Locket Labs

Locket Labs Inc. is a technology company based in Venice, California, dedicated to enhancing personal connections through its flagship product, the Locket Widget mobile application. The company operates globally, with employees across four continents, and focuses on fostering meaningful relationships rather than ad-driven engagement. The Locket Widget app allows users to send live pictures to a curated group of up to 10 friends, displayed directly on their home screens. This privacy-centric application integrates photos as a widget, ensuring immediate interactions and a dynamic, intimate feed. Locket Labs secured $12.5 million in funding in August 2022, led by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, highlighting investor confidence in its innovative approach to social connectivity. The company prioritizes data protection and maintains a transparent privacy policy.