WhereUAt

Product Introduction

1. WhereUAt is a mobile application designed to simplify coordination for casual, real-world gatherings by providing real-time location sharing tailored to small-scale events. It focuses on answering the immediate question of whether attendees are en route or delayed, eliminating uncertainty during meetups. The app operates exclusively within a 30-minute window—15 minutes before and after an event’s start time—to prioritize privacy and relevance. It is currently available on iOS and optimized for web browsers like Chrome, Edge, and Safari.
2. The core value of WhereUAt lies in its ability to reduce friction in informal social planning by offering time-bound, location-based transparency among participants. Unlike traditional event platforms, it removes the need for constant messaging or manual updates by automating arrival statuses. This ensures users spend less time coordinating and more time engaging in activities.

Main Features

1. The app enables live location sharing restricted to a 30-minute window (15 minutes pre-event to 15 minutes post-event), ensuring data is only accessible when contextually relevant. This feature automatically deactivates outside the designated timeframe to protect user privacy.
2. WhereUAt supports instant event creation for casual gatherings such as sports sessions, home parties, or coffee meetups, with no requirement for formal ticketing or registration. Users can generate a shareable link to invite participants directly via messaging platforms.
3. The app integrates browser optimization for Chrome, Edge, and Safari, ensuring seamless cross-platform functionality between mobile and desktop users. This allows participants without the app installed to view event details and live locations via web browsers.

Problems Solved

1. The app addresses the frustration of uncertain attendance timing for informal events, where users often waste time waiting for others to arrive or struggle to confirm participation. It replaces repetitive “Are you coming?” messages with real-time location data.
2. The target user group includes individuals organizing or attending small, spontaneous gatherings, such as friends coordinating workouts, roommates hosting dinners, or colleagues planning coffee breaks. It is not designed for large-scale conferences or paid events.
3. Typical use cases include a group checking if enough players have arrived to start a pickup soccer game, a host deciding whether to delay dinner for late guests, or coworkers verifying if their team has left the office for a lunch outing.

Unique Advantages

1. Unlike event platforms like Eventbrite or Meetup, WhereUAt eliminates formalities like ticket sales or RSVPs, focusing solely on real-time attendance verification for casual interactions. It does not store historical location data, differentiating it from perpetual tracking apps like Find My Friends.
2. The app’s automated time-bound location sharing is an industry-first innovation, ensuring privacy by design while reducing user effort. Its browser compatibility extends accessibility beyond app users, a feature absent in competitors.
3. Competitive advantages include zero advertising, no subscription fees, and a minimalist interface optimized for speed. The app’s single-purpose design avoids feature bloat, making it faster to deploy for last-minute plans compared to multifunctional platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Is my location data stored after the event ends? No, WhereUAt automatically stops sharing and deletes location data 15 minutes after the event’s start time, ensuring no residual tracking or storage.
2. Can I use the app without an iOS device? While the app is iOS-only, invited participants can view live locations and event details via Chrome, Edge, or Safari browsers on any device, including Android or desktop.
3. How do I invite people who don’t have the app installed? Event creators can share a browser-friendly link via text, email, or social media, allowing non-users to join as guests with limited viewing permissions.