Frequently Asked Questions
What is Life's Echo and how does it work?
Life Echo enables individuals to create autobiographies that loved ones can interact with, preserving their stories for meaningful conversations even after they die.
You simply chat with AI curator Sarah across five 45-minute interviews about different aspects of their life to create an autobiography, whilst uploading photographs and videos.
Using these conversations and a clone of the user’s voice, “Life’s Echo” allows nominated friends, family, or even the public, if chosen, to engage with the person’s legacy.
Can I record my memories right away?
Absolutely! You can start recording immediately. Just click on the part of your life you wish to discuss with AI Sarah, who will have a full conversation with you and capture your life memories.
Can I upload photographs and videos?
Of course, Life’s Echo gives to the aggregation of all your photographs and videos of your life.
Is there a limit on the number of photographs or videos I can upload
No, uploads as many special memories as you like.
Who can I share my Life's Echo with?
Your choice. You can share with anybody you choose. Family members, friends, loved ones or the entire world using “Go Public” if you like.
When will my loved ones be able to access my Echo?
Immediately upon being set up in access settings.
Can I choose who can speak to my Echo?
Absolutely. You have full control over who can access your recorded memories. Only you and the assign Admin Executors are authorised by default.
Can I choose who can access my recorded memories?
Yes. Simply specify who gets access to each recording through the products sharing settings. This allows you to control which memories are shared with specific individuals.
Who controls my data after death?
You will have the ability to appoint two Admin Executors who will manage your Life’s Echo data upon death.
What devices can I use Life's Echo on?
Life’s Echo is accessible from any computer or phone, making it convenient you and your loved ones.
Who can access my data?
Access to data is strictly controlled via secure authentication protocols, ensuring only authorised users can access the system.
Is my data safe?
Yes, Life’s Echo AI uses encryption to protect all data. Only authorised users can access and share the memories.
Who owns my data?
You own all the data you upload, and upon death, ownership is transferred to your named Administrative Executors.
Where is my data stored, and for how long?
Data is securely stored in our data centres owned by Google, based in the UK, with backups.
What happens to my data if the company ceases operations?
In the event of the company ceasing operations, your recordings will remain safe and accessible through existing storage methods.
Is there a way to ensure my memories are legally recognised?
While Life’s Echo securely stores your memories, it’s advisable to mention your digital legacy, including this product, in your legal will. Consult with a lawyer for the best way to incorporate this into your estate planning.
Are there limits on how much my loved ones can speak to my Echo?
Absolutely, however the company applies a duty of care to its users of Life’s Echo and respects that grief encompasses many varied emotions. Breaks in the usage will apply which will allow for the persons reflection and any emotional adjustment that may be required. The aim of this product is to support grieving with compassion and always support healthy grieving.
Those with access will have the option to talk to a life’s echo in 1-hour sessions. There will be breaks built into the system for 30 minutes. The user can log in again after this 30-minute break.
We are mindful of the importance of mental health and provide guidance and links to support service throughout the product.
How can I get help if I have technical issues?
Our support team is available via email or through the AI help center.
Can I give Life's Echo as a gift?
Yes, Life’s Echo AI can be given as a heartfelt and personalised gift. It’s suitable for lots of occasions like retirements, birthdays, wedding presents, christenings, baby showers etc.
Can I use my Echo to help produce a celebrant's Eulogy for my funeral or memorial service?
Of course, your autobiography will be an output for an eulogy of your special memories of your life.
Is Life's echo suitable for all ages?
Yes, the product is designed to be user-friendly and accessible for people of all ages 16.
What is Life's Echo 'Last Words'
Last Words is an optional product the you can purchase to deliver your Last words.
This is an output of the Life’s Echo which allows the you to present your own eulogy in your voice at your own funeral/memorial service.
It is a chargeable product as the Last Words eulogy needs to be created and checked against our Last Words policy