Human presence when it matters most.
Verified Buddies across companionship, support, and errands — on demand or scheduled. Real people. Not another marketplace.
Services
Three distinct service lanes designed to cover every aspect of daily life — from social connection to recovery support to everyday logistics.
Presence & Connection
Activities, outings, and genuine social connection.
Plus One Buddy: weddings, galas, work events, parties where you need a date or companion
Recovery & Sobriety
Trusted sober and recovery support professionals — Sober Buddies, Recovery Buddies, and Peer Support Buddies — when it matters most.
Tasks & Assistance
Practical help when you need a human beside you — groceries, pharmacy runs, hospital trips, and everyday logistics.
Somewhere between the gig economy and the AI economy, there's a gap only a human can fill — showing up beside you when it matters.
How It Works
Buddy makes it simple — choose a lane, find a verified human, book, and go.
01
Companionship, support, or errands — say what you need.
02
Profiles, video intros, ratings, and location near you.
03
Pick a time. Safety rails activate when the session starts.
04
Rate your experience. Rebook or discover someone new.
Trust & Safety
Eight layers on every session. Vetted Buddies before they ever book. Clients can optionally share a live session link with someone they trust.
Before the loop
Vetted Buddies
Criminal background check, government ID verification, and lane-specific credential review where required — before a Buddy can accept a single booking.
The eight-layer loop
LAYER 1
Profile Photo Lock
Photos lock after upload. The person you see is who shows up.
LAYER 2
Profile Intro Video Lock
Watch and hear your Buddy before you book. Locked after upload — it can't be swapped.
LAYER 3
Live Facial Verification
Live photo matched to verified profile before every session — scheduled or on-demand.
LAYER 4
Real-Time GPS Tracking
Track arrival during sessions. Share details with emergency contacts.
LAYER 5
On-Demand Urgent Verification
Heightened live photo and video checks, stricter standards, immediate completion upon accept.
LAYER 6
Live Video Verification
Live video matched to intro before your Buddy travels. You preview before they arrive.
LAYER 7
At-the-Door Client Approval Gate
Approve or reject at your door before the session begins.
LAYER 8
24/7 Emergency SOS
One-tap 911, emergency contacts, Trust & Safety — 911 first.
Beyond the loop
Share session with loved ones
During an active session, clients can optionally send a read-only live link to someone they trust — Buddy first name, photo, and session status. Time-bound, revocable, and Buddy-consented. Separate from SOS.
Every session. Every lane. The same eight layers.
Why Buddy exists
“I built Buddy because I've been the person at 2 a.m. with no one to call.”
Everybody deserves a Plus One.
Sinakhone Keodara
Founder, CEO & CTO
Providers
Turn your time into income and impact. Join as an independent Buddy — set your rates, choose your lanes, and show up when the world pretends software is enough.
Apply on the WaitlistSet your own rates
Flexible schedule
Multiple service lanes
Earn on your terms
Belief meets proof
Buddy sounds almost unbelievable until you hear from the humans living it.
Andrew
Buddy Community
Melissa
Buddy Community
Scott
Buddy Community
We're launching soon on iOS and Android. Join the waitlist to get early access and be the first to experience Buddy.
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