Reality From The Ground
See what's REALLY happening. Or show the world what you see - instantly
With Spime, only people at the location can capture and share photos and videos.
Spime is a live, location-based social network where people nearby share real photos and videos of breaking news, local events, protests, disasters, travel moments, and everyday life.
Spime is designed to fight misinformation. Photos and videos can ONLY be captured using Spime’s secure in-app camera. Users cannot upload existing photos or videos, preventing recycled media, manipulation, or AI-generated content. Only people physically close to a Spime can contribute.
Every photo and video is automatically geolocated.
Real content. Real people. Real time.
Eyewitness reporting. Citizen Journalism
One platform. Three audiences.
Discover Spime's Unique Features
Fight Misinformation
Only people physically present can contribute content. Media must be captured with Spime’s camera — uploads are not allowed.
Every photo and video is automatically geolocated.
Near me. Now or in the Past
From My Zone, you can see what’s happening around you — either right now or in the past.
Just tap a Spime to enter it.
Only people near the location of active Spimes can post.
Automated Archives
Spimes you create or follow are automatically archived when they expire — keeping your photos and videos organized exactly as they happened.
Content is logically grouped and easily searchable by year, month, or text.
Lock & Control your Spimes
Easily secure any Spime you create. Make it Private (QR code required to enter), hide its location, or hide the Spime entirely from the world.
You can also disable chat, limit the number of people who can join simultaneously, and more.
Worlds
From Worlds, explore the Latest or Popular Spimes and photos from around the world.
For example, when you tap Popular → Photos, the most popular photos appear at the top — those with the highest number of likes and comments.
Global Map
Explore Spimes around the world on our zoomable map. Jump quickly to major cities and filter Spimes by marker type — Breaking News, Natural Disasters, War Zone, Parties & Occasions, and more.
Tap a marker to view live information about that Spime or enter it directly.
Dynamic Spimes. Capture the Journey
A Dynamic Spime moves with you, letting you and people nearby share photos and videos seamlessly. With Dynamic mode on, each photo or video is automatically stamped with its location — creating a shared travel album for everyone in the group. Perfect for capturing your journey together.
Choose your Spime Marker
Explore Spimes around the world on our zoomable map. Jump quickly to major cities and filter Spimes by marker type — Breaking News, Natural Disasters, War Zone, Parties & Occasions, and more.
Tap a marker to view live information about that Spime or enter it directly.
Authenticity You Can Trust
Spime ensures that every photo, video, and comment comes from real people, at real events, in real-time. By focusing on proximity and requiring on-the-spot content, Spime is a powerful tool in the fight against fake news.
Instant Photo and Video Sharing
No more waiting for friends to send you the photos you want. With Spime, everyone’s pictures are automatically shared within the app, allowing everyone present to view and download them instantly. Plus, enjoy instant messaging!
Location-Based Networks
Unlike the cumbersome process of sending friend requests or accepting invites to join a network, Spime is entirely location-based. Presence is the key - if you're nearby, you can instantly participate and share in the moment! Ideal for social gatherings and other events.
Secure Cloud Storage
Spime photos and videos are securely stored online, freeing up space on your phone. Download only what you want, whenever you need it. We partner with world-leading, secure cloud providers to ensure your memories are safe.
Why I Created Spime
“Real connection happens in space and time — not behind digital barriers.”
Al Poullis, Toronto - Canada
Spime Creator and Lead Developer
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Recent feature updates
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Why You Can’t Upload Existing Photos in a Spime
Is this a beach in Greece or the Caribbean? In Spime, there’s no room for doubt—only real moments captured in real time!
Powerful yet Easy to Use!
Spime is simple to use yet loaded with powerful features. Instantly share photos and videos, connect through location-based networking, save device space, secure Spimes from unauthorized access, enjoy automated archives, and follow Spimes from afar—all for free!
Spread the Word: Get Everyone on Spime!
Spime thrives on collaboration and connection. Whether you’re sharing real news from an event or capturing moments with friends, having more people on Spime enhances the experience.
Encourage those around you to download the app. Once they’re on Spime, your group can instantly share photos, videos, and chat in real-time, creating a dynamic and meaningful shared experience.
The more people join, the better Spime becomes—whether it’s spreading important updates or documenting special moments together. So, spread the word and make every gathering or event more impactful with Spime!
It feels like magic. See it, believe it!
How people are using Spime
Spime can be an indispensable tool for groups gathering anywhere, anytime.
Seeing everyone’s photos appear automatically feels so satisfying—it’s pure magic!
I reported a local power outage and shared updates on Spime. People relied on these real-time contributions because they knew they came from someone actually on the ground. Spime ensures the truth reaches people.
Spime made my baby shower unforgettable! I could effortlessly see everyone’s photos in real-time - it was amazing!
At a protest, I used Spime to share live updates that mainstream media was missing. Only those nearby could contribute, which meant the photos and videos were real and unfiltered. It gave people a genuine view of what was happening.
I wasn’t in the front row at my daughter’s dance recital, but thanks to Spime, I saw amazing front-row photos shared by others! Thank you, Spime!
Just got back from vacation with friends—no need to ask everyone for photos! Everything is already in our Spime. So easy!
When a major flood hit my town, I used Spime to share photos and videos with the world. My updates helped people understand the severity of the situation in real-time, and it felt empowering to provide accurate, on-the-ground information.
We were planning to hand out instant cameras at our wedding to capture casual moments, but then we discovered Spime! Thank you!
Even my shy students now feel comfortable participating and asking questions during class. Spime’s in-class chatting is such a great tool!
Spime made my reporting more trustworthy. Covering a wildfire, I used Spime to document the scene with videos and photos that couldn’t be manipulated or faked. Knowing the content was verified by proximity added a layer of trust that other platforms don’t offer.
Join the Spime Revolution Today!
Ready to create and share unforgettable memories with the people around you? Capture real-time moments and build lasting connections - all without the hassle of friend requests or invites. Don’t miss out on the future of social interaction!