Practice social skills, vent safely, and think through decisions—without judgment.
Ping is an AI-powered companion designed to help you navigate social situations, process emotions, and make better decisions. Think of it as a judgment-free friend who's always available to practice conversations, listen when you need to vent, or help you think through tough choices.
Unlike traditional chatbots, Ping learns from every interaction. It remembers what you've talked about, understands your communication style, and adapts to your needs over time—all while keeping your data completely private on your device.
The Thoughtful Guide
Max is your go-to for structured thinking and social practice. Warm and supportive, Max guides you through scenarios, helps you make decisions, and validates your emotions without toxic positivity.
The Energetic Hype Person
Jamie brings the energy! When you're doubting yourself or need a confidence boost, Jamie's your hype person. Enthusiastic and action-oriented, Jamie helps you reframe setbacks and take that first scary step.
The Calm Companion
Sage offers a calm, grounding presence when emotions run high. Perfect for anxiety management and deep reflection, Sage helps you process feelings, find perspective, and practice self-compassion.
The Witty Realist
Riley keeps it real. When you're spiraling or overthinking, Riley cuts through the BS with honest perspective and humor. Direct but caring, Riley helps you see situations clearly and laugh at yourself.
Pick Max, Jamie, Sage, or Riley based on what you need right now. You can switch anytime during your conversation.
Just share what's on your mind. The AI automatically detects your emotional state and adapts its responses—you don't need to select anything.
Ping detects if you're venting, anxious, making a decision, or just chatting. It responds accordingly and remembers your patterns over time.
Ping tracks your progress, identifies patterns, and adapts scenarios to your skill level. Type "how am I doing" anytime for a progress report.
Learns Your Style
AI adapts to your communication preferences and emotional patterns over time
Completely Private
All data stored locally on your device—no cloud storage, no tracking
Infinite Scenarios
AI generates unlimited variations of practice scenarios based on your needs
Evidence-Based
Built on real coaching frameworks and emotional support best practices
Crisis Support
Automatic detection with immediate resources for crisis situations
Your Data, Your Control
Export, import, or delete your data anytime—you're in complete control
Ping exists for people who need support but might not have anyone to turn to—or who simply find it hard to let people in. We're here for those moments when you need to talk but don't feel comfortable reaching out to friends or family yet.
We're not here to cause harm. Our goal is to provide a safe, judgment-free space for you to practice social skills, process emotions, and work through decisions at your own pace.
Sometimes you just need someone (or something) to listen without judgment. That's us.
Ping includes automatic crisis detection for suicidal ideation, self-harm, abuse, and severe distress. If detected, you'll immediately receive crisis resources including hotline numbers and support links.
If you're in crisis right now:
International Association for Suicide Prevention
SAMHSA National Helpline
Call: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Treatment referral and information (substance abuse & mental health)
While Ping can provide support and practice, it's not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you're struggling with serious mental health issues, please consider reaching out to a licensed therapist or counselor.
Find a Therapist
Free & Low-Cost Resources
Specific Support
Consider reaching out to a professional if you're experiencing:
Ping is here for day-to-day support, but these situations need professional care. There's no shame in seeking help—it's a sign of strength.
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Version 1.0.0 • December 2025
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