ÆTERNARE

Preserve what matters most

aeternāre
(verb, Latin)
To make eternal; to immortalize; to render everlasting.

Memory Preservation

Share stories, values, and memories. Create a space where loved ones can find comfort in familiar patterns of thought and cherished moments.

Learn From History

Engage with historical figures in meaningful conversations. Explore different perspectives and make learning personally meaningful.

A Space for Connection

I've been thinking about the garden today. It reminds me of all those Sunday mornings we spent together.

Those were special times. I remember how peaceful it felt, just the two of us working side by side. What's blooming now?

Whether processing grief or preserving legacy, ÆTERNARE offers a private space for reflection based on shared memories and familiar communication patterns.

100% Private & Secure

Your memories never leave your device. All conversations and personal information are stored locally, ensuring complete privacy and control. We believe your stories should remain entirely yours.

  • Conversations stored locally on your device
  • AI inference provided client-side (no data retention by providers)
  • You have complete control and ownership

Terms of Use & Ethical Guidelines

1. Consent Requirements

  • • Living individuals must provide clear, informed consent before their memory preservation begins
  • • For deceased loved ones, honor their known wishes and values
  • • Minors (under 18) require guardian consent
  • • You can delete any chat at any time to withdraw consent

2. Suicide Prevention Protection

We do not support memory preservation for individuals whose cause of death was suicide.

If you're experiencing suicidal thoughts, please contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline immediately. You matter, and help is available.

3. Mental Health Awareness

  • • ÆTERNARE is a tool for memory preservation, not a replacement for professional support
  • • If experiencing complicated grief, please seek counseling
  • • This technology works alongside—not instead of—human connection and care

4. What This Technology Does

ÆTERNARE analyzes communication patterns, memories, and personality traits to create conversational experiences. This is:

  • ✓ A tool for processing grief and maintaining connection to memories
  • ✓ A private space for reflection and comfort
  • ✓ A way to preserve stories for future generations

This is NOT:

  • ✗ Communication with deceased individuals
  • ✗ Consciousness or soul replication
  • ✗ A replacement for human relationships or professional care

5. Privacy Guarantee

All data remains on your device. We collect nothing. You control everything.

6. API Key Usage

You will need to provide your own OpenAI API key. This key is stored only on your device and is used to power the conversational AI. You are responsible for any costs associated with API usage.

7. Safety Guidelines & Liability

Users must follow safety guidelines and use common sense when using ÆTERNARE. ÆTERNARE is not liable for any harm, emotional distress, or consequences that may arise from your use of this program. Use this tool responsibly and in accordance with the guidelines provided.

ÆTERNARE Safe Use Guidelines

Our Mission

ÆTERNARE provides a private, ethical platform for preserving memories and honoring loved ones through compassionate technology. We believe remembering and connecting with those who've shaped our lives can provide comfort, closure, and continued inspiration.

When to Use ÆTERNARE

  • ✓ Processing grief: Finding comfort in familiar patterns of thought and memory
  • ✓ Preserving legacy: Creating a memory space for future generations
  • ✓ End-of-life planning: Voluntarily preserving your own voice and stories
  • ✓ Educational purposes: Learning from historical figures

When NOT to Use ÆTERNARE

  • ✗ As a replacement for professional grief counseling or therapy
  • ✗ To avoid processing difficult emotions
  • ✗ For individuals whose death was by suicide
  • ✗ Without proper consent from living individuals

Mental Health Resources

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 (available 24/7)

Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357 (for mental health and substance abuse support)

GriefShare: Find local grief support groups at griefshare.org

If you're in crisis or struggling with grief, please reach out. Professional support is available and can help.

Healthy Use Guidelines

  • • Use ÆTERNARE as one tool among many for processing grief and preserving memories
  • • Maintain connections with living friends and family members
  • • Consider professional counseling if grief feels overwhelming
  • • Remember that AI responses are generated based on patterns, not actual consciousness
  • • Take breaks if the experience becomes emotionally overwhelming

Understanding the Technology

ÆTERNARE uses sophisticated AI to analyze:

  • • Communication patterns and word choices
  • • Personality traits and values
  • • Memories and life experiences
  • • Emotional responses and perspectives

The result is a conversational experience that reflects these patterns. However, it is important to understand that this is AI-generated content based on learned patterns, not actual thoughts or consciousness from the individual.

Your Rights & Control

  • • You can delete any chat or memory at any time
  • • All data remains on your device—nothing is shared
  • • You control who (if anyone) has access to preserved memories
  • • You can stop using the service at any time for any reason

Questions or Concerns?

If you have questions about ethical use, feel concerned about your usage patterns, or need support, please reach out to a mental health professional. Your wellbeing matters most.

ÆTERNARE