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Sunny

Meaningful connection in a modern world

The importance of meaningful connection

Why social connection matters

The modern disconnect

Social ties are critical to physical and mental health. Yet, 58% of people in the U.S. say they lack meaningful connection and a sense of belonging.

The power of connection

By strengthening our social relationships through small actions, we boost our overall health and well-being, unlocking happier and healthier lives.

We’re better together

Sunny offers science-backed tools for building more meaningful relationships, helping fuel a more fulfilling social life for everyone.

About the sunny App

Key features

Social BatteryTM

Optimize your social energy

Track your social energy and tune into your unique patterns. Notice what drains you, what recharges you, and how your energy shifts over time—so you can invest in the relationships that matter.

SOCIAL GOALS

Simple steps to connection

Set goals based on your personal connection needs.

Browse small, achievable actions tailored to your different relationships.

Celebrate progress as you complete social actions throughout the week.

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Hear from our users

“Sunny has revolutionized the way I interact with my friends and family. I’ve never felt more connected and heard.”

Jane D.

“The insights from the Social Sphere feature helped me realign my social priorities and invest in relationships that truly matter.”

Mike L.

“Sunny has helped me see how many opportunities I have to create community and feel more connected with my colleagues even on a fully remote team.”

Emma P.

Frequently asked questions

1. What is Sunny?

In a digital age that’s lonelier than ever, Sunny helps you focus your energy and actions to fuel meaningful connection. Our free mobile app offers simple, science-backed tools to unlock a more socially fulfilled life, while our workplace offering reignites team connection and vibrancy from the inside out. Sunny’s unique purpose-over-profit model means we reinvest every dollar into expanding our reach and impact.

2. What’s in the Sunny app?

The Sunny app will provide a range of features designed to boost social well-being, including personalized insights, interactive tools, and guided activities. Users will be able to explore their Social Sphere, monitor their Social Battery, and access resources to improve their connections and create a more fulfilling social life.

3. Where can I download the Sunny app?

You can download the Sunny app for free from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Simply search for “Sunny,” look for our logo, and start your journey toward a more socially fulfilled life.

4. What devices support the Sunny app?

The Sunny app is compatible with both iOS and Android devices.

5. How much does the Sunny app cost?

The Sunny app is available for free. We believe that everyone should have access to tools that improve social connection, regardless of financial situation.

6. Why is the Sunny app free?

The Sunny consumer app is available for free thanks to the generous contributions of our founders at the Barnes Family Foundation. Our mission is to create a more meaningfully connected world, and we want to ensure that price is not a barrier to access so that everyone can benefit from our tools and resources.

7. How will my data be handled?

At Sunny, we prioritize your privacy and data security. We do not sell your user data to third parties, and we have implemented security measures to protect your information. You can trust that your data is handled with the utmost care and confidentiality.

8. What is social well-being?

Social well-being, social wellness, and social health all refer to the quality of your relationships and interactions with others. It encompasses the support you receive from your friends, family, and social network, your sense of belonging, and your ability to connect meaningfully with others. Improving your social well-being can lead to greater happiness, reduced stress, and overall better mental health.

9. What’s my Social Sphere?

In the Sunny app, your Social Spheres offer a snapshot of the groups that make up your unique social landscape. It’s the starting point for setting social goals in the app, helping you choose where to focus your energy and take small, meaningful steps toward connection.

10. What’s MY Social Battery<sup>TM</sup>?

Your Social Battery helps you track and understand your unique social energy patterns. Notice what drains you, what recharges you, and how your energy shifts over time—so you can invest in the relationships that matter most.

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