talking-buddy

3.6
34 reviews
10K+
Downloads
Content rating
Everyone
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About this app

talking-buddy™️– Instant Emotional Support, Anytime You Need It

At talking-buddy™️, we understand that sometimes you just need someone to talk to — someone who listens without judging, interrupting, or offering unwanted advice. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, lonely, anxious, or simply need to let it out, talking-buddy™️ is here for you.

What is talking-buddy™️?
talking-buddy™️ is a mobile platform that connects people who want to vent (we call them callers) with empathetic, real human beings who are ready to listen (talking buddies). It is not a therapy or crisis line. It is not coaching. It is a safe, anonymous, and supportive space to release your thoughts and emotions — right when you need it.

Key Features:

Instant, Safe, and Secure Support
No more waiting for appointments or fearing judgment. Open the app, browse available listeners, and connect instantly. Your identity stays private, and no personal information is required to talk.

Choose Your Listener
You are in control. Browse profiles of available talking buddies, read about their listening styles, and choose who feels right for your moment.

Simple, Seamless Call Experience
Just a few taps to start a call. You will be connected to your selected listener via an in-app voice call — no phone number sharing, no texts.

Pay As You Go
Only pay for the minutes you use—no subscriptions, no long-term commitments, and no minimum required. Just open the app when you need support.

Earn by Listening
Compassionate listeners can register as talking buddies and get paid per call. If you are a good listener with a kind heart, you can make a difference — and earn money doing it.

U.S.-Based Listener Network
All listeners (talking buddies) are based in the U.S., ensuring culturally relevant support and alignment with local norms. Callers are currently based in the U.S. and Canada.

Secure and Confidential
We do not store sensitive personal data. All calls are private, and our app has strict policies in place to prevent abuse, harassment, and any other inappropriate behavior. No nudity, explicit content, or hate speech allowed.

Who It Is For:

Anyone feeling overwhelmed, unheard, or emotionally drained

People between therapy sessions or waiting for their first appointment

Individuals facing loneliness, heartbreak, anxiety, stress, or burnout

Stay-at-home parents, students, professionals, caregivers — anyone needing to vent without pressure

Kind-hearted individuals looking to make a positive impact by becoming paid listeners

Why talking-buddy™️?
Life can be heavy. And not everyone has someone to talk to when they need it most. talking-buddy™️fills that gap — offering immediate, human connection when you are struggling with emotions, life events, or simply feeling alone.

We believe that you do not need to be a therapist to be therapeutic. Sometimes, just being heard is enough. And sometimes, being the one who listens can be healing too.

Stay connected on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube: @TheTalkingBuddy
Website: https://www.talking-buddy.com

Whether you are here to talk or listen, talking-buddy is where healing conversations begin.
Updated on
Feb 13, 2026

Data safety

Safety starts with understanding how developers collect and share your data. Data privacy and security practices may vary based on your use, region, and age. The developer provided this information and may update it over time.
No data shared with third parties
Learn more about how developers declare sharing
This app may collect these data types
Personal info, Photos and videos, and Device or other IDs
Data is encrypted in transit
You can request that data be deleted
Committed to follow the Play Families Policy

Ratings and reviews

3.5
31 reviews
Joel Johnson
February 10, 2026
$48 an hour in the USA for a "trained listener" who doesn’t have a degree and probably trained under 50 hours. Maybe under 30 Yes, a great listener is important. Yes it helps a lot. Yes they are immediately available. But this seems way overpriced. I'd rather just talk to AI for free... or find someone in another country who speaks English well, and needs money, and us a good listener. Many Asians with a good network connection will take less than $2/hour for this type of task.
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AHAN Apps
February 13, 2026
Thanks for sharing your view. Talking-Buddy™️ isn’t therapy. It’s pay-as-you-go access to a real human listener. Users stay anonymous, with no contact outside the app—listeners can’t call callers either. Built with strong privacy, moderation, and security controls. AI may work for some—we offer a human option. 💙
Zoe Smith
January 14, 2026
It won't delete my account.Cause it can't talking about a wallet balance.And this is obviously it irritating and you can't even delete your phone number in your email address from this app which means if you can't delete your account and you just want to sign out snice you can't delete it , they still has access to the account and not only just account but also to your email address and your phone number and who knows what they're doing with that information and it is irritating
5 people found this review helpful
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AHAN Apps
January 14, 2026
We understand your frustration. The wallet balance is just a welcome credit; you're not charged for it, and there's no obligation to use it. If you’ve submitted an in-app delete request, it’s in process. After 30 days of inactivity, all data is permanently deleted. We collect minimal info and never misuse your data. 💙
Sadie Casanova
September 19, 2025
Have to call, can't text, that doesn't work for me. won't allow me to delete my account because I have 'money' to use first.
9 people found this review helpful
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AHAN Apps
September 19, 2025
We appreciate your feedback. Talking-Buddy™️ is intentionally voice-only to ensure privacy—no texts, no traces. To delete your account, please email your registered phone number to contactus@talking-buddy.com, or go to the app: Menu → Others → Delete My Account. Let us know if we can help further!

What’s new

Minor bug fixes