About Co-Parenting Apps
What is a co-parenting app?
A co-parenting app is a tool designed to help separated or divorced parents coordinate their children's care. These apps typically include shared custody calendars, messaging systems, expense tracking, and documentation features — all in one place so both parents stay informed and organized.
Why do co-parents need an app?
Text messages and emails can get lost, misunderstood, or escalate into conflict. Co-parenting apps provide a structured, neutral space for communication that keeps the focus on the kids. They also create a record of agreements and schedules that both parents can reference — reducing confusion and "he said, she said" situations.
How is a co-parenting app different from texting?
Unlike texting, co-parenting apps are purpose-built for shared parenting. They organize conversations by topic, track custody schedules, calculate expense splits, and create documentation that can be referenced later. Many also include features to help keep communication civil and focused on the children.
What features should I look for in a co-parenting app?
The best co-parenting apps include: a shared custody calendar with holiday scheduling, structured communication tools, expense tracking with split calculations, schedule swap requests, calendar sync (Apple, Google), and the ability to export records. Some apps also offer AI assistance to help keep messages neutral and constructive.
About Clearly
What makes Clearly different from other co-parenting apps?
Clearly is built around one principle: helping conversations reach resolution. Our structured "Topics" system is inspired by the Harvard Negotiation Framework, guiding discussions toward outcomes instead of endless back-and-forth. When you're close to an answer, Clearly writes up what you both agreed, and you each accept the same words.
How does Clearly help reduce conflict?
Before you post, Clearly checks the tone and may suggest calmer wording. You choose what to send. Posts stay on the record as written. This helps conversations stay productive and focused on what actually matters — your kids.
Can posts be edited or deleted?
No. Once a topic or reply is posted, it can't be edited or deleted. The record stays as written for both of you.
Which AI does Clearly use?
Clearly uses AI from Anthropic. It checks the tone of a post before it's shared, suggests calmer wording, and writes up what you both agreed. Photos are never sent to the AI. Clearly never takes sides.
Can Clearly handle complex custody schedules?
Yes. Clearly supports 2-2-3, 5-2-2-5, 3-4-4-3, week on/week off, every other weekend, and fully custom schedules. Holidays can alternate years, and you can add your own. Summer schedules are built in too. You can request schedule swaps and add your schedule to Apple or Google Calendar with a private calendar link.
How does expense tracking work?
Set your expense split once (50/50, 60/40, or any custom split based on your agreement). When either parent logs an expense, Clearly calculates who owes what. You can attach receipts, pay through Venmo, Cash App or PayPal and mark it paid — no spreadsheets required.
Is Clearly available on Android?
Clearly is an iPhone app. It isn't available on Android or iPad.
Can I export records from Clearly?
Yes. You can export communication records, schedules, and expenses as PDF or CSV files. Exports include timestamps and are suitable for personal records or sharing with attorneys and mediators if needed.
How do I delete my account?
Go to Settings, tap your profile, then Edit profile, then Delete account.
Getting Started
How much does Clearly cost?
One subscription covers both parents: $24.99 a month or $249 a year (save $51). Each starts with a 14-day free trial. Your co-parent joins free. Without a subscription, Clearly is read-only, and your records stay viewable and exportable.
How do I get Clearly?
Clearly is on the App Store for iPhone. Try the demo first, no account needed.
Is there a demo?
Yes. Open Clearly and tap Try the demo to look around first. No account needed.
How do I get my co-parent to join?
Share your invite code from Settings, or invite by email or text. When your co-parent signs up with it, you're connected.
How long does setup take?
Most parents complete setup in under 10 minutes. Choose from pre-loaded custody patterns or create your own, set up holidays, configure your expense split, and you're ready to go.