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What does Aurora 'AAC' mean?

Augmentative and Alternative Communication — or AAC — is a term for any tool or method that helps someone communicate when speech isn’t enough. It can be as simple as pointing to a picture or as advanced as using a device that speaks aloud.

• Augmentative means adding to someone’s existing speech.

• Alternative means providing another way to communicate when speech is difficult or not possible.

AAC isn’t about replacing someone’s voice. It’s about supporting their voice, giving them more ways to express themselves, share ideas, make choices, and be understood.

Everyone communicates differently — AAC simply makes sure every person has a way to be heard.

What business structure does Aurora AAC use?

At present, Aurora AAC is not a registered organisation — it is a small, individual project designed to assist with communication, provided freely and supported by optional donations.

As the project develops, we will register as a not-for-profit Community Interest Company once the app is live. It’s a straightforward, mission-driven structure that legally safeguards the project and enables us to manage donations more formally, without becoming a commercial enterprise.

Who is behind Aurora AAC?

Aurora AAC is built by Aurora Dynamics, created in our own free time. The project began because my partner works with children who rely on AAC every day, and we have seen how painful it is when a child can communicate at school but becomes silent at home due to cost, devices, or complicated systems.

Aurora AAC is built with heart, not profit — shaped by real families and real needs.

Is the app really free to use?

Yes — completely free. No subscriptions, no upgrades, no hidden fees. Aurora AAC exists because communication is a human right, not a product. Money should never decide who gets to speak.

Supported Platforms

Aurora AAC will be released on the platforms that matter most for accessibility and everyday use. Our primary focus for the first BETA and public versions is:

• Web Application (Browser‑based): This will be the most universal version of Aurora AAC. It runs directly in the browser, so it works instantly on almost any device—phones, tablets, laptops, Chromebooks, Windows PCs, Macs, and shared computers. No installation required. We are actively researching performance and offline‑use options to make this version as smooth as the native apps.

• Android App: Fully native support for Android phones and tablets. This includes Samsung, Pixel, Lenovo tablets, and all major Android devices.

• iPhone & iPad App: A dedicated iOS/iPadOS version for Apple devices, ensuring smooth performance and full accessibility support.

Additional platforms like Windows, macOS, and Linux will follow later, thanks to Flutter’s cross‑platform capabilities — but our initial focus is the web app, Android, and iPhone.

Does the app work for both children and adults?

Absolutely. Aurora AAC is built for every age, every story, every life. Whether someone is 4 or 84, their voice matters just as much.

Do I need an account or login to use the app?

No. You don’t need an account, email, or password. You open the app, and your voice is right there — instantly. Communication shouldn’t hide behind a sign‑up screen.

When will the Aurora AAC apps be released?

Aurora AAC is still in active development, but because we work on it in our free time, progress takes a little longer. We already had a working BETA version, but it was built in Kotlin and only ran on Android. Since an AAC app needs to be available on many devices, we decided to restart the entire project from scratch and rebuild it in Flutter.

Flutter lets us create one app for Android, iPhone, iPad, Windows, macOS, Linux, and the web — a much better long‑term foundation. We will also upgrade to a new development computer, which helps us code and test faster.

Full development will begin at the end of September, and we’ll release the first public beta as soon as it feels stable and helpful. You can sign up for the newsletter to get notified when it’s ready.

If the app is free, who pays for it?

We do. Aurora AAC is funded entirely by Aurora Dynamics — no ads, no investors, no data collection, no premium version. It’s built in our free time because communication should never depend on money.

If you love the app, you can choose to buy us a coffee, but it’s completely optional. Aurora AAC will always stay free.

Frequently asked questions

Do the app and website collect any personal data or track me?

No. Aurora AAC collects zero personal data.
No tracking, no analytics, no adverts, no hidden monitoring. Your voice stays yours — private, safe, and untouched.

What if I want to provide feedback or share ideas?

We would love that. Aurora AAC grows because real people share their experiences, ideas, and needs. You’re never bothering us — you’re helping us build something that matters. Every message is read with care.

Aurora Racing?

Yes — Aurora Racing is our small sim‑racing team. We run it mainly for brand awareness and community engagement, and in the future we hope to become more competitive in endurance events.

We also use Aurora Racing for YouTube livestreams, where viewers can support the project. Any donations raised through racing streams go directly toward Aurora AAC hosting costs, which are quite expensive. Right now, we fund everything ourselves, so the racing streams help us keep the app free for everyone.

Aurora Racing is simply a fun, community‑driven way to support the mission behind Aurora AAC. The app remains our main focus — racing just helps us cover the costs.

Aurora AAC — Web Version

We are also exploring a web‑based version of Aurora AAC that runs directly in the browser. This would let users access the app instantly on any device without installing anything—phones, tablets, laptops, Chromebooks, or shared computers.

Flutter makes this possible, and we’re currently researching performance, accessibility, and offline‑use options to ensure the web version is just as smooth and reliable as the native apps.

More updates will follow as soon as we have a working prototype.