A first conversation can feel awkward. You can make the practical setup simpler without treating random chat as a test you must pass.
This is a guide to using the product comfortably, not mental-health advice or a claim that video chat treats anxiety.
Choose a comfortable starting point
Use text chat if you would rather type. For video, check your camera before joining and choose a place where you feel comfortable speaking. Keep identifying details out of the background.
Pick one easy topic
Add an interest you enjoy and think of one question about it. A film, hobby or recent recipe can be enough. There is no need to perform or impress a stranger.
Keep the first conversation short
You can say hello, ask a question and finish. Stop is available when you want a break. A skipped or short conversation is not a judgement of your worth; people leave random chats for many reasons.
Decide what you will share
You can decline a question or leave. Do not let someone pressure you into sharing contact details, turning the camera toward private information or staying in an uncomfortable conversation. See Safety.
Use Whodis only if you are 18 or older. If random chat does not feel comfortable, it is fine to choose another activity.