The App That Brings Long-Distance Couples Closer
Staying connected shouldn't be hard — even miles apart. Tethered gives you fun, meaningful ways to feel close, grow together, and keep your spark alive no matter the distance.
What You Can Do Together
Build connection, create memories, and stay close with features designed for couples who want to grow together.
Play daily challenges
Share a photo, answer a prompt, complete a task — build tiny shared moments every day.
Fun games & questions
Play mini-games, answer relationship questions, and deepen your connection in playful ways.
Keep your spark alive
Track your day streak and stay consistent with cute, daily interactions.
Send drawings to your partner's homescreen
Create little doodles, notes, or love messages that instantly appear on their phone.
Learn new things about each other
Explore meaningful questions, stories, and memories with easy conversation starters.
Celebrate milestones effortlessly
Track your relationship length, special dates, and upcoming anniversaries—all in one place.
See Tethered in action
Why Couples Love Tethered
Makes communication feel effortless
Helps you feel emotionally closer
Turns every day into something memorable
Perfect for long-distance, busy couples, or anyone who wants to reconnect
Loved by couples everywhere
Real couples, real connections.
"We're 3,000 miles apart, but Tethered makes us feel like we're in the same room. The daily challenges keep us laughing and connected."
"The little homescreen drawings brighten my entire day. It's the small things that make the biggest difference."
"Finally an app that helps us be more intentional. Our 96-day streak is proof we're in this together."
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Tethered
Is Tethered really free?
Yes! Tethered is free to download and use. All core features like daily challenges, games, streak tracking, and conversation starters are completely free.
Do both partners need the app?
Yes, both you and your partner need to download Tethered and connect your accounts to enjoy the shared features together.
Is Tethered only for long-distance relationships?
Not at all! While it's perfect for long-distance couples, Tethered works great for any couple who wants to stay more connected, build better habits, and create daily moments together—whether you're across the world or in the same city.
Is our data private and secure?
Absolutely. Your photos, messages, and personal data are encrypted and private between you and your partner. We never share your information with third parties.
How do the homescreen drawings work?
You can draw or write something in the app, and it will be sent as a widget that appears directly on your partner's phone homescreen. It's a fun, instant way to surprise them with love notes, doodles, or little reminders.
What happens if we miss a day?
Your streak will reset, but don't worry—you can always start fresh! The goal is consistency, not perfection. Many couples find that even a broken streak motivates them to reconnect and rebuild it together.
Get Started in 3 Simple Steps
Connect with your partner in minutes
Download & Connect
Download Tethered free from the App Store. Both partners create accounts and connect with each other.
Start Playing Together
Complete your first daily challenge, play a game, or send your partner a homescreen drawing.
Build Your Streak
Stay consistent with daily interactions and watch your connection grow stronger every day.