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The solution for autonomy issues in individuals with developmental disorders.

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for daily individual use

  • Pictalk Buddy on smartwatch

  • a schedule for home and one for school

  • enhanced events with guided sequences

  • unlimited sequences

  • unlimited life journals

  • customizable theme

  • time representation in vertical and horizontal

  • day and week display

  • cloud synchronization

  • notifications and alarms

  • operator mode

  • self-determination

  • printing

  • upcoming modules

  • email support within 3 business days

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Two Passionate Big Brothers

We are a team of two engineers and big brothers of a young individual with Down syndrome. We are excited to be able to offer a personalized and affordable solution.
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Features Individual Professional
Maximum schedules 1 Unlimited
Maximum sequences Unlimited Unlimited
Maximum notebooks Unlimited Unlimited
App on connected watch
Events with text
Events with images
Events with sequences
Events with location
Events with alarms and notifications
Custom color themes
Day and week view
Event cancellation
Sequences with pictogram and text
Sequences with audio recording
Sequences with videos
Notebooks with pictograms
Notebooks with videos, audios, text
Cloud synchronization
Printing
Operator mode / Security mode
Self-determination
Blocking other apps (games, camera, etc.)
Schedule sharing
 
Sequence sharing
 
Notebook sharing
 
User groups
 
Multi-profile management
 
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Environmentally Friendly and Sustainable

At Pictalk, we have chosen a French hosting provider that is environmentally friendly: OVHcloud. The latter sources 92% of its electricity from renewable energies. A strong commitment that aligns with our values of social and environmental responsibility. 

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More than 4500 people use Pictalk

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For professionals: Improve the welcome and simplify the work of the teams

Support structures can benefit from our multi-profile solution. Pictalk Buddy for medico-social structures offers personalized management for each person with a cognitive disability or a neurodevelopmental disorder, while providing professional customer support to optimize the teams' work.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Business model and sustainability

Can I use Pictalk Buddy for free?

Pictalk operates on a pay-what-you-want basis for individuals and families — everyone contributes according to their means, including zero. No features are locked: everyone has access to the same application regardless of their contribution.

Why a pay-what-you-want model?

We believe accessibility should not depend on income. The pay-what-you-want model allows every family to use Pictalk without financial barriers. Each contribution supports the project so it can continue to exist.

How is Pictalk funded?

Pictalk is a non-profit association under French law 1901. We are funded by voluntary individual contributions via pay-what-you-want and by memberships from professional institutions (Special education centers, SESSAD, Sheltered workshops, etc.) that use the application with their teams.

Is Pictalk Buddy available for professional organizations?

Yes. We offer medico-social organizations a membership to the association starting at €250/year for up to 12 professional users. This membership unlocks collaborative features (group sharing, multi-device management, schedule templates) and funds priority support as well as implementation assistance.

What payment methods can I use?

For pay-what-you-want contributions, we use a secure payment system accepting credit cards (Visa, Mastercard). For organizational memberships, we also offer invoicing by purchase order and bank transfer.

How does billing work for organizations?

Organizational membership is billed annually. For organizations with more than 12 users or with special needs, we offer customized plans. Contact us to receive a personalized quote.

How can I contact the team?

For inquiries about the best subscription option or creating a personalized package for your organization, please contact our sales team via the contact form or email us at alex@pictalk.org or call +33 6 64 31 10 41.

General information

What is Pictalk Buddy?

Pictalk Buddy is an accessible application designed for people with cognitive disabilities, especially those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or DYS disorders. It helps structure the day, reduce anxiety, and increase autonomy.

What is Pictalk Buddy Watch?

Pictalk Buddy Watch is our Wear OS smartwatch application, specifically designed for individuals with ASD, Trisomy 21, or other cognitive disabilities. It works in perfect synchronization with the Pictalk Buddy smartphone app to provide greater daily autonomy.

How does synchronization between the watch and smartphone work?

Everything syncs automatically: schedules, sequences, settings, and notifications. You create and manage content from your Pictalk Buddy smartphone app, and it appears instantly on the connected watch.

How does Pictalk Buddy help reduce anxiety?

By clearly showing the flow of the day and week, Pictalk Buddy helps users anticipate events and tasks. This allows them to better prepare and reduce their anxiety.

I am a parent, why use Pictalk Buddy?

The app helps you support your child to gain autonomy by providing a structured and predictable framework. You can easily create daily routines and help them complete tasks independently, such as getting ready for school or brushing teeth.

I am a professional, why use Pictalk Buddy?

Pictalk Buddy enables you to organize the days of the people you support simply and intuitively. Thanks to customization options, you can structure their schedules and reduce anxiety-inducing situations.

Which watches are compatible with Pictalk Buddy Watch?

We have tested and recommend three models: TicWatch E3 (€50-60): affordable and robust
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 4G (€300): with 4G for continuous connectivity
OnePlus Watch 3 (€200): exceptional 3-day battery life

What is the price of Pictalk Buddy Watch?

Pictalk Buddy Watch is available on a pay-what-you-want basis for individuals, like the entire app. For organizations with a professional membership, Pictalk Buddy Watch is included at no extra cost.

Accessibility

Is the app accessible for people with visual or motor impairments?

Yes, Pictalk Buddy offers adapted functionalities for people with visual and motor impairments, although mobile use may require some dexterity.

How can I customize the app for my child or patient?

Pictalk Buddy offers many customization options. You can create events, add images or videos, and organize tasks according to the user's needs.