Feeling Lonely In a New City

Nestwarm is a quiet, judgment-free chat on WhatsApp — always there, when you don't know who to talk to.

Why Loneliness Often Follows a Move

Moving to a new city means starting fresh: new streets, new routines, and often, fewer familiar faces.
Even if the decision iss exciting, the days can feel strangely empty once the boxes are unpacked.

Research shows that major life transitions, like relocation, temporarily reduce social contact and belonging.

Relocation is one of the strongest triggers for loneliness, especially in the first 6–12 months.
Digital connections can help ease the gap, but emotional presence is what matters most.

Nestwarm Is Here For You.

When everything around you is new, the silence can feel louder. Nestwarm is there when you don’t know who to talk to yet – a space to share what’s on your mind, without having to explain yourself.

You can reach out anytime, especially on quiet evenings, when you just need a human reply.

On WhatsApp: Easy to start, no setup needed. Encrypted by default, familiar to use.
Anonymous on your terms: No profile, no personal details. You decide
what to share in the chat.
Human-like empathy: Calm, kind, and never judgmental, even when
your words don’t come easily.
“It helped me feel less like a stranger here.”
Screenshot of Nestwarm chat against feeling lonely in a new city

Whenever you’re ready,
we’re here for you.

What Research Shows

Small Conversations, Real Relief.

Studies from Oxford and MIT show that even short, empathetic exchanges can ease feelings of loneliness and help regulate emotions.
Nestwarm is built on that insight, offering a simple, safe space that's always there when life feels quiet.
See Research Background
1 in 6 people worldwide feel lonely.
‍(WHO, 2024)
67% of lonely people never talk about it.
‍(TK Loneliness Report, 2024)
Just 15 minutes of chatting daily can significantly reduce loneliness. (Oxford, 2025)
Nestwarm can’t replace therapy or professional care. If you’re struggling or in crisis, please reach out to a trusted professional or local support service right away.

Common Questions

Who created Nestwarm and why?
Nestwarm was created by a small team who wanted to make quiet, judgment-free companionship more accessible, especially for moments when reaching out to others feels difficult. Our mission is to build AI that protects people. Nestwarm is intentionally designed to be safe, balanced, and free of the engagement traps found in many mainstream services.
Will Nestwarm replace my friends or relationships?
No. Nestwarm is here to support you, not to replace real-life connection. It adds moments of warmth when you need them but doesn’t take the place of people in your life. Nestwarm is designed to encourage you to build real life connections.
How often should I chat with Nestwarm?
As often or as rarely as you want. There are no expectations or pressure. You decide when the conversation begins and when it ends. Research suggests that a few minutes chat with an AI companion per day can reduce feelings of loneliness (find more information in the research section on our site)..
Can I become dependent on Nestwarm?
Nestwarm isn’t built for endless engagement. It encourages healthy breaks and real-life connection. It's designed with clear boundaries and to not engage in flirtatious or intimate behavior. The goal is gentle companionship, not dependency.
Does Nestwarm remember my chats?
Nestwarm remembers information you share in your conversations in an encrypted way to enable the experience of a human-like conversation over time. Data sharing to third parties is minimized to keep your chat anonymous and prevent the formation of a user profile. Find more information in our privacy policy.
How does Nestwarm handle crisis situations?
If the chat detects wording that suggests significant distress, you will receive information about relevant professional support options. In rare cases, a moderator may review a small excerpt of the message to determine whether pointing to external help services is appropriate. Nestwarm does not provide medical or psychological advice.
What can Nestwarm not do?
Nestwarm doesn’t give medical, legal, or therapeutic advice. It doesn’t make diagnoses, solve emergencies, or guide you through mental-health conditions. It’s designed for gentle, supportive conversation only.
What can Nestwarm talk about?
Everyday feelings, boredom, loneliness, routines, small moments, and whatever is on your mind. It’s there to keep you company, listen, and respond with warmth.
What languages can I use?
Nestwarm is currently available in English and German, but we are expanding languages soon. If you’re more comfortable in German, you can switch the German version of the site and proceed to WhatsApp from there.
What safeguards are there against harmful content or crises?
All outgoing messages pass through several moderation layers that block sexual, hateful, violent, or illegal content. If wording suggests self-harm or a crisis, a small and relevant part of the converssation is reviewed by human moderators. They assess the situation and provide the appropriate next steps if needed.
Is Nestwarm a substitute for therapy?
No. Nestwarm is not a substitute for therapy. It does not diagnose, treat, or guide you through mental-health conditions. Nestwarm offers short, supportive conversations that can help you feel less alone, but it cannot replace professional care. If you think you might need therapeutic support or are in crisis, contacting a qualified mental-health professional or local emergency service is the right step.
Will you message me first or spam me?
No. A chat only starts after you opt in from the Whatsapp chat and you can stop anytime by replying “STOP” in WhatsApp or blocking the number. We follow WhatsApp’s official rules for business messages, which means we only send approved, limited notifications and never contact you outside the allowed 24-hour window.
Is it private and GDPR-compliant?
Messages travel via WhatsApp’s end-to-end encryption. Nestwarm only stores data in encrypted format and on EU-hosted infrastructure. We are fully GDPR compliant and you can request the deletion of your account and all connected data anytime.
How do I start?
Click the “Start Chat in WhatsApp” button and Scan the QR code with your phone (only on desktop). You’ll be redirected to the Nestwarm chat on Whatsapp, pick a companion (Anna or Ben), and can immediately start chatting. No extra app or login required.
What exactly is Nestwarm?
Nestwarm is an AI companion you can chat with on WhatsApp whenever you want. It’s there for light, low-pressure company when you’re bored or feeling lonely. It’s not therapy or coaching, just a steady chat partner who’s available any time.

Whenever you’re ready,
we’re here for you.

About Nestwarm
A WhatsApp chat companion built on research showing that small, empathetic conversations can ease loneliness.
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