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For everyone who finds speaking difficult but has something to say

An affordable alternative to a speech device

Started for our son, now for everyone who cannot or struggles to speak — regardless of cause. Add your own photos, record your voice — and learn and communicate with pictures that truly matter. An affordable alternative to speech devices: open in the browser on phone, tablet or computer.

Try it now · Communication Board · Try free for 14 days · Phone, tablet or computer · Easy to use · 14 days Premium, no payment details · How It Works

Privacy First

All personal images, voice recordings, and data stay on your device. Nothing is uploaded to the cloud. Your photos and progress remain private and under your control.

Make TWIYO truly yours

Not just generic pictures: recognizable photos, your own voice on words, a personal welcome with your child's name, and even your own celebration sound when a game finishes. Everything stays locally on your tablet or phone.

Upload your own photos

Photograph “grandpa”, the school bag, or a stuffed animal. Pick a category — then the word appears in the word-image game; with Premium you can also put it on the AAC board via “Also on communication board”.

Record your own voice

For custom words (Premium): record the label and “Where is the …?”. Your child hears your voice — offline after recording. On AAC you use phonetic pronunciation.

Celebration & welcome

Enter a first name for a large welcome at the top. Record your own celebration sound and photo for when a game finishes — “Great job, Emma!” instead of the default cheer.

What is a speech device?

A speech device (AAC aid) helps people who cannot or struggle to speak express themselves. With TWIYO's communication board, users combine words, images, and categories — the app speaks them aloud. Wishes, needs, and emotions become easier to communicate.

Who is TWIYO for?

Frequently asked questions

Can TWIYO replace a speech device?

For many families, TWIYO can be an accessible and affordable alternative to start communicating at home. Which solution fits best differs per person. TWIYO is not a medically certified device and does not replace professional advice from a speech therapist or doctor.

Does TWIYO work without internet?

Yes, mostly. Letters, counting, the word-image game, managing words, and (with Premium) AAC and your recordings work offline after the first load. Premium checks online occasionally whether your subscription is still active.

Can I add my own images and words?

Yes. Open the app → gear icon (parent panel) → “Words & images” tab → add a word. Take a photo with the camera, pick a file from your phone, or search for a free image. Pick a category so the word appears in the word-image game (free up to 10 custom words). Photos stay on your device — never in the cloud. With Premium you can check “Also on communication board (AAC)” and pick a tab — then the word also appears as a tile on the AAC board.

Is TWIYO suitable for autism?

Yes. TWIYO was developed from experience with a non-verbal child with autism. The app offers structure, visual support, and your own photos — many parents use TWIYO at home or alongside speech therapy.

What devices does TWIYO work on?

TWIYO works on any device with a modern browser: iPads, Android tablets, iPhones, Android phones, laptops, and desktops. It's optimized for tablets but works everywhere.

Features

Your photos & voice

Upload photos from home, record your voice on words, show your child's name prominently, and replace the celebration sound after a game (Premium). Privacy-first: everything stays on your device.

Word-Image Matching

Hear a word, tap the right image. Build vocabulary — Premium, with your own photos.

Counting Games

Learn numbers and counting with visual, interactive exercises.

Alphabet & Phonics

Letter recognition and sounds, building blocks for literacy.

Speller Board

A letterboard for non-verbal communication using spelling techniques.

Communication Board

An affordable AAC alternative. Tap pictures to speak with text-to-speech.

Works Offline

Install on any device. No internet needed after first visit. No app store.

How it works

1. Open in the browser

Go to twiyo.app on phone, tablet or computer — no app store needed. You can start right away; optionally add TWIYO to your home screen for offline use. → iPhone/iPad: Safari → Share → Add to Home Screen. → Android: Chrome → menu (⋮) → Add to Home Screen.

2. Add photos & voice

In the parent panel: photos of people and things that are familiar, plus optionally record your voice for each word in the word game.

3. Play & Learn

Play games matching words to images. Track progress over time.

Multiple licenses for a school or organization? Professionals