# Start Chat : Direct Message

> Start WhatsApp and Telegram chats without saving contacts. Simple & fast.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.helixcer.startchat](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.helixcer.startchat)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.helixcer.startchat`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Helixcer
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 305
- **Version:** 4.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-01-28
- **First published:** 2026-01-21
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 32 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.helixcer.startchat)
- **Website:** [https://www.helixcer.com](https://www.helixcer.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.helixcer.com/policies/privacy-policy](https://www.helixcer.com/policies/privacy-policy)

## Description

Start Chat lets you start chats on WhatsApp and Telegram without saving phone numbers to your contacts.<br><br>Simply enter or paste a phone number with the country code, choose your preferred messaging app, and start chatting instantly.<br><br>🔑 Key Features<br>• Start WhatsApp and Telegram chats without saving contacts<br>• Supports WhatsApp and WhatsApp Business<br>• Open Telegram chats easily<br>• Simple manual number entry or paste number<br>• Clean and easy-to-use interface<br>• No access to contacts or call logs<br><br>This app is designed for users who want a quick and convenient way to message new numbers without cluttering their contact list.<br><br>Privacy First:<br>Start Chat does not collect or access your contacts, call logs, or phone state.<br><br>Disclaimer:<br>Start Chat is not affiliated with WhatsApp, WhatsApp Business, or Telegram. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

## Rankings

- #1,558,201 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.helixcer.startchat.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.helixcer.startchat)