The court-ordered co-parenting app trusted in every U.S. county

Try AppClose, the only co‑parenting app trusted by 2,000,000+ parents and professionals since 2016. It has been court-ordered in every U.S. County and in six other countries, according to user-supplied data, and is backed by more than 58,000 five-star ratings across the App Store and Google Play.

AppClose, Inc. was named to Inc.’s 2024 Best in Business list for Operational Excellence. We’re proud of the recognition and of the work behind it: making co‑parenting simpler for families while keeping children’s well-being first.

Over 3.1 million downloads 2016‑2026

The only court‑recommended co‑parenting app chosen for Apple’s “Parenting Essentials” collection 2021‑2026

Court‑ordered in every U.S. County and six other countries, according to user‑supplied data

More than 58,000 five‑star ratings across the App Store and Google Play

AppClose became the category leader of Co‑Parenting Apps by global downloads and Monthly Active Users.

Most Downloaded Co‑Parenting appevery quarter since Q1 2018
Daily Active Users Leaderevery quarter since Q3 2018
Monthly Active Users Leaderevery quarter since Q1 2019

— through August 2026

Based on estimates from Sensor Tower, a market intelligence firm.

Why AppClose Is The Best Co‑Parenting App

All-inclusive plan

All the tools. One all‑inclusive plan.
No feature tiers. No paid upgrades.

$7.99

/monthif you subscribe on the web

$8.99/month if you subscribe in the app

Try free for 60 days

No credit card required

Unlimited Calls, Call Recording, Records Export and moreAll included in one plan — no minute limits, no export fees
Monthly, no annual lock-in requiredCancel any time
No ads, no data sellingWe never sell your information or use it for advertising

Since January 1, 2026, we’ve given over 26,450 free accounts to parents experiencing financial hardship and to survivors of domestic violence. Find out if you qualify. Apply for fee waiver or military discount.

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— and why AppClose is the most downloaded co-parenting App in the world in 2026.

Take the First Step

Calendar

Life is busy, but our multi-functional calendars keep co-parents, step-parents, family members, and third parties on the same page, even if they don’t use the app. With easy parenting templates, preset options, stats, and comments, record keeping is easy.

Share calendars on your own terms

With AppClose, your privacy matters. The calendars you create in AppClose are only visible to you, and you decide which calendars to share.

Simplify your parenting schedules

Select from 15 pre-built templates, or create your own from scratch. For children with different custody arrangements, create a parenting schedule for each child.

Communicate within your calendar

Communicate with your co-parent or other circle members about events right from your calendar. Within each event, see event details, add comments, and view a detailed history of activity and conversation - all secure, time-stamped, and encrypted.

Add personal notes

With AppClose, use the Calendar Note feature to add personal notes to a specific date or event. Search your calendar notes by keyword or date range, and export them for any reason.

Messenger

Securely text anyone on AppClose and keep all parenting communications in one place. Group chat, message your attorney privately, and export chats anytime. Co-parent messages are unalterable. Co-parent messages are visible and accessible to the co-parent(s) with an active account.

Secure and encrypted communication

Dual authentication, advanced encryption, and biometric or PIN-enabled lock screens ensure that all communication remains private, secure, and protected.

View communication history

All messages are time-stamped. Know exactly when a message was sent, and when it was viewed by a recipient. To keep an accurate record of conversations between co-parents, no user — including you — can edit or delete a chat message.

Search conversations and reply in context

Read messages, bookmark them for easy access, find specific messages using keywords, and respond directly to any previous message in its context.

Export records

AppClose lets you export chat conversations or bookmarked messages and provide them to your attorney or any third party. Users in the United States can also export Certified Electronic Business Records, designed to be used as evidence in court, and certified records can also be obtained with a valid subpoena under our Certified Records and Subpoena Policy. Whether a record is admitted is always decided by the court.

Send an unlimited number of attachments

Upload health records, agreements, receipts, school reports, or other important documents, as well as photos or videos. Share them with any member of your circle.

Timely notifications

Get notified every time there has been a response or action taken for an event or request.

Co-Parent Assist™

NEW!

Clearer communication. Less conflict.

Our built-in AI communication tool, designed specifically for co-parenting conversations. It reviews your draft messages in real time and offers optional suggestions to improve clarity, soften wording that may be perceived as escalatory, and maintain a more neutral tone—all while keeping your message's original intent intact. You remain in full control of what is sent.

Review potential message impact before sending

Understand how your message may be received.
Messages can be reviewed for language that may come across as accusatory, emotional, or confrontational. You can then decide whether to adjust the language.

Suggested alternatives

Keep your message clear and focused. Receive optional suggestions designed to make communication more neutral and easier to understand, without changing your intended meaning.

Support more productive communication

Take the high road, and stay focused on what matters.
By helping reduce unnecessary escalation, Co-Parent Assist supports more consistent and constructive communication between co-parents.

Optional and integrated

Use it when you need it.
Co-Parent Assist works only when you turn it on, and you decide what to send. It reviews the message you are writing — and may use recent messages in the same chat for context — on a language model AppClose hosts on its own servers; your messages are not sent to any outside AI provider. Only the message you send becomes part of your records. AppClose may keep your draft, the suggestion and related scores to run the feature, and messages you send may be scored for tone (for example, toxicity); those scores are not part of your records.

Calls & Records

With audio/video calling, connect in real time when both parties consent. Great for quick questions or important discussions. Calls are documented and your location stays private. With the consent of both participants, calls can be recorded and transcribed, with no limit on the number of recorded calls.

Communicate on your own terms

Only allow calls from the persons you choose. Calls are never traced, and your location is never shown to the people you call.

Save time

Documented video and audio calls provide a safe, secure way for you, your co-parent, and your child to connect in real time. Whether for virtual visitation or casual conversations, every call is logged — who called, when, and for how long. You decide how to communicate, choose audio, video, or both and you can turn consent on or off at any time. Your location is never shown to the other person.

Keep detailed logs

AppClose documents every unanswered, missed, completed, or canceled call. View call logs for specific persons, export them, and share them with anyone for any reason.

Protect your privacy

Using AppClose for calls ensures that conversations remain private, and that call logs are accessible in one place. Your location during calls is never shown to anyone on the call.

Call recordings

Call without revealing personal phone numbers. With the consent of both participants, calls can be recorded and transcribed, with no limit on the number of recorded calls. Each participant can download a recording and its transcript in the app. Recordings and transcripts are downloaded separately from your records exports and are not certified by AppClose — you can give them to your attorney or the court, which decides whether to admit them.

Requests

Need reimbursement for medical or activity costs, or to change parenting time? Send requests in AppClose, attach receipts, and get instant updates when approved, paid, or declined. Pay or receive money easily with ipayou, keeping all finances organized.

Reimbursement requests

Create or receive a reimbursement request and pay or get paid through ipayou®, our secure built-in payment solution. Get notified immediately when your request is approved, paid, or declined, including the reason it was declined.

Drop-off and Pick-up requests

Send a drop-off or pick-up request to anyone in your circle, communicate the details, provide a location, and document all responses.

Attach important information

Upload or scan related documents and attach them to your request.

Discuss requests

Discuss requests with your co-parent or other circle members directly through the app. Review request details, leave comments, and access a comprehensive history of request-related conversations.

View and export requests

With AppClose, view specific requests or a list of them. Select a date range or view by requests sent or received. Use the statistics screen to see all the requests that have been approved, declined, paid, pending, or canceled. Export records, including Certified Electronic Business Records (U.S. users). Certified records are also available with a valid subpoena.

Expenses

Send or receive payments with ipayou, our secure built-in solution. From activities to medical costs, track spending by category, submit expenses for reimbursement, and handle payments fast—making it easy to manage child-related costs.

Gain insight into your spending

Categorize and view your expenses by category, and track what you are spending on school supplies, clothing, extracurricular activities, medical visits, and more.

Communicate about expenses

Share an expense with your co-parent or other circle members. See expense details, add comments, and view a detailed history of activity and conversation.

Request reimbursement

Create expense reimbursement requests, scan and attach receipts or other documents, and send them to any member of your Circle. Record whether they have been approved, declined, or paid.

Send and receive payments

Pay or get paid through ipayou®,our secure built-in payment solution. Get notified immediately when your request is approved, paid, or declined.

Export expense records

View expenses by category, filter by date range, export records, and provide them to anyone for any reason.

ipayou®

With ipayou, sending and receiving payments is secure and easy. Pay or get reimbursed for expenses, attach receipts, and track all transactions in one place. From activities to medical costs, ipayou keeps child-related finances organized and accessible.

Protect your information

Account verification, advanced data encryption, and strict privacy policies protect your personal and financial information. Your bank account information is never shared with your co-parent or any other user. It is handled by our payment partner Dwolla (and by Plaid, if you use Plaid to link your bank), and AppClose never receives or stores your bank credentials. ipayou is available to users in the United States, and AppClose charges no transaction fees for it.

Simplify payments

Easily set up your ipayou account, link your bank account, and you're all set! Connect with a co-parent or relative to send or receive payments. It's simple and secure. Open any reimbursement request and click 'Pay'. Your payment is sent and recorded.

Track spending

With AppClose, you know when and how much you or your co-parent have requested or paid, and for what. Quickly find transactions using the search tool or data range tool. With one click, view transaction details.

Export records

Export payment reports to prove compliance with temporary orders or interim financial agreements and provide them to state and local agencies, court, attorneys, or other professionals. Export records, including Certified Electronic Business Records (U.S. users). Certified records are also available with a valid subpoena.

Your Circle

Your circle connects you with co-parents, family, and professionals—even if they don’t use the app. Store and share kids’ info, school details, allergies, and more. You can also manage pet care, schedule vet visits, and share related expenses with ease.

Create as many circles as you need

AppClose lets you create as many circles as you need in order to support your children.

Share your children’s vital information

With AppClose, you can choose to share your parenting schedule, children's medical or mental health contacts, school-related information, measurements/clothing sizes, childcare providers, emergency contacts, and more with the people in your circle you select. Health information is handled as described in our Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy.

Encrypted and secure

Dual authentication, advanced encryption, and biometric or PIN-enabled lock screens ensure your profile and information about your children are securely stored and protected.

Document arrival and departure

With this exclusive private feature, you can keep accurate records of when you arrive at or leave any location, such as picking up or dropping off kids at exchanges or anywhere else.

Preserve your privacy

Each check-in records where your device was at that moment. Check-ins are visible only to you and are never shown to your co-parent or anyone in your circle. They become part of your records when you export them — and, like all records, can be produced if AppClose is legally compelled to produce them. AppClose cannot be used to track anyone else’s location.

Comprehensive Pet Management

Schedule vet visits, log pet-related expenses, track feeding and care routines, and request pet-related swaps.

AppClose Solo

AppClose Solo is a unique and exclusive feature that lets you send requests, events or expenses to non-connected co-parents or others via text or email. Attach receipts, get responses, and keep automatic records—while enjoying all the benefits of AppClose.

Send requests

When you send drop-off, pick-up, or expense reimbursement requests to non-connected parties, they receive a link to view the request and approve or decline it — no account needed. A link expires ten days after it is sent. Anyone who has the link can open it, and a link can’t be withdrawn once it’s sent, so send it only to the person you mean to. Track the status of every request or event sent.

Receive response notifications

Get notified every time a non-connected party approves or declines a request or event, and record their responses.

Document interactions

Use AppClose to manage requests, events and expenses. Record all attempts to send and inform others of financial obligations, events, or other important information concerning your child, and document compliance with court-ordered reimbursements.

Export records

Export reimbursement requests, requests for drop-off or pick-up, check-in data, or any other information. These exported records can be shared with others. For litigation, U.S. users can export Certified Electronic Business Records. Certified records are also available with a valid subpoena.

Exporting Records

With AppClose, exporting records is simple and free. For personal or legal use, export messages (with their images), call logs, expense records, reimbursement requests, requests for pick up, drop off, or swapping days, check-ins and AppClose Solo requests — any time, including after a subscription ends. Call recordings and transcripts are downloaded separately.

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AppClose Pro

Professional Access. Attorneys, guardians ad litem, mental health professionals, court staff and other family law professionals can connect with you through AppClose Pro to discuss issues related to your child, co-parenting, or family law case. A co-parent can also invite their professional into the co-parenting circle to follow — but not post in — the chats shared in that circle, for the period that co-parent sets. Professionals never see call recordings or transcripts, or your children’s profiles and information, through AppClose Pro. Either co-parent can also export their own records and give them to anyone directly.

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AppClose Web

Designed specifically for co-parents, AppClose Web brings to any desktop or browser the trusted co-parenting tools that you rely on, and makes it easier to manage communications, calendars, expenses, and court-ready records from a larger screen. With the same secure, documented features as the mobile app, AppClose Web provides greater flexibility and convenience to keep you organized and connected wherever you are.

Compare Our Features to Any Other Co‑Parenting App

Communication & Documentation

Reliable, Court-Trusted Business Records - Every message, call, request, and payment on AppClose is automatically time-stamped, encrypted, and stored in a system of record that users cannot alter or delete. AppClose records are designed for reliability and for use in U.S. family law courts and courts of general jurisdiction that handle family law matters.

Any U.S. user can generate unlimited Certified Electronic Business Records on the AppClose website. These are PDF exports made directly from the original stored records, certified by AppClose’s Custodian of Records, and digitally signed by AppClose, Inc. Anyone who receives one can open it in Adobe Acrobat or Adobe Reader to confirm it hasn’t been changed since it was signed. Each export also carries a unique Export ID that ties a printed copy back to the electronic original.

AppClose also certifies records by business records affidavit, at no charge, in response to a proper subpoena.

Secure Messaging - Send encrypted private or group messages with co-parents, family law professionals, or other authorized contacts. Messages are stored in a system of record that users cannot alter or delete. Attach files, scan documents, or take photos and videos in the app (no location data is recorded) and send instantly. Search message history and bookmark important messages for fast access.

Co-Parent Assist™ - Our built-in AI communication tool, designed specifically for co-parenting conversations. It reviews your draft messages in real time and offers optional suggestions to improve clarity, soften wording that may be perceived as escalatory, and maintain a more neutral tone—all while keeping your message's original intent intact. You remain in full control of what is sent.

Unlimited Audio & Video Calling - Call without revealing personal phone numbers. With the consent of both participants, calls can be recorded and transcribed, with no limit on the number of recorded calls. Recordings and transcripts can be downloaded in the app.

Journaling & Notes - Document incidents, milestones, or observations. Keep entries private or share with your co-parent or legal professional. Notes are yours to edit or remove, and they are exported separately from your certified co-parenting records.

Financial Management

Expense Tracking - Log parenting expenses by category (school, medical, activities) and attach receipts. Keep all costs organized for quick reference or legal review.

Payments - Reimburse or receive funds through ipayou®, AppClose’s integrated payment system.

Reimbursement Requests - For accountability, formally request repayment for shared expenses, attach supporting documentation, and track approvals or denials.

Extra Features & Support

Comprehensive Pet Management - Schedule vet visits, log pet-related expenses, track feeding and care routines, and request pet-related swaps.

Unlimited File Storage - Store unlimited photos, receipts, and documents, securely encrypted and always backed up.

App & Web Access - Work seamlessly on phone, tablet, or computer. All records, schedules, and communications are synced across devices.

Dedicated, Family Law-Experienced Support Team - A responsive, U.S.-based support team with real-world family law experience is available to guide your use of the App.

Available in 8 Languages - Localized in English, Spanish, and six other languages. AppClose is available in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and Trinidad and Tobago. ipayou and Certified Business Records are available only in the United States.

Organization & Scheduling

Shared Parenting Calendar - Manage custody schedules, appointments, and activities in one place. Use court-friendly custody schedule templates or create custom plans. Track parenting time, and share with co-parents, professionals, or third parties—even if they don’t use the app.

Requests & Schedule Swaps - Send, receive, and track formal requests for schedule changes, reimbursements, or shared tasks. Attach receipts, notes, or documents, and track approvals in real time.

Co-Parent Hub - Keep essential details such as school contacts, medical info, allergies, and emergency numbers in one secure place, and choose exactly what to share with your co-parent or others in your circle.

Circles for Multiple Co-Parenting Relationships - For parents managing more than one co-parenting arrangement or blended family situation, create separate Circles for each, with its own calendar, messaging, expense tracking, and records.

Third-Party Access - Invite extended family members, attorneys, mediators, guardians ad litem, or other trusted persons with permission-controlled visibility.

Solo Mode (Exclusive to AppClose) - Manage your parenting records, schedules, and expenses even without the other parent connected. Send requests/events/expenses to non-users via text, email, or social media — anyone with the link can open the item, so share links carefully. Attach receipts or documents, and track responses.

Check-In for Pick-Ups & Drop-Offs - Privately log arrivals and departures. Each check-in is time-stamped and records your device’s location at that moment; if you add a different location, the original is still shown and kept. We never show your location to your co-parent or anyone in your circle. Because check-ins are part of your records, your location is included when you export your records.

Legal & Professional Tools

Professional Integration - Attorneys, guardians ad litem and other family law professionals can connect to you through AppClose Pro and, with the consents you give in AppClose, view the calendars, messages and records you share with them — ensuring seamless collaboration without extensive file exchanges. Call recordings and your children’s profiles are never shared through AppClose Pro.

AI Assistant for professionals - AppClose Pro includes an AI Assistant for family law professionals. It can summarize the records a client has chosen to share, answer questions about them, and find material within them — only for the categories and dates the client selected, and only while the client’s authorization lasts. Its output is for the professional’s review and is not legal advice.

Security & Privacy

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) - Protect your account with an added layer of security to prevent unauthorized access.

Backup Email & Phone - Add a recovery email address and a mobile number. If you lose access to your sign-in email, they are how we verify it’s you and restore access — without one of them, we can’t.

Emergency Contact - Assign an emergency contact who can receive key notifications or assist in urgent situations.

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Why people love AppClose?

I gave this app a pretty harsh review at first, but either my phone or the app is better so thank you for your hard work or Patience with me. More…

Google Play

After three years of consistent use, I felt compelled to share my experience with this co-parenting app. The scheduling feature is unparalleled, offering clarity and ease that simplifies our family logistics. More…

App Store

Absolute best thing for high conflict parenting situations. The fact everything is saved digitally online and unable to erase is the best and very clever. The .pdf formatting of the text messages is golden and I wish I would’ve had this from the beginning of the breakup. This app is great.

Google Play

I finally found the one! This app had exactly what me and my ex needed. Easy to use, the calendars and schedules are really helpful, you can completely customise your visitation schedule and add in events such as school etc and choose what to share with your co parent. More…

App Store

AppClose has allowed me to regain some peace in my life. Since incorporating this app into my parenting plan as the only allowable form of communication between my ex-husband and me, I no longer need to dread the abusive, harassing texts at all hours of the day. More…

Google Play

This app has been a lifesaver as I work through an ugly divorce with an emotionally abusive former partner. It has the ability to share documents and pictures within a non-modifiable record. More…

App Store

This is an excellent app to use with your ex spouse or even still together. It is especially good for dealing with narcissists because it keeps a record of what is said through text. You can also call and video chat through this app. More…

Google Play

Court ordered to use this app. Was skeptical at first. Wasn’t sure of it’s powers and neither was the party fighting me for custody of my kids. They expressed that they didn’t think “all of my messages on here would magically turn into the truth. ” Turns out they did! More…

App Store

I think it’s just unfortunate I need an app like this, but it does what does well without any unnecessary fluff. Menus are easy to navigate and relevant data is easily found.

Google Play

Long story short, I am not going through an easy co- parenting situation and unknowingly I switched phones and used a different email to logon, (stress/ sleeplessness nights, a complete memory lapse) and thought I had lost messages. More…

App Store

I’ve tried a lot of coparenting apps and Appclose is by far the best one. I can save and export conversations in PDF. The notifications and reminders keep you at your best.

App Store

I am very satisfied with this app. I have been using for a tool like this to track my schedule, payments and arrangements and this app made it so easy for me. I find it very accessible and it has simplified my life.

App Store

So thankful for this App! An absolute must if you are divorced and have kids. Keep all the records in one place, keep up with schedules, easy communication, everything I need neatly organized and at my fingertips And they keep improving it too! This new update is really good.

App Store

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