Hiking · Personal safety
A timed check-in for solo hikes
Set an expected check-in before you head out. If you miss it, LoneBuddy can alert your chosen Buddy by SMS when signal is available.
Free to start · No card required · Your Buddy doesn't need the app
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Choose your Buddy
Pick someone you trust to receive your safety alert.
2
Set a check-in
Choose when you expect to be safe or finished.
3
Miss it? They're alerted
LoneBuddy can alert your chosen Buddy by SMS.
No constant GPS
Location is used when relevant safety features need it.
Buddy SMS
Your Buddy doesn't need the app.
Privacy-first
No LoneBuddy cloud database for your contacts, profiles and safety logs.
Works without mobile data
SMS/mobile signal is still required for alerts.
Start free on Android.
LoneBuddy is a supplementary safety tool and does not contact emergency services directly.