R;pple

Background

Alice Hendy MBE lost her only sibling, her brother Josh, on 25th November 2020 to suicide. After examining Josh’s phone, Alice found that he had been researching techniques to take his own life via harmful internet searches. To ensure more help and support is given to individuals searching for harmful content online, Alice set up R;pple; a digital tool (available to download as a browser extension or through Wi-Fi integration) that can provide immediate support to people searching for harmful content relating to the topic of suicide and self-harm.  

If a user searches for harmful content online, they will be:

• Provided with guided breathing exercises.
• Presented with reassuring messages.
• Given immediate access to help lines and mental health services to use now and in the longer term.

IT Support

• Our team are on hand to support with IT and technical integration.
• We have cyber assurances including Pentest reports and Cyber Essentials Certification
• We are fully GDPR compliant and have successfully implemented Ripple in large multinationals

The Impact

• Downloads - To date, Ripple has been downloaded over 1.9 million times.
• Interceptions - Ripple has intercepted over 100,000 genuine harmful online searches.
• Lives Saved - Although we do not collect any personally identifiable information, 32 individuals have approached us to inform us that Ripple has saved their life.
• Ripple has won 40 awards in the mental health and innovation space.

World Suicide Prevention Day 2026 - Changing the narrative on suicide

On 10th September 2026, people around the world will mark World Suicide Prevention Day. At Ripple, we believe everyone has a role to play in suicide prevention. Here are some ways you can take action today:

1. Download our free guide How to talk about suicide - Get practical guidance on having open, empathetic, and potentially life-saving conversations. 
2. Support our charitable work - Whether you donate as an individual or support as an organisation, you can help us reach more people at their most vulnerable moments.
3. Get BrowserShield for free - Educators, charities, individuals, parents and guardians can download BrowserShield today, at no cost.
4. Help create safer workplaces - Explore how Ripple technology helps organisations protect their people from online harm.
5. If you’re struggling, reach out - You don’t have to face things alone. If you need help, please contact Samaritans at 116 123, text SHOUT to 85258 or explore mental health support services.  

This World Suicide Prevention Day, a conversation, a resource shared, or a simple act of support could make a difference for someone who needs it