Your own private network, in a few simple steps
A private space for your family or business to message, share photos and files, reach your devices from anywhere, and back things up — all on a network that's yours. Here's how to get going.
Create your account & pick a plan
Choose the plan that fits — a family, a couple of people, or a whole business — on the plans page. Simple monthly pricing from just $1/month, no lock-in, and you can change or cancel any time.
Get your first node
A "node" is simply the first point on your network — the thing everything else connects through. You've got three easy ways:
- Plug-in node — order a ready-made BrainO node, plug it in at home, and it joins by itself.
- Use a device you have — a spare computer or a small Raspberry Pi can be your node; we give you one line to paste.
- Let us set it up — on the higher plans we run the node for you, so there's nothing to install.
Approve it — you're always in control
When your node comes online it asks to join your network. You approve it with one tap in your dashboard. Nothing ever joins your network without your say-so, and you can remove anything instantly.
Add your people & devices
Install the BrainO app on the phones, tablets and computers you want on the network — for you, your family, or your team. Each one asks to join, and you approve it, the same simple way.
Start using it
That's it — your private network is live. Now you can:
- Message each other privately, even when the internet is patchy.
- Share photos, videos and files straight between your devices.
- Reach your home devices while you're out.
- Back up phones and computers to your own network.