Log in to ReminderIt with WhatsApp, no password to remember

Most of us have far too many passwords. There's the one you use everywhere and know you shouldn't, the one with a number on the end that you've changed four times, and the one you reset every single time because you never remember it.

For a reminder service, that's a real problem. The whole point is to help you remember less, not add one more thing to forget. That's why ReminderIt lets you log in to the website with the thing you already use every day: WhatsApp.

Why passwords are a poor fit here

Think about when you actually visit a reminder website:

• You want to check what reminders are running for a parent.
• You want to look at your call history after a missed call.
• You want to change a setting you only touch once in a while.

These are occasional visits. And occasional visits are exactly when passwords fail, because you haven't typed it in weeks. The result is a reset email, a new password you won't remember either, and a few minutes of friction before you can do a thirty-second task.

How WhatsApp login works in practice

If you already manage your reminders in WhatsApp, logging in with WhatsApp simply connects the website to the same account. There's no separate sign-up, and you don't need to create or remember a password.

On reminderit.com, choose to log in with WhatsApp and follow the prompt to confirm it's you. Once you're in, you'll see the same reminders you've been setting up in your WhatsApp chat.

If you'd rather, you can also log in with Google. And if you prefer a traditional email and password, that works too. Use whichever is easiest for you.

What you can do once you're in

The website is optional. Everything important can be done by chatting with us on WhatsApp. But it's handy when you want to see things at a glance:

• Your reminders: everything scheduled, in one list.
• History: which reminders rang, and when.
• Call insights: your answer rate, calls by day, and the best time of day to reach you.
• Settings: channels, voices, languages, and options like "ask before night-time calls".
• Connections: Google Calendar, plus Claude and ChatGPT if you use them.
• The people you remind: see who you've added and how their reminders are going.

If you've forgotten how you logged in last time

It's common to open the website after a few weeks and not remember whether you used WhatsApp, Google or email. A simple rule helps: if you set up your reminders by chatting with us on WhatsApp, logging in with WhatsApp is usually the most direct way back to the same reminders.

If you try one method and your list looks empty, don't panic and don't start setting everything up again. Log out and try the method you normally use to message us. And if you're still stuck, just ask us on WhatsApp. Your reminders keep running either way, because they don't depend on you visiting the website.

Good habits for keeping your account safe

Logging in with WhatsApp means your WhatsApp account is effectively your key, so it's worth looking after it. Some common-sense habits:

• Keep a screen lock on your phone. If someone can open your phone, they can open your apps.
• Use WhatsApp's own security settings, such as two-step verification, if you haven't already.
• Log out on shared computers. If you use a library or work computer, sign out when you're done.
• Keep your number up to date. If you change phone numbers, update your account so your reminders keep reaching you.
• Be cautious with messages asking you to confirm a login you didn't start. If you didn't try to log in, don't confirm it.

Helping a parent or relative log in

Passwordless login is especially helpful for people who find passwords stressful. If you're helping an older relative:

1. Make sure they're comfortable with WhatsApp first. Most people already are.
2. Sit with them the first time and log in with WhatsApp together.
3. Show them just one thing, like their list of reminders, rather than every page.
4. Reassure them that the website is optional. They can do everything by messaging on WhatsApp.

Often the best setup for an older relative is not to use the website at all. You can add them as one of the people you remind, and manage their reminders from your own account. They accept once, and then your reminders reach them. You can get an alert if they miss a call, plus a weekly summary.

A quick checklist

• Do I have WhatsApp on the phone number I use for reminders?
• Is my phone protected with a screen lock?
• Do I know which login I used last time: WhatsApp, Google, or email?
• Have I logged out of any shared computers?

How ReminderIt works

ReminderIt reminds you with a real phone call at the right time, in a warm, natural voice, plus a WhatsApp message with Done and Snooze buttons. If you miss the call, WhatsApp carries the reminder and ReminderIt tries the call once more about five minutes later.

Getting started happens entirely in WhatsApp. Message us, say what you need in plain words, like "Remind me to take my tablet at 8pm every day", and you're set up. There's no app to install and no card needed for the 7-day free trial. The website is there whenever you want the bigger picture, and you never need a password to use it.

Ready to leave one more password behind? Message us on WhatsApp to set up your first reminder.