What is Helplines.World?
Your comprehensive global directory of crisis support and mental health helplines. Get help when you need it most, wherever you are in the world.
Problem
Individuals in crisis situations often struggle to find accurate, up-to-date mental health helpline information quickly when searching locally, leading to delayed or inaccessible support during emergencies
Solution
A global web directory where users can instantly search and access verified crisis support services worldwide, filtering by location, language, and specific needs (e.g., suicide prevention, domestic violence)
Customers
People experiencing mental health crises, travelers abroad needing local support, and healthcare professionals/counselors seeking referral resources
Unique Features
Aggregates 5,000+ verified helplines across 130+ countries with real-time updates, multi-language accessibility, and emergency contact prioritization
User Comments
Saved my friend's life during overseas travel
Most reliable single source for crisis numbers
Missing some regional hotlines but actively expanding
Simple interface critical in emergencies
Needs offline download option
Traction
Launched 2023, featured on ProductHunt with 800+ upvotes
Integrated by 120+ mental health NGOs globally
2M+ pageviews in first year
Market Size
Global mental health apps market valued at $5.2B in 2021 (Grand View Research), with crisis intervention services seeing 300% usage increase post-pandemic
