About Penpal

In early December of 2014, I had one of those days we all wish we could avoid. Money, work, love and family all went awry. The day ended with me coming home and desperately wanting to chat with someone. So I jumped on Facebook and found the first person in my chat list still awake, my Ex. We talked for a short bit and I vaguely shared with her my shitty day. Even though we had dated, I didn't feel comfortable getting into the nitty-gritty. But the cathartic experience of being honest about having a shitty day did the trick and I went to sleep feeling much better. I woke up in the morning and the idea for Penpal was born!

Penpal allows you to share your thoughts anonymously with your friends and family with the hope of engaging them in supportive private chats. There have been quite a few attempts at digital anonymity, but none that have focused on fostering intimate conversations across your social graph.

- Ari (LinkedIn)