Preserve the voice. Support the cause.
ALS takes movement — and ultimately voice. blyven exists to preserve voices, exactly what ALS threatens to take. This May, every paid plan supports both your family and ALS research.
Plus, we're donating at least €500 — and 10% of every paid May subscription — to Deutsche Gesellschaft für Muskelkranke (DGM) e.V. for ALS research and family support.
Why this campaign matters to us
blyven is built so that families can keep the voices of the people they love. ALS is a disease whose progression includes, almost without exception, the loss of speech. The alignment is uncomfortably exact: what blyven exists to do is precisely what ALS exists to undo.
We can't change the trajectory of the disease. We can make it easier for families to keep the voice — the laughter, the bedtime story, the answer to a child's question — before the moment passes. This May, we're putting blyven within reach for every family, and turning some of every paid signup into a contribution to ALS research at DGM.
How blyven helps families with ALS
Start early, gently
blyven asks one simple question at a time. The person speaks at their own pace — no time pressure, no minimum length, no required questions. The earlier you begin, the lighter every later session feels.
Built for tired days
Fatigue is part of life with ALS. blyven is intentionally simple — clear questions, no complex interface, automatic save. Ten minutes on a good day is enough.
Private by design
Recordings are encrypted and shared only with the family members you invite. They stay yours — today, in twenty years, even if a subscription ends.
Where to learn more about ALS
Trusted organisations supporting people with ALS and their families. We donate to the DGM but encourage you to engage with whichever community fits your country and language.
- Deutsche Gesellschaft für Muskelkranke (DGM) e.V.
German national association for people with muscle diseases — leads ALS research, family counseling, and patient support across Germany. The recipient of our May 2026 campaign donation.
- International Alliance of ALS/MND Associations
International umbrella organization with member associations in 50+ countries. The right starting point if you're outside Germany or want region-specific resources.
- ALS Association
The largest US-based ALS organization. Funds research, advocacy, and direct support services for ALS patients and families.
Frequently asked questions
What exactly is ALS?
ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) is a progressive disease of the motor nervous system. The connections between brain and muscles weaken over months and years, leading to growing difficulty with movement, speech, and swallowing. ALS is not curable, but early diagnosis and multidisciplinary care can ease the trajectory significantly.
Can someone with ALS still record once their voice has changed?
Absolutely. A changed voice is still that person's real voice — and that's exactly what makes it precious. blyven has no minimum length, no required questions, no audio-quality gates. A rough or quiet voice preserves family history just as well as a strong one.
How does the discount and donation work?
Use code BLYVEN-ALS-50 at checkout for 50% off any paid plan (one-time use, valid throughout May 2026). The €500 donation to DGM is pre-funded and happens regardless of how the campaign performs; we add 10% of every paid May subscription on top. We'll publish the final donation total on June 1.
I'd like to gift blyven to a family living with ALS — is that possible?
Yes. Reach out via our contact page and we'll work it out individually — including free Premium accounts for people who have been diagnosed with ALS, no questions asked.
Start preserving the voice — today
BLYVEN-ALS-50 gives you 50% off any paid plan all of May 2026. Every paid signup contributes to the donation. The voice you record today is the voice that still exists in twenty years.