Tin Can

Tin Can develops WiFi-enabled landline-style phones designed for children. The devices allow kids to communicate without access to screens, apps, or the internet. Parents manage contacts through a companion mobile application, ensuring that only approved numbers can be reached. Additional features include quiet hours, voicemail, and optional 911 calling.

The company launched its product in 2023 and quickly sold out its initial production runs. Tin Can offers two service plans: a free plan allowing calls between Tin Can devices, and a paid plan enabling calls to external approved numbers.

Tin Can addresses a growing concern among families regarding children’s early exposure to smartphones and social media. By providing a simple and controlled communication device, the company offers an alternative that combines safety, independence, and ease of use.

Tin Can is based in Seattle, WA.