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Create a private, single-use invitation link for someone you love.
Share opens your phone’s apps. Choose Messages, email, or another app, then tap Send to deliver the invitation.
🏮 About & Help
There's always a light on for you.
Porchlight is our private family gathering place for conversations, photos, shared plans, and memories worth keeping.
🌿 Help
Need a hand? Start with the answers below. If something still isn't working, use the private Report an Issue form below.
📖 Frequently Asked Questions
How do I invite family?
Create a private invitation link from the family invitation button in the header, then share it with your relative.
Do I have to sign in every time?
No. Porchlight normally remembers your sign-in on the same device. You may need to sign in again if you sign out, clear app data, or your session expires.
Who can see my photos and messages?
Porchlight is intended for invited family members only. Keep your invitation links private.
How long do stories stay?
Photo stories last 48 hours. Save one to the Memory Box before it disappears if you want to keep it.
Can I change shared plans and lists?
Yes. Family members can work together on shared lists, gatherings, and contributions.
Can I add Porchlight to my phone?
Use your browser's Add to Home screen or Install app option when available.
💌 Share an Idea
Have a suggestion? Send it privately to the person maintaining Porchlight.
🛠️ Report an Issue
Tell us what happened and where. Please don't include passwords or other sensitive information.
Visible to family for 48 hours. Photos only.
Little happenings around the family
Pull up a chair. There’s always room for family.
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Everything has a place, even the random stuff. ♡
Where our family plans come together.
Our family potluck list, shared right here on Plans. Not tied to any one gathering.
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Everyone in the family can add or update plans.
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Little moments worth keeping forever. ♡
Photos are private to approved family members. Choose an album and add a caption if you'd like.
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One day, cherished family photos from years past will appear here.