Loocater is a platform that maps a verified network of public‑friendly restrooms, letting parents, caregivers, and anyone with specific accessibility needs locate nearby facilities that are family‑friendly, gender‑neutral, and equipped with adult changing tables. The service partners with local businesses that opt‑in to offer guaranteed restroom access, eliminating the guesswork of finding a welcoming and safe bathroom when on the go.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Many individuals—parents, caregivers, people with chronic health conditions, or those recovering from surgery—must plan their day around finding a public restroom that is accessible, welcoming, and equipped for their specific needs. Public restrooms are often unmarked, restricted to customers, or lack family‑friendly amenities, leading to uncertainty and inconvenience.
Solution
Loocater creates a verified network of public restrooms by partnering with local businesses that intentionally offer access to the public. The platform lets users search for nearby facilities that are confirmed to be accessible, gender‑neutral, and equipped with adult changing tables and companion‑care rooms. Each location is vetted, so users can trust that the restroom will be welcoming and suitable before they arrive. By centralizing this information in a mobile‑friendly interface, Loocater removes the guesswork and enables people to plan outings without worrying about bathroom availability.
Target Audience
Primary users are parents, caregivers, individuals with medical or mobility needs, and anyone who requires reliable, inclusive public restroom access while on the go.
Features
- Curated map of participating businesses with confirmed public restroom access
- Filters for accessibility, family‑friendly amenities, gender‑neutral options, and adult changing tables
- Real‑time verification status indicating that each restroom is intentionally open to the public
- Detailed facility descriptions to set expectations about space, cleanliness, and available accommodations
- Partnership program for businesses to list their restrooms and improve community accessibility