What is Rhetorum?
Rhetorum is a free live debate platform where people create rooms, invite speakers, join as audience, and test ideas in real time.
FAQ
Questions about Rhetorum.
Clear answers for people deciding whether Rhetorum is the right place to host, join, or watch a live debate.
Is Rhetorum free?
Rhetorum is designed so normal users can join and host basic live rooms for free while the community grows.
What is a live debate room?
A live debate room is a temporary real-time space built around one claim, invited speakers, audience listening, and structured participation.
Are debates recorded?
No. Rhetorum rooms are not recorded or archived by default. When a debate ends, the room closes unless a future host tool explicitly changes that.
Can I watch without speaking?
Yes. Audience members can listen silently, submit questions, and request to speak when the host or moderator allows it.
How do I create a debate room?
Start with a claim, choose a live format, invite speakers, set basic rules or time limits, and open or schedule the room.
Can I invite another speaker?
Yes. Rhetorum is built around speaker invites so people can ask a thoughtful opponent to take the other side of a claim.
Who is Rhetorum for?
Rhetorum is for students, debate clubs, educators, creators, civic groups, and curious people who want live structured disagreement.
Can schools or clubs use Rhetorum?
Yes. Schools, clubs, and discussion communities can use Rhetorum to create live rooms around claims, formats, and speaker roles.
How can Rhetorum make money later?
Possible future revenue includes sponsored live events, promoted public rooms, institutional accounts, optional host tools, event partnerships, and ethical advertising.