Safety for people living alone.
Alma notifies your emergency contacts if you miss your check-in, even if you can't call for help yourself.
- Try it free for 14 days
- Contacts don't need the app
- No extra device
Available on iOS and Android
How it works
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Check in regularly
Set a schedule for when you want to check in: Alma reminds you in good time.
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Didn't check in?
Then Alma lets your emergency contacts know, with your location and emergency info if you want.
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Until someone takes care of it
Alma notifies your contacts one after another, every 15 minutes, until someone responds. If nobody responds, everyone is notified a second time.
The safety net works even if your phone is switched off, has run out of battery or has no signal.
Why people trust Alma
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★★★★★
My mother lives alone and this is such a great way to prompt her to check in daily without having to remember to text or call every day. The app is easy to understand and has a clean design.
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★★★★★
I felt much more safe after I started using Alma check-in. My family also has it. Everyone can relax better now when knowing others are safe!
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★★★★★
Die App ist gut durchdacht und hilft uns sehr im Alltag. Meine Oma checkt regelmäßig ein. So wissen wir, dass es ihr gut geht, auch wenn wir es an einem Tag mal nicht schaffen, bei ihr anzurufen.
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★★★★★
Mein Vater lebt alleine und endlich gibt es ein Tool, mit dem ich unkompliziert in Kontakt mit ihm stehen kann und das mich im Notfall kontaktiert.
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Who is behind Alma
Bastian Matzen built Alma for his mother, who lives alone and far away. He wanted to be sure that someone would find out if something happened to her, even if she could no longer call for help herself.
Bastian Matzen, maker of Alma
Press and media →- Made in Europe
- No ads. No ad trackers.
- Encrypted & GDPR compliant
- Data stored safely in Germany
- Available in 24 languages
Pricing
For you
Alma Safety Net
Subscription
Everything in the free version, plus:
- You check in up to three times a day, on the days of the week you choose.
- Up to 5 emergency contacts get a message via the app, WhatsApp, Telegram or email.
- If you want, they also get your location and emergency info.
- A family member can set up the app for you.
Try 14 days for free · Cancel anytime
For your contacts
As Emergency Contact
Free forever
For family and friends you add as emergency contacts.
- You can see at any time whether your family and friends have checked in.
- You get a message if someone doesn't check in.
- Every day, you can share a moment from your day with each other.
Prices are adjusted to each country. Alma is free in Ukraine. If you can't afford Alma, write to us using the contact form and you'll get it for free.
Alma or a personal alarm?
| Personal alarm | Alma | |
|---|---|---|
| Helps if you can no longer press a button | No | Yes, it alerts automatically when a check-in is missed |
| Works away from home | Mostly at home | Yes, wherever you are |
| Extra device | Base station and button | None, just your phone |
| Cost | Device rental plus a monthly fee | 14 days free, then a low monthly price. Free for contacts. |
If you don't have a smartphone, a personal alarm is the better choice. Some people use both. Read the full comparison →
Questions? Answers.
Everything you need to know about how Alma works.
What happens if I miss a check-in?
If you miss a check-in, your emergency contacts are immediately notified through the Alma app, or via WhatsApp, Telegram, or email if they don't use Alma. If you've enabled it, the alert can also include your last known location and stored health information, so your contacts know how to help.
Do my emergency contacts also get practical information, like where the spare key is?
Yes. Under Emergency Information you can note what matters in an emergency: where a spare key is, pets that need care, medication, allergies, conditions, blood type and any other notes, such as the phone number of your doctor's practice. If you miss a check-in, your emergency contacts receive this information together with your address, if you've added it: in the alert in the Alma app, directly in the email, or on WhatsApp and Telegram through the link in the message.
Do my emergency contacts need the app?
No. Emergency contacts can receive alerts via WhatsApp, Telegram, or email without installing anything. If they want to see your updates, they can join Alma using the free version.
What if my phone is off or has no signal?
Alma uses cloud-based monitoring. Your check-in schedule is stored securely, so the system detects a missed check-in even if your phone is off, out of battery, or has no signal.
Can I set up Alma for a parent or grandparent?
Yes. Once you accept their invitation as an emergency contact, you can set up their check-in times, emergency contacts, and emergency info from your own phone. They only need to confirm they are okay once a day.
Does Alma track my location all the time?
No. Alma does not use continuous tracking. If you enable location sharing in Safety Net, only your last known location is stored and shared with your contacts if you miss a check-in.
Is my data safe?
Yes. All data is encrypted, stored in Germany, and handled in compliance with GDPR. Alma does not show ads and does not sell your data.
Can I use Alma as a safety app for walking alone?
Yes. Before you set off walking, commuting, or heading out at night, you can start a check-in for the time you expect to be back. If you do not check in by then, your emergency contacts are notified and can see your last known location. There is nothing to do in the moment and no one to call.
Does Alma work offline for solo hiking?
Yes. Your check-in schedule runs in the cloud, so a missed check-in is detected even with no signal on the trail. If you lose coverage, your contacts are alerted as soon as a connection returns, along with your last known location. That makes it a practical safety app for solo hikers and remote routes.
Can Alma check on an elderly parent every day?
Yes. You can set up Alma for a parent or grandparent in a few minutes and choose a daily check-in time that suits them. If they miss it, you are notified. It is a calm way to know they are safe each day without phoning every morning or making them feel watched.
Can I use Alma if I work alone?
Many people who work alone use Alma as a simple safety net. You can set a check-in for the end of a shift or a task done by yourself. If you do not check in, the contacts you choose are notified with your last known location.
How do I cancel?
You can start with a 14-day free trial of Safety Net. You can cancel anytime through the App Store or Google Play. You will keep access to the free Emergency Contact Mode.