‘Are You Dead?’ This app is becoming a 'super hit' for people living alone

Key Highlights

• The app is called 'Are You Dead?' and is known as Sileme in Chinese.
• Launched in May 2026, it has become the most downloaded paid app in China.
• The app checks in with users every two days for status confirmation.
• If a user does not respond, an alert is sent to their emergency contact.
• It addresses the growing issue of loneliness among young people living alone.