I built a Walkie-Talkie app with ZERO registration because I’m tired of logins. No email, no tracking, just talk. (Indie project by OK1PNK)
Hi Reddit! I’m a ham radio operator (OK1PNK) and a solo developer. I’ve always loved the 'randomness' of radio—the ability to just key up and talk to someone nearby.
I spent the last month or two building Ketska. It’s a real-time voice app designed for privacy and local connections.
The "Why":
Every app today wants your email, your phone number, and your soul. I wanted the opposite.
What makes it unique:
- 0% Friction: No 'Sign in with Google', no forms. You open the app, and you're on the air.
- Blurred Privacy: I’ve implemented 'Blurred Location' (250m offset). You see people in your area to talk to, but nobody knows exactly where you live.
- Real-Time: High-quality, low-latency audio built on LiveKit.
The "Cold Start" Problem:
Building a social app as a solo dev is hard. Right now, the map is a bit of a ghost town. It’s a classic chicken-and-egg problem: people join, see no one to talk to, and leave.
I’m looking for early adopters, radio nerds, hikers, or just curious people to help me break the silence. I want Ketska to be a place where you can find a local 'signal' without giving up your privacy.
I’d love to get some 'signal reports' from you guys! What features are missing? Is the UI intuitive?
Links:
73s!