Quick snapshot of the app

walk15 is a no-cost mobile app created to encourage people to walk more, lower their carbon footprint, and support better personal well-being. It’s distributed worldwide and supports 25 languages, making it accessible to a broad audience. Users who take part in the #walk15 community typically see a meaningful boost in their daily steps, helping them adopt healthier, greener routines.

Benefits for users and the environment

• Boosts daily physical activity, helping with fitness and general health.
• Demonstrates environmental gains by tracking reduced CO2 emissions.
• Fosters motivation through a social network of fellow walkers.
• Makes sustainable habits easier to maintain by showing progress visually.

Core functionality and tools

• Virtual tree visualization that represents CO2 reductions and environmental impact.
• Short educational updates about health and eco-friendly living to keep users informed.
• Curated walking itineraries that include notable sights and points of interest.
• A steps wallet system where accumulated steps can be redeemed for rewards and perks.
• Public and private step competitions that may offer prizes and friendly rivalry.
• An integrated step counter that records activity throughout the day.

Community outcomes

Joining the app’s network often leads to higher average step counts, as members are encouraged by challenges, shared goals, and visible achievements. The combination of social features and measurable environmental feedback helps keep users engaged over time.

Other apps you might try

Top recommended alternative: Pavlok Free — an app some users prefer for habit-forming tools and different motivational approaches.

Getting started

Download the app from your device’s app store, choose your preferred language, and allow step-tracking permissions. From there you can explore routes, join challenges, watch your virtual tree grow, and start converting steps into rewards.