Five Minute Legacy

Give them a way to tell their story.

For a parent or grandparent. They answer one gentle question a day, and the whole family gets to keep what they say.

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What they get

  1. A question a day, by text, app or phone call.They choose how. A phone call works on any phone.
  2. Their stories, organized for them.People, places and years are sorted into a life story automatically.
  3. Recordings and a book.Hear their real voice, and order a printed book for the family.

Send a gift from the app

Online checkout isn't ready yet. For now: open Five Minute Legacy, go to Family, then Give a gift. We'll send them a friendly invitation, and nothing starts until they accept.

Questions people ask

Do they need a smartphone?

No. They can answer by phone call on any phone, landlines included. The app is there if they'd like it.

Is it private?

Yes. Stories are shared only with family they invite, and they can keep any story just for themselves.

What do they end up with?

A growing collection of their stories, recordings of their voice telling them, photos, and a printed book whenever they want one.

What if they don't like it?

They can skip questions, ask for fewer, or pause anytime. Nothing is shared until they say so.