Living Alone in Manchester? A Daily Check-in Keeps You Safe
Manchester has one of the highest rates of single-person households in the North. A free daily check-in keeps your family informed.
Free forever • No credit card • iOS & Android
The Problem
Sound familiar? You're not alone.
Living far from parents in India
Daily phone calls are hard to schedule across busy lives
No reliable way to know if something's wrong without constant checking
How I'm Alive Solves This
A simple solution that actually works.
One-tap daily check-in takes seconds from their routine
You're notified instantly only when they miss their check-in
Works on any smartphone—no special hardware needed
Why This Works for You
- Manchester's growing population of solo residents includes students, professionals, and retirees
- University of Manchester and MMU students often live alone off-campus for the first time
- Northern winters and storm season make daily check-ins a sensible safety habit
- Free on iOS and Android — no subscription needed
How It Works
Three simple steps.
Set Your Time
Choose when to check in each day
Tap I'm Okay
One tap confirms you're safe
Auto-Alert
Miss a check-in? Contact is notified
Features
One-Tap Check-In
Large, easy button - done in seconds
Customizable Schedule
Set your perfect check-in time
Smart Alerts
Escalating notifications if you miss
Check-In Notes
Add context like 'Going hiking today'
History Tracking
See all your past check-ins
Free to Start
Core safety features always free
Frequently Asked Questions
I live alone in Salford/Didsbury/Chorlton.
Greater Manchester has thousands living solo. A daily check-in ensures someone knows you're okay — especially if family is elsewhere in the UK.
My nan lives alone in Stockport.
She checks in once daily with one tap. If she misses it, you get alerts. Simple enough for anyone.
I'm a student at UoM.
Set a parent as your contact. One tap daily replaces the guilt about not calling. They're only notified if you miss.
Is this free?
Yes — completely free. No subscription, no ads. Safety check-ins are free forever.
Does it work in the Northern Quarter with patchy signal?
The app needs only a moment of connectivity once per day. If you have any signal at all, you can check in.
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Download I'm Alive today and give yourself and your loved ones peace of mind. It's completely free.
Free forever • No credit card required • iOS & Android
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