SoloGuard

What is SoloGuard?

SoloGuard is a daily safety check-in app for people who live alone or spend time away from others. Each day, you send a simple “I’m okay” check-in with a single tap.

If you miss your check-in, SoloGuard notifies your emergency contacts by email. The app is designed to work without location tracking and with minimal setup for both you and your contacts.

Key Features

• One-tap daily check-in: You mark yourself as okay once per day using a simple check-in action.
• Visual countdown to your deadline: The app shows a countdown to your next check-in deadline to help you stay on schedule.
• Up to 5 emergency contacts (email only): You can add as many as five contacts; they receive an email if you miss a check-in.
• Customizable daily check-in time: You set the daily deadline that fits your routine.
• Adjustable grace period (12, 24, 48, or 72 hours): Contacts are alerted only after the grace period expires without a check-in.
• Push reminders before expiration: You receive notifications as your check-in deadline approaches.
• Pause mode for vacations or travel: You can pause check-ins so your contacts aren’t alerted while the pause is active.
• Check-in history calendar view: You can review your past check-ins over time.
• Privacy-oriented design (no location tracking, no social features): The app collects check-in times and emergency contact email addresses, and is positioned as not selling data.

How to Use SoloGuard

1. Install SoloGuard from the App Store and sign in using Sign in with Apple.
2. Set your daily check-in time and choose a grace period (12–72 hours).
3. Add up to 5 emergency contacts by email.
4. Use the app each day: open SoloGuard and tap the check-in circle once to keep your check-in valid until your next chosen deadline.
5. If you need a break, turn on pause mode for the period you don’t want check-ins.

Use Cases

• Living alone with a simple daily routine: Check in each day so family or trusted contacts know you’re okay without needing to coordinate messages.
• Solo travel where you want a safety net: Set your check-in time and grace period; if you stop checking in, your contacts are emailed even though they don’t need the app.
• Remote work in isolated areas: When signal or circumstances make communication inconsistent, rely on the check-in + grace period to automatically alert contacts.
• Vacation periods: Enable pause mode while traveling or away to avoid triggering alerts during times you don’t want to perform daily check-ins.
• Planning around your schedule: Use push reminders and the on-screen countdown to stay aligned with your daily deadline.

FAQ

What happens if I miss my check-in?

If you miss your check-in, SoloGuard sends push notification reminders as the deadline approaches. If your chosen grace period (12, 24, 48, or 72 hours) expires without a check-in, SoloGuard automatically emails your emergency contacts with details on when you were last active.

Do my emergency contacts need the app?

No. Emergency contacts are notified by email only. They do not need to install SoloGuard or create an account.

Can I adjust my check-in time or the alert timing?

Yes. You can set a daily check-in deadline and choose an adjustable grace period of 12, 24, 48, or 72 hours before contacts are alerted.

Can I pause check-ins for travel or vacation?

Yes. Pause mode lets you suspend check-ins so your contacts aren’t alerted during the paused period.

Is SoloGuard available on iOS?

Yes. SoloGuard is available on iOS via the App Store and supports signing in with Sign in with Apple.

Alternatives

• Personal check-in reminders using calendar apps: You can schedule daily reminders, but unlike SoloGuard, it won’t automatically email contacts when you miss a check-in.
• Location-free “wellness check” workflows via email: Some users set up manual email messages or automated rules, but it typically requires more effort to confirm missed check-ins.
• Wearable or device-based safety monitoring: Some safety solutions rely on device signals or sensors; these may provide different coverage compared with SoloGuard’s email-based emergency notification approach.
• Family safety apps with location sharing: If your priority is a notification network, these apps often include location features; SoloGuard’s positioning is specifically no location tracking.