What is Random?
Random is a social platform I built to help real people connect, chat, share posts, join or create communities, and buy or sell—no scams, just genuine connections and easy selling, all in one place. Let’s make online communities better!
Problem
Users need to use multiple platforms for social interactions (chat, video, posts, communities) and buying/selling, leading to fragmented experiences, app-switching fatigue, and exposure to scams
Solution
All-in-one social app combining secure community-driven marketplace with random chat, video, posts, and group creation. Users interact, sell items, and join interest-based groups without switching apps (e.g., marketplace with scam verification)
Customers
Young adults (18-35), social media enthusiasts, micro-entrepreneurs, and community moderators seeking authentic connections + casual commerce
Unique Features
Built-in scam detection for marketplace, random matching algorithm prioritizing local/interest-based connections, unified feed for social + shopping activities
User Comments
Saves time by eliminating app switches
Trustworthy sellers due to verification
Fun random chat feature
Easy community creation tools
Needs more buyer protection features
Traction
Launched 3 months ago • 50K+ downloads (Google Play/App Store) • 15K DAU • $8K MRR from premium features • Founder has 2K followers on X
Market Size
Global social commerce market valued at $1.2 trillion by 2025 (Accenture), with 60% of shoppers preferring hybrid social+sales platforms
