2B+ user base for potential scaling
Market Size
The global online chess market reached 500 million users in 2023, with platforms like Chess.com claiming over 150 million registered users
