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Your friends are watching without you. Fix that.

Sync with your crew across any timezone. Create a watchroom, share the link, react to every plot twist โ€” even when you don't watch at the same time.

See How It Works
Crunchyroll Detection
Real-time Chat
Perfect Sync

See It In Action

The Anidachi button lives directly on the video. One click to open, one more to create a room โ€” then paste the link in Discord and you're watching together.

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Open panel
Create room
Friends join
Reactions
Sync

The Anidachi bubble sits in the top-right corner of any video player.

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Works on any video

YouTube, Crunchyroll, or any HTML5 player โ€” the overlay attaches automatically.

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Share with one link

Rooms live in the URL hash. Copy the invite link and your friend lands right in the session.

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Push-to-talk reactions

Hold V to speak a reaction. Your voice is transcribed and floats up over the video.

How AniDachi Works

From install to your first shared episode in under two minutes.

  1. 1

    Install the Chrome Extension

    Add the AniDachi extension to Chrome. It takes seconds and works alongside your existing Crunchyroll account.

  2. 2

    Detect Anime Automatically

    Navigate to any anime on Crunchyroll and click 'Detect Anime.' AniDachi identifies the show, season, and episode automatically.

  3. 3

    Create a Watchroom

    One click creates a shared watchroom. Invite friends via link โ€” they can join from any device, any time.

  4. 4

    Mark Episodes & Track Progress

    Mark episodes as watched at your own pace. AniDachi tracks everyone's progress so no one falls behind.

  5. 5

    Chat, React & Discuss

    Leave reactions, share theories, and chat about each episode โ€” even if friends watch days later. Every moment is shared.

Features

Your Asynchronous Anime Hub

Transform solo viewing into shared experiences with powerful features designed for anime lovers who want to watch Crunchyroll together

Asynchronous Group Watching
Never miss watching with friends again
Create watchrooms and invite friends to watch anime together, even when you're not online at the same time. Everyone watches at their own pace โ€” AniDachi tracks individual progress so no one falls behind. Pick up where you left off, mark episodes as watched, and stay synchronized without scheduling conflicts. Perfect for friend groups across different time zones.
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Integrated Chat and Discussions
Share every epic moment instantly
React to your favorite moments, discuss plot twists, and share theories with built-in real-time chat and discussion threads for each episode. Leave time-stamped reactions that your friends see when they catch up. Whether you're debating the latest Attack on Titan reveal or sharing One Piece memes, every conversation stays attached to the episode.
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Personalized Watch History
Discover your next favorite anime
Track your anime journey with detailed watch history and progress tracking across all your watchrooms. See what your friends have watched, compare notes on completed series, and keep a permanent record of your anime adventures. Never lose track of which episode you're on, even across multiple shows.
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Anime Detection Chrome Extension

Seamlessly detect anime on Crunchyroll and instantly create watchrooms. The best way to watch anime with friends online.

Automatic Anime Detection
Smart recognition technology automatically detects anime content on Crunchyroll and other supported platforms, making watchroom creation effortless. No copy-pasting URLs or searching titles manually.
One-Click Watchroom Creation
Instantly create watchrooms for any anime episode with a single click. No manual searching or setup required โ€” just click and share the invite link with friends.
Stay in Sync with Friends
Automatically synchronize playback with your watchroom members. Pause, play, and seek together for a truly shared Crunchyroll viewing experience across any distance.

How AniDachi Compares

See how AniDachi stacks up against other ways to watch anime with friends.

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Auto anime detection

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Real-time chat

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Watch history tracking

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Episode progress per user

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Free tier available

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No account required for extension

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Early Access Pricing

Simple pricing. Cancel anytime.

Start paid checkout in one click. You'll see the full line items in Stripe before you pay. Full refund in early access if you change your mind.

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Crunchyroll Subscriber

Who it's for: you already stream on Crunchyroll and want watchrooms on top

$8/month
Works with the Crunchyroll tab you already use โ€” AniDachi adds sync, chat, and async progress
  • Unlimited watchrooms
  • Real-time chat & discussions
  • Chrome extension access
  • Cross-device playback sync
  • Watch history & progress tracking
  • Priority support
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Refundable in early access โ€ข Cancel anytime โ€ข No hidden fees

Anime Junkie
$38/month
For serious groups: advanced room controls + founder support. Everyone still uses their own Crunchyroll login.
  • Everything in Crunchyroll Subscriber
  • Invite-only rooms (private links + approval)
  • Host & moderator controls (kick/ban, lock playback, room rules)
  • Room personalization (name, cover, pinned notes)
  • Founder badge + early feature drops
  • Fast-track support (same-day replies)
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Card checkout

Secure Stripe checkout โ€ข Cancel anytime โ€ข Early-access refunds available

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! AniDachi is built for asynchronous group watching. Create a watchroom, mark episodes as you watch them, and leave reactions or comments for friends to see when they catch up โ€” no need to be online at the same time.
Each person needs their own Crunchyroll account to stream the anime. AniDachi handles the sync, watchrooms, and chat layer on top.
The Chrome extension requires a desktop browser. The watchroom chat and progress tracking will be accessible on mobile via the web app in a future update.
AniDachi โ€“ Watch Anime Together | Sync Crunchyroll with Friends