Help & FAQ
How can we help?
Recording
Do I need an app?
No. iyawt runs in your browser on a phone, tablet or laptop. You can add it to your home screen if you like.
How long should a message be?
Most are one to three minutes. Record another message rather than a longer one; they’re easier to watch and easier to make.
Can I upload a video I already have?
Yes. If a file is in a format we can’t convert on your device, we’ll say so and suggest recording it here instead.
Where are my drafts kept?
On your device until you choose a plan. Clearing your browser data deletes drafts, so keep a message safe once you’re happy with it.
Check-ins and your trusted contact
How do I check in?
Tap the link in any reminder email or text, or tap "I’m here" in the app. Replying to an email doesn’t count.
How often do I check in?
Monthly by default. On annual and prepaid plans you can choose every 3 or 6 months.
What if I miss one?
Nothing is sent. We remind you over two weeks, ask again a month later, then ask your trusted contact, then wait 7 days. One tap stops it at any step.
Can I pause while I’m away?
Yes, from your account. Your delivery plan resumes automatically when the pause ends.
What does my trusted contact see?
Your name and one question, only if we can’t reach you. Never your messages.
Delivery and recipients
How does a recipient get a message?
A private link by email. They confirm it’s them with a one-time code, then watch and download. No account, no cost.
Can a message arrive on a date?
On Milestones and Generations, yes: an 18th birthday, a wedding morning, up to 25 years out. If it’s released earlier, we hold it safely until then.
Can I change who a message is for?
Any time, from Messages. Nothing is final while you’re checking in.
I received a message. Is it real?
Every delivery carries the iyawt seal and comes from "iyawt, for [your name]". We never ask for payment or passwords. See the "I received a message" page for more.
Plans and billing
Is there a free plan?
Recording is free, with no card needed. You choose a plan when you’re ready to keep a message safe.
What happens if a payment fails?
We retry for 30 days and everything keeps working. After that you can’t add new messages, but your delivery plan keeps running. A missed payment never sends your messages, and never deletes them without months of notice.
Can I change plans?
Up or down at any time. Moving down deletes nothing; you just can’t add more until you’re under the new limit.
Can I get a refund?
Plans aren’t refundable. If something goes wrong on our side, contact us and we’ll make it right.
Privacy and security
Who can watch my videos?
Only the people you choose, when the time comes. Our staff don’t watch your videos; no one at iyawt has routine access, and the rare exceptions need two people to approve and are logged.
Is my data sold?
Never. We collect only what delivery needs.
Can I delete my account?
Yes, from your account. There’s a 30-day window to change your mind; after that your messages are permanently erased.
What if iyawt shuts down?
You’ll get 90 days’ notice, a full export, and the choice to send your messages early.
Still stuck?
Email hello@iyawt.com or use the contact page. A person replies, usually within a day.
If you're having a hard time right now, the support and crisis resources page lists people who can help, any hour.