A personal safety check-in app for solo travelers

SoloWise alerts those who care about you if you don't check in

Solo travel safety app
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SoloWise supports personal safety awareness in a way that fits how travel often works. Our approach allows solo travelers to move through a multi-leg trip without needing to create the next check-in on the fly between segments.

Plan check-ins ahead of time
Create multiple, sequential safety check-ins for multi-leg trips — well before a departure date.
Unobtrusive during transit
Check-ins run quietly in the background while you focus on traveling, not managing an app.
Automatic across trip segments
Each leg of a journey has its own defined timing and locations.
Flexible when plans change
Check-in times can be adjusted easily to reflect delays, reroutes, or schedule changes.

Solo travel safety starts with planning ahead

Solo travel involves movement through unfamiliar environments, shifting timelines, and moments of uncertainty. Personal safety awareness is optimized when travelers take the time to think ahead, understand their surroundings, and define expectations before they're on the move.

SoloWise is designed around advance planning. By setting safety check-ins before a trip begins — or before each segment of a journey — travelers create clear expectations about where they're going and when they're expected to arrive.

This approach supports situational awareness without distraction. Instead of relying on constant interaction or live monitoring, SoloWise helps travelers stay focused on their surroundings while knowing that missed check-ins will be noticed automatically if plans don't unfold as expected.

SoloWise adds certainty
without complexity.

Preplanned

Schedule safety check-ins for multi-leg trips ahead of time, reducing friction between segments.

Unobstrusive

Smooth travel remains the focus, not the app, and no one else is notified when everything is fine.

Automatic

When a check-in is missed, friends and family are alerted without requiring action in the moment.

Optional tools like location sharing and manual emergency alerts are available when they add value, but the foundation remains the use of safety check-ins.

Why Early Awareness Matters for Solo Travel

During solo travel, uncertainty often grows quietly. A missed arrival, delayed communication, or unexpected change can go unnoticed simply because no clear expectation was set.

Solo travel safety check-ins reduce that ambiguity. By defining timing and location ahead of time, missed check-ins become immediately meaningful — helping trusted contacts understand when something may require attention, without unnecessary alarm.

Why Solo Travelers Choose SoloWise

Solo travelers choose SoloWise because it supports independence while providing structured safety awareness:

Promotes planning ahead for safety
Safety check-ins are created in advance, helping travelers define clear expectations as soon as an itinerary is set, rather than spending that time while traveling.
Adapts to short trips and extended travel
Whether it’s a weekend getaway or a multi-week journey, check-ins can be structured to fit trips of any length or complexity.
Respects privacy and autonomy
SoloWise is designed to work without constant monitoring. Location sharing is optional and always remains under the traveler’s control.
Supports situational awareness
By turning missed check-ins into clear, meaningful signals, SoloWise helps trusted contacts understand when something may need attention.

How Solo Travelers Use SoloWise

SoloWise is can be used throughout the common stages of traveling:

Solo travel safety app for arrivals and departures

Arrivals & Departures

  • Schedule a safety check-in for when you expect to arrive or depart.
  • If everything goes as planned, no one needs to be notified — no news is good news.
  • If a check-in is missed, your trusted contacts gain awareness without guesswork.
Solo travel safety app for layovers

Layovers & Connections

  • Use the time between flight segments or travel breaks to update your check-ins to reflect any changes.
  • SoloWise works quietly while you move through airports or stations.
  • Missed check-ins signal that a specific connection may need attention.
Solo travel safety app for hotel check-ins

Hotel Check-ins

  • Create a check-in for when you expect to arrive at your hotel or rental.
  • If you check in as planned, no alert messages are sent to your contacts.
  • If a check-in is missed, contacts are alerted automatically based on your preferences.
Solo travel safety app for border crossings

Border crossings

  • Schedule check-ins around expected border or customs completion times.
  • SoloWise accounts for uncertainty without requiring live updates.
  • Missed check-ins provide a clear signal if plans don't unfold as expected.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does SoloWise work for international travel?

Yes, SoloWise's core safety check-in functionality works anywhere. Travelers can schedule and manage check-ins globally, and reminder emails are delivered wherever internet connectivity is available.

However, some features depend on connectivity and regional text messaging support. Accessing the app and updating check-ins requires an internet connection. Text message reminders and alerts require cellular service and are limited to regional availability.

When planning international travel, it's also important to consider whether your emergency contacts will have reliable connectivity. SoloWise's awareness system depends on successful communication between SoloWise and your designated contacts.

What happens if I lose internet or cellular service?

Once a safety check-in is created and saved, it's stored on SoloWise's servers — not just on your phone. That means the alerts sent to your family and friends can still be sent even if your device loses power, runs out of battery, or goes out of range.

Accessing the app, making changes to check-ins, and receiving reminders on your device do require connectivity. However, if a check-in is missed, SoloWise can still notify your designated contacts based on the information already on file.

As with any communication system, delivery ultimately depends on available networks and the connectivity of your contacts, but missed check-ins don't rely on your phone being active at that moment.

Do I have to share my location?
No. Location sharing is entirely optional and can be enabled when you feel it adds value. Many solo travelers rely solely on safety check-ins.
Can I adjust check-ins if my plans change?
Yes. Check-in times can be edited easily to reflect delays or itinerary changes. Check-in times can be extended either through the SoloWise app or our text messaging system.

Pricing: Free to Premium

Plans differ only by usage capacity, not by access to core safety features.

The fundamental features of SoloWise, including unlimited check-in times and one emergency contact, are always free with our basic plan.

All you need to do is sign-up with your name and email address -- no credit card required.

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$ 3 / mo

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$ 6 / mo

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