Skip to main content

App Features

The Private Hub for Your Family's Stories

A secure digital home where parents and grandparents share their wisdom and history through guided video conversations. Telloom organizes every story into a private, searchable archive for future generations.

How Telloom Works for You

Simple tools that make preserving and sharing memories easy for everyone.

Organized Video Library

Find Any Video in Seconds

Your videos are organized into topics like Childhood, Career, Marriage, and Family. Each topic has thoughtful questions to guide conversations.

AI-Powered Text

Transcripts & Summaries

Every video gets a written transcript and a short summary. Search for specific words, read along, or scan summaries to find the right story.

Photos & Documents

Bring Stories to Life

Upload family photos, letters, or documents to accompany your videos. Tag people and add details like when it was taken.

Heirloom Catalog

The Stories Behind Things

Catalog meaningful items—like jewelry or furniture—with photos and the stories behind them. Note who should inherit each piece.

Organized Video Library

Topics to Explore

Videos are organized into topics like Childhood, Career, Family, and dozens more. With 600+ prompts across these topics, you'll always have ideas for what to talk about.

  • Browse by topic or search for specific prompts
  • See at a glance which questions have been answered
  • Play all videos in a topic back-to-back

Sample Topics:

Your ChildhoodSpirituality and FaithCultural Identity and HeritageVolunteering and PhilanthropyHobbies and Interests
Telloom topics organized by life chapters like Career, Childhood, and Family

Questions That Spark Stories

With 600+ prompts in our database, you'll never run out of things to talk about. Here are a few examples:

Where are your parents from?

Your Parents

How do you find inspiration for decorating and styling your home, and what sources do you turn to for ideas?

Homes

What was your favorite childhood book or story, and how did it capture your imagination?

Your Childhood

What’s your biggest piece of advice for the young generations?

Legacy And Future Generations

Have you ever had a pet with a unique or quirky personality? Can you share a memorable story about them?

Your Pets

How do you share your music interests with friends or family? Are there shared experiences or traditions involving music?

Music Listening

In what ways has the education system changed since you were in school, and what are your thoughts on these changes?

Education

What skills or qualities did you develop during your military service that have been valuable in civilian life?

Military Service

Music genres can define eras and personal milestones. Is there a genre of music that particularly resonates with you, perhaps one that has been a soundtrack to your life?

Music Listening

Can you share a spiritual practice or ritual that is particularly meaningful to you?

Spirituality And Faith

How has your perspective on home and homeownership evolved over time, from your first home to your current situation?

Homes

What rituals or practices surrounding death do you find meaningful, whether personally or within your cultural or faith traditions?

Life Reflections

How do you envision passing on your cultural heritage to future generations or others in your community?

Cultural Identity And Heritage

Can you share a recipe that has been passed down in your family? What is its significance? Share the recipe step by step.

Cooking And Baking

What is your fondest childhood memory, and why does it stand out to you?

Your Childhood

What traditions or routines have you and your spouse created together that are special to you?

Your Marriage And Love

Trace your family tree back as far as you are able. Start from your parents. Share names, locations, approximate birthdates, ages at death, occupations, beliefs, ethnicities.

Family History

Where was your hometown, and what comes to mind when you think about growing up there?

Your Childhood

What role does community play in your spiritual life?

Spirituality And Faith

Have you made any significant changes to your diet for health, ethical, or environmental reasons? What motivated these changes?

Diet And Nutrition

Transcripts & Summaries

Every Word, Written Down

After each video, Telloom automatically creates a written version of everything that was said. You can read along, search for specific words, or share the text with family members who prefer reading.

AI-Generated Summaries

Don't have time to watch a full video? Each story includes a short summary—just a few sentences that capture the key points.

  • Search through your stories by keyword
  • Edit transcripts if anything needs fixing
  • Copy quotes for family books or keepsakes

Photos & Documents

Add Photos to Any Story

Upload family photos, letters, or documents to accompany your videos. Tag the people in each photo and add details like when it was taken. Your stories become richer when paired with images.

  • Upload photos from your phone or computer
  • Add descriptions and dates to each image
  • Tag family members who appear in photos
  • Photos organized automatically with related topics or prompts

HEIRLOOM OBJECTS CATALOG

The Stories Behind Your Things

Beyond videos, catalog the physical items that matter most—grandmother's ring, dad's watch, that painting from your honeymoon. Add photos, record why it matters, and note who should receive it someday.

  • Create a visual catalog of meaningful items
  • Add photos and videos for each object
  • Note who should inherit each piece
  • Organized by category (jewelry, furniture, art, etc.)

Who Uses Telloom?

Three roles work together to preserve and share family stories.

Sharer

The person sharing their life stories. They record videos, upload photos, and control who can view their memories.

  • Record or upload videos
  • Add photos and documents
  • Invite family to watch
  • Control who has access

Listener

Family members or friends who watch and enjoy the stories. They can browse topics, save favorites, and read transcripts.

  • Watch videos from loved ones
  • Read transcripts and summaries
  • Browse by topic or search
  • Save favorite moments

Executor

Someone the sharer designates to manage their stories now or after they are gone. They have the same abilities as the sharer.

  • Same rights as the sharer
  • Upload videos and photos
  • Invite new listeners
  • Ensure the archive lives on

Private. Secure. Yours.

Telloom is a private family archive, not social media. You control exactly who sees your stories.

Only people you invite can see your content

No ads, no algorithms

You control access at all times

Record Professionally or Add Your Own

Start with a professional interview where our team handles everything—recording, uploading, and organizing your stories with professional quality.

After your interview, you can upload additional videos, photos, and documents directly from your phone or computer. The app is designed to be simple enough for anyone to use.

Works on Any Device

Access Telloom from your phone, tablet, or computer. Record a video on your phone and upload it in seconds.

  • Upload from iPhone or Android
  • Browse and watch on any device
  • Manage everything from your browser
  • Download your videos anytime

Ready to Preserve Your Family's Stories?

Book a free 30-minute planning call. We'll walk you through the process, discuss your goals, and help you find the best way to capture your family's stories and wisdom.

Curious how Telloom compares to other options? Read our comparison guide →