Tappytots

TappyTots: Tap to Talk – Giving the Voiceless, a Voice.

TappyTots is an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) tool designed for parents, educators, caregivers, and therapists who support individuals with limited or no speech.

Originally created by a father to help his own non-verbal son, TappyTots provides an accessible way to communicate using picture-based tiles and voice output.

What’s New in Version 1.3.0 (August 5, 2025): Pre-Populated Tiles – Ready-made communication tiles in categories like food, emotions, and daily needs. TappyTalks (BETA) – Guided sentence-building for developing structured communication. Color Board (New!) – A creative space to select colors for mood expression, sensory exploration, or visual learning. Performance Boost – Optimized for smoother, faster, and more reliable use.

Why Professionals and Families Use TappyTots: Clear, uncluttered interface

Large, high-contrast buttons for easy selection

Tap-to-speak with clear voice output

Fully customizable — add your own photos, words, and sounds

Works offline — no login or internet required

No subscriptions, or hidden costs

Built by a Dad. Backed by a Mission. TappyTots is powered by the TappyTots Awareness Foundation, a not-for-profit dedicated to keeping the app 100% free and accessible. Every download supports programs that provide AAC tools and devices to families who need them most.

Giving the voiceless, a voice.

Who It’s For: Parents, guardians, and caregivers of non-verbal individuals

Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and educators

Therapy centers, schools, and community programs

Anyone supporting communication for those with speech challenges

Core Features: Tap-to-Speak – Select a tile to hear it spoken aloud

Color Board – Facilitate emotional expression through colors

Smart Categories – Food, feelings, activities, body, needs & more

Custom Tiles – Add personalized pictures and audio

Safe & Private – No tracking, no accounts, no ads

Free for Life – Communication is a right, not a luxury

Privacy & Safety: TappyTots does not collect personal information from children under 13. Works fully offline for privacy and security. This app is a communication support tool and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace professional therapy.

Download TappyTots: Tap to Talk and bring a reliable, customizable voice tool into your home, classroom, or therapy setting.

Learn more about our mission:

#Giving the voiceless, a voice.