10/10
It does exactly what its ment to do, really well might i add
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This app helps coordinate group activities without endless texting. Create virtual campfires for friends, signal your availability, and see who's joining, all with a focus on gaming and social gatherings.
✓Create virtual campfires for groups
✓Signal availability with one tap
✓See who's online and arriving
✓Discord voice channel integration
✓Live synced game night tools
✓Customizable check-in messages
✓Home and Lock Screen widgets
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What's New in Checkin
1.1
May 19, 2026
The tools got a major UX pass, plus better coordination across timezones: • Local Times — Friends in other timezones show their local time on their card • Match Time — Tap a friend's arrival time to instantly check in for the same time • Lock Screen + Live Activities Widget — See your timer on your lock screen once you check in. No more being late because you forgot the time! • Campfire Upgrades — Unlock a bigger fire and invite more members (up to 20!) with a per-campfire upgrade Tool UI Overhaul, making it easier and quicker to use. • Dice Roller — UI pass over this tool making it easier to use on all device sizes and more consistent. • Vote & Counters — Inline editing, no more sheet. Quick reset for tonight's vote. • Randomizer — Pre-selected members, "Run Again" button, avatars in results, and Assign Roles can now be used to assign randomly from a group of options. Plus campfire nicknames now show everywhere, long names scroll smoothly, and the whole tools area looks more consistent.
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FAQ
What is Checkin?
Checkin is a social coordination app designed to help friends and gaming groups gather without the need for endless group chats. It allows users to create virtual 'campfires' to see who is available and planning to join activities.
How does Checkin help with game nights?
Checkin offers specific game night tools like a live dice roller with shared history, polls for quick decisions, counters for shared stats, and event scheduling. These features are synced live across the campfire for all participants.
Can I use Checkin without a group chat?
Yes, Checkin is designed as a replacement for group chats. Instead of scrolling through messages, you can see who's around at a glance, with features like push notifications when friends check in.
Is Checkin suitable for different types of groups?
Absolutely. You can create multiple campfires for various crews, such as a gaming group, a D&D party, a friend circle, or even housemates, with per-campfire nicknames for personalization.
Does Checkin have ads?
No, Checkin does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use and does not display any ads to its users.
What platforms is Checkin available on?
Currently, Checkin is supported on iPhone devices. It also offers Apple Watch Smart Stack support for quick access to your campfire.
How does Checkin handle privacy?
Checkin is privacy-first. Only your group sees your status, with no public profiles, follower counts, or algorithmic feeds. You can also choose to make polls anonymous.
When was Checkin last updated?
The latest version of Checkin, 1.1, was last updated on May 19, 2026. The app was initially released on March 6, 2026.
