BeenThere - Safety-first travel network for solo & female explorers

Hey Product Hunt community! 👋

I'm Farhan, solo founder of BeenThere.

Back in May, I introduced an early web prototype here on Product Hunt and was blown away when it finished as #15 Product of the Day.

Following that launch, the response went far beyond what I expected — from encouraging messages on LinkedIn and the YC Co-Founder network, to BeenThere being featured across independent travel blogs in Asia, the US, and Europe.

That global validation proved one thing: travelers genuinely need a platform that prioritizes safety. So over the past few months, I spent every day turning that early concept into a high-performance native iOS app built from scratch.

Why BeenThere?

"Because travellers deserve more than ratings — they deserve to know how safe a place actually feels." 🌍

When planning a trip, traditional platforms give you thousands of reviews on hotel beds and restaurant menus. Yet, the most critical question remains unanswered: Is this neighborhood actually safe to explore?

At BeenThere, I built a community-driven travel platform focused on the one thing most travel apps ignore: Travel Safety.

What makes BeenThere different?
• 🌍 Community-Powered Safety Index — Street-level safety ratings computed from real explorers on the ground.
• 👣 Solo & Female Traveler Insights — Tailored safety metrics designed specifically for solo and female backpackers.
• ⚠️ Scam Alerts & Precautions — Firsthand advice to help you spot and avoid common tourist traps.
• ✨ Honest Highlights & Lowlights — Unfiltered destination feedback from people who have actually been there (no sponsored influencer fluff).
• 🧭 Insider Local Tips — Navigate unfamiliar streets with confidence.
• 📍 Optional Real-Time Location Awareness — Instant safety awareness right as you explore.

Travel smarter. Stay safer. Know before you go.

BeenThere recently launched on the App Store and peaked at #33 on the Travel charts in our first 24 hours. The iOS app is live and free to download.

Would love for you to give it a spin! 🚀

I'm here to answer questions and listen to your feedback.

hey farhan, congrats on beenthere! we're launching benson today too: https://www.producthunt.com/products/benson-2. hope the launch goes well.