Outernet turns your saved posts into real-world adventures
Founded by the creators of viral offline events like San Francisco’s citywide scavenger hunt Pursuit, Outernet's app helps users save places and events they discover online, then nudges them to actually go.
Danielle Egan and Athena Leong, known for their playful initiatives, have now launched Outernet, an app designed to turn online inspirations into real-world adventures. Outernet allows users to save posts from social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, and track the activities or places they wish to visit. This app differentiates itself from competitors by employing AI to organize saved content into a chronological feed, making it easy to discover new experiences.
The founders, who excel in turning online content into offline fun, aim to create a "motivation engine for IRL" (in real life) by removing the friction that prevents people from acting on their desires. Outernet's unique selling point is its ability to turn saved posts into a straightforward list of to-dos, which the app organizes and keeps track of, encouraging users to explore their surroundings.
The founders' app has been in operation for about two months and is currently profitable, with around 18,000 users.
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