Loneliness affects an estimated nine million people in the UK across all age groups. Existing apps tend to sit at two extremes. Companions like Replika can end up encouraging dependency instead of reconnection, while activity platforms like Meetup expect users to make the first move, which is a big ask for anyone dealing with anxiety, grief, or long-term isolation. Biscuit sits between the two: steady, judgement-free conversation, with the option to join real-world activities anonymously once the user feels ready.

This was a solo final year dissertation project covering the full process: research and persona design, requirements and architecture, native Android development, and a structured evaluation with real participants covering both usability and emotional impact.