FAQ
Common questions about Alyo
Straight answers about Alyo — on-demand local human help for everyday interruptions.
What is Alyo?
Alyo is an on-demand marketplace for local human help. It connects people with trusted nearby helpers who can handle life's everyday interruptions.
How is Alyo different from traditional task marketplaces?
Traditional task platforms help you find someone for a predefined job. Alyo is designed for the everyday situations that suddenly need another person. You tell Alyo what happened, and the platform helps determine the right kind of nearby help.
What kinds of things can Alyo help with?
Alyo can help with everyday interruptions such as picking something up, dropping something off, returning a package, delivering a forgotten item, waiting for a delivery, checking on a home, verifying something, buying something nearby, and other simple local human assistance.
Is Alyo available right now?
Alyo is currently preparing for a limited beta in Savannah, Pooler, and Metro Atlanta. Get early access and we'll let you know when requests open.
Where is Alyo launching?
Savannah, Pooler, and Metro Atlanta, Georgia.
When does Alyo launch?
Alyo is currently preparing for a limited beta. Get early access to receive updates.
Who are Alyo Helpers?
Alyo Helpers are local people who apply to handle requests through the platform.
How are Helpers screened?
Alyo is building identity verification, trust, safety, and screening processes for the beta. Specific requirements may vary by request type.
How much does Alyo cost?
Pricing will vary based on the request, distance, expected time, complexity, and urgency. Customers will see the price before confirming.
How much do Helpers earn?
Helpers will see guaranteed earnings before accepting a request and will keep 100% of customer tips. Earnings vary by request and availability.
What can't I use Alyo for?
Alyo is intended for safe, everyday local human assistance. The beta will not support dangerous work, regulated professional services, childcare, passenger transportation, controlled items, illegal activity, or other requests that require specialized licensing or create unreasonable safety risks.
Can I become a Helper?
Yes. Apply to become an Alyo Founding Helper at https://alyoapp.com/helpers.