Companion

About Companion

Companion is a mobile safety app that utilizes real-time GPS tracking to monitor the location of individuals walking alone. The app provides users with a sense of security by allowing friends or family to receive live updates on their journey home.

<problem> Individuals walking alone, especially at night or in unfamiliar areas, often feel unsafe and vulnerable. Existing safety measures may be insufficient to deter potential threats or provide timely assistance in emergencies. </problem> <solution> Companion is a mobile safety application that leverages real-time GPS tracking to enhance the security of individuals as they travel. Users can designate trusted contacts ("Companions") who can monitor their location in real-time and receive alerts if the user deviates from their planned route, experiences a sudden stop, or feels threatened. The app provides a virtual escort, allowing Companions to virtually "walk with" the user and ensure they reach their destination safely. If the user feels unsafe, they can trigger an alert to notify their Companions and emergency services, providing immediate access to help when needed. </solution> <features> - Real-time GPS location sharing with designated Companions - Automatic deviation detection from the user's planned route - Impact detection that triggers an alert if the user experiences a sudden stop - One-touch emergency call button to quickly contact local authorities - Option to add multiple Companions for increased safety and support - Customizable alert settings and notification preferences </features> <target_audience> The primary target audience includes students, urban dwellers, and anyone who frequently walks alone, particularly at night or in unfamiliar environments, and seeks an added layer of security and peace of mind. </target_audience>

What does Companion do?

Companion is a mobile safety app that utilizes real-time GPS tracking to monitor the location of individuals walking alone. The app provides users with a sense of security by allowing friends or family to receive live updates on their journey home.

When was Companion founded?

Companion was founded in 2016.

Founded
2016
Employees
22 employees

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Executive Summary

Companion is a mobile safety app that utilizes real-time GPS tracking to monitor the location of individuals walking alone. The app provides users with a sense of security by allowing friends or family to receive live updates on their journey home.

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Founded 2016

Funding

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Team (20+)

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Company Description

Problem

Individuals walking alone, especially at night or in unfamiliar areas, often feel unsafe and vulnerable. Existing safety measures may be insufficient to deter potential threats or provide timely assistance in emergencies.

Solution

Companion is a mobile safety application that leverages real-time GPS tracking to enhance the security of individuals as they travel. Users can designate trusted contacts ("Companions") who can monitor their location in real-time and receive alerts if the user deviates from their planned route, experiences a sudden stop, or feels threatened. The app provides a virtual escort, allowing Companions to virtually "walk with" the user and ensure they reach their destination safely. If the user feels unsafe, they can trigger an alert to notify their Companions and emergency services, providing immediate access to help when needed.

Features

Real-time GPS location sharing with designated Companions

Automatic deviation detection from the user's planned route

Impact detection that triggers an alert if the user experiences a sudden stop

One-touch emergency call button to quickly contact local authorities

Option to add multiple Companions for increased safety and support

Customizable alert settings and notification preferences

Target Audience

The primary target audience includes students, urban dwellers, and anyone who frequently walks alone, particularly at night or in unfamiliar environments, and seeks an added layer of security and peace of mind.

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