Direct messages
Private one-to-one conversations with anyone on your campus network.
A chat app built for students, not offices
Direct messages, group threads, polls, files and mentions — a clean, distraction-free chat made for coursework and campus life.
What is Student Chat on ClassLab?
Student Chat on ClassLab gives you organised conversations for every part of student life: one-to-one DMs, subject groups, project rooms and campus-wide channels. Share notes and files, run quick polls before a group decision, react to messages and mention classmates so nothing important is missed. Moderation tools keep the space safe and on-topic.
Features
Group threads
Dedicated rooms for subjects, projects and clubs.
File and note sharing
Send PDFs, images and study material inline.
Polls
Settle a meeting time or topic in seconds.
Mentions and reactions
Pull the right person in and respond without typing.
Reporting and moderation
Flag content and let moderators act quickly.
How it works
- 1
Create your profile
Sign up and pick a username your classmates can find.
- 2
Find your people
Search by name, username or email and start a chat.
- 3
Start collaborating
Open a group for each subject or project and keep it all in one place.
Benefits
- All coursework conversation in one searchable place
- Far less noise than general-purpose messaging apps
- Share study material without leaving the thread
- Built-in moderation and reporting
- Works across desktop, tablet and mobile
- Free for students
Frequently asked questions
Is Student Chat private?
Direct messages are private between participants, and group access is controlled by group members.
Can I share files?
Yes — PDFs, images and notes can be attached directly to any conversation.
How do I find classmates?
Search by name, username or email, or type @ to see suggestions.
What if someone misbehaves?
Report the message and campus moderators will review it.
Ready to join your campus on ClassLab?
Free for students. Set up your profile in under a minute and start collaborating today.
Create your free account