General
Essential information about the app and answers to frequently asked questions.
Getting started
What is Spoony?
We're so glad you asked! Spoony is a safe space for neurodivergent, chronically ill & disabled people to make friends and find support. Spoony is the ...
Is Spoony free to use?
You betcha! Spoony is, and always will be 100% free to use.
Is Spoony for friendship or dating?
At this time, Spoony is designed for friendship only. In fact, when we surveyed our waitlist of over 40,000+ Spoonies before launching the app, over 8...
What is Spoon Theory?
Spoon theory is a way of explaining the limited energy and capacity that chronically ill, disabled and neurodivergent people have for daily tasks usin...
Is Spoony available internationally?
Absolutely! Spoony is proud to support a global community of Spoonies from around the world.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old do I need to be to use Spoony?
Spoony is currently only for users who are 18+.
Do I have to display my labels?
That's up to you. When you sign up, we’ll ask if you’re neurodivergent, chronically ill, and/or disabled so we can better understand you and your need...
I'm an ally. Can I join Spoony?
Of course, we love allies. While Spoony is purpose-built for people who are neurodivergent, chronically ill, and disabled– allies are welcome, too.
How do I use the Spoon Status feature?
Haven't heard of Spoon theory yet? Check out our blog post explaining it here. Keeping your Spoon Status updated is not only a great way to check in ...
Is Spoony available on iOS and Android?
Yes, Spoony is available on both iOS and Android! You can download the app from the App Store or Google Play.
Is my device compatible with Spoony?
For iOS users, Spoony requires iOS 17.0 or later. for Android users, Spoony requires OS 8 or later.