Peace of mind,
knowing you’re OK.

A simple reminder to check in. If you miss one, your trusted contacts get an alert.

Olkano screenshot

How it works

Tap once to confirm you’re OK. If you miss a check-in, your trusted contacts get an alert.

Check‑in time
We send a reminder
Check-in received
No alerts are sent.
Check-in missed
We alert your trusted contacts.
Trusted contacts
Get an alert.

Key features

Olkano app screenshot
Daily reminder at your chosen time
Alerts to trusted contacts if a check-in is missed
Multi-language support
Secure and private — no location tracking

Benefits for everyone

Independence while staying connected.

For independent people

  • Maintain your routine and privacy
  • One tap a day = peace of mind
  • No extra gadgets needed
Family spending time together
City street scene

For Family & Trusted Contacts

  • Know they're OK, even from afar
  • Get an alert if a check-in is missed
  • Calls to chat, not to check

Get Olkano free

or invite someone you love

Download the app for yourself, or send an invite so someone else can start checking in.

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Choose your plan

Upgrade to Plus in the app after install, or sponsor someone on the portal.

Free
$0 / forever
  • 1 trusted contact
  • Daily check-ins
  • Missed check-in alerts
Plus
$4.99 / month
  • Unlimited trusted contacts
  • Interval check-ins
  • Scheduling exceptions