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Explore freely — without live tracking.

Set your expected return time before you go. ABB alerts your emergency contacts only if you do not return on time.

How ABB works

1) Create your adventure

Name your adventure, choose your activity, set the location, and choose who gets notified.

2) Set your return time

Pick your date, time, and time zone. ABB keeps the clock so reminders and alerts line up with your real-world plans.

3) Start the beacon

When your expected return time passes, ABB sends you a reminder to check in. If you don't tap Mark Safe within 1 hour, your emergency contacts are alerted.

What makes ABB different

No live GPS tracking Alerts only if you're overdue Works even if your phone dies

Privacy-first, no tracking

ABB never streams your live location or records GPS trails. It only uses the adventure details and contacts you choose to share, and only if you're overdue.

Built for real adventures

Your emergency contacts are only alerted if you don't return on time — not when you set off. Start your adventure knowing no one will be alarmed unnecessarily.

Works even if your phone dies

Once you start a beacon, ABB's server-side timer keeps running. Reminders and alerts can still go out even if your battery dies or you lose signal after you set your plans.

Learn how ABB works for solo hiking →

No hardware. No monthly fee. €29/year.

Adventure Buddy Beacon does not contact emergency services and should not be relied upon as your only safety measure. Always follow local safety guidance and carry appropriate equipment when adventuring.