Paltalk (Beta) 4.0b

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• Price: Free
• Operating system: Windows 95, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows 98
• Date added: September 27, 2001
• Total Downloads: 7,162,168
• Downloads last week: 4,224
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Download the latest version | Learn more about PaltalkScene 9.8

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CNET editors' review

Reviewed by: CNET Staff

Paltalk's integration of video, audio and text chatting unified into one window makes for a strong chatware program that includes a wealth of features.

Parental controls employ a password to change settings or block groups; adult content is hidden by default and all rooms are moderated. Add in the room ratings of G, R and A, and safe chatting is a cinch. Right-clicking a person's name gives a user-defined amount of personal information, with private room invite and file sending options. Sessions can be printed and saved, and buddy lists from other chat accounts can be automatically imported. Version 9 includes music feeds from Rhapsody and multiplayer games in case you get bored talking.

However, the abundance of pop-up ads, which strike even while you're in the middle of joining a room, might motivate users to pay for a subscription or look elsewhere. Free accounts only can open Webcams for a few seconds; paid users can open multiple video windows. The app crashed for us when closing, and the system slowdowns were disappointing. Uninstalling Paltalk left an icon on the desktop.

Still, the thousands of rooms for politics, karaoke, tech advice, and porn mean that anybody can find a connection on Paltalk.

Publisher's description

Paltalk is an Internet audio/video chat client offering a wide range of features that allow users to communicate with other users anywhere in the world. Features include free long-distance calling, audio conferencing with up to 50 users, video conferencing, and voice e-mail. You can also instant message and share files with other Paltalk users. Recent updates include Worldwide PC2Phone capability, permanent voice chat rooms, and 24-hour online help.

This beta version adds a feature called MultiVideo, which allows you to video-conference with up to 3 other Paltalk users simultaneously.

Note: This program requires you to set up a Paltalk account. After installing Paltalk, you will be directed to the registration page automatically.

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