FAQ
Cuckoo is a workplace wellbeing app that helps employees build smart working habits through short, guided active breaks. The app sends regular reminders during the workday to take a 1–3 minute break for movement, stretching or mindfulness. These microbreaks are scientifically proven to improve focus, boost mood, reduce stress, and prevent burnout.
Employees can use Cuckoo on desktop or mobile, at the office or remotely. Everything is designed to be easy, low-threshold, and something you can actually stick with, even on busy days.
Cuckoo is built for companies that want to genuinely support employee wellbeing, not just through one-off campaigns, but with lasting daily habits. It works for organisations of all sizes and across industries: from startups to global corporations, remote-first teams to office-based ones.
If your people spend long hours sitting, working at screens, or feeling stressed and overloaded, Cuckoo fits right in.
You know your people, communication channels, and culture best. We bring experience from hundreds of successful launches and proven strategies to reach your target user numbers quickly.
Together, we’ll create a plan that Cuckoo’s experts implement. This usually includes:
- A launch event
- Personal onboarding session for admins
- Activity challenge for the whole company
- Tailored internal communication materials
- Usage data tracking
- Impact and engagement surveys
You don’t need to install anything complex. Users get started via a personal link, and they’re good to go in minutes. Cuckoo can be used on desktop, mobile, Teams or Slack. Read more about how our customer’s successful Cuckoo launch created long-term commitment and wellbeing.
Yes it does. Regular active breaks improve focus, reduce stress, and help prevent musculoskeletal problems. Even short, 2-minute breaks can positively impact alertness and overall physical health.
And it’s not just about health. A study by the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health found that using Cuckoo can generate significant benefits and savings for organisations:
- Up to 2 sick days less every year per each user
- Stronger team spirit and improved company culture
- Up to €3,000 in yearly savings per active user in reduced absenteeism
Cuckoo makes wellbeing something people actually want to do. Because it’s easy, social, and you can really feel the difference, it becomes part of the daily rhythm. And that’s what creates long-term impact.
Your dedicated Customer Success Manager will help keep engagement levels up. You’ll get regular usage data and support for interpreting and acting on it. We co-create activation ideas with you and offer an ongoing engagement model that includes live breaks, themed campaigns, internal competitions, and more.
Building habits takes time, but we have the tools to help you make it stick, including smart reminders, culture-building tips, and motivation boosters. Cuckoo also integrates with Microsoft Teams and Slack, making it easy to build routines where your team already works.
Our experts will also support your wellbeing planning and show you how to make the most of Cuckoo’s features year-round.
Admins get access to a dashboard with usage data, including:
- Number of registered users
- How many people have participated in challenges
- What activities people have completed
We also provide insights into which types of content are being used the most, and based on that, we’ll recommend the most suitable activation measures for your organisation.
Absolutely. Cuckoo is GDPR-compliant and fully respects your data privacy. All our data is stored within EU. See our privacy policy here.
Yes! Cuckoo is already used in over 20 countries worldwide. All it requires is an internet connection. The app is currently available in English, Finnish and Swedish, and we have AI assisted features on main functionalities that work in all languages.
The app features:
- Smart movement breaks (mobility, stretching, energisers)
- Breathing and mindfulness exercises
- Activity tracking
- Team challenges
- Monthly challenges with prizes
- Specialist tips and tricks for themes such as cognitive ergonomics and recovery techniques
New content is added regularly, and it’s all created by professionals in physiotherapy, occupational health, and mental wellbeing.
Yes! Cuckoo can be connected with Microsoft Teams and Slack, making it even easier for users to remember to take breaks. It fits right into the flow of the day, without needing to switch tools or open new tabs.
Our pricing is based on company size and needs. We offer flexible packages with licence based pricing.
The number of licenses is determined together with the client. Our team has extensive experience with average user engagement levels, so we can give you a realistic estimate of how many licenses you actually need. While the service is available to the entire staff (or a selected group), the number of licenses usually doesn’t match the total headcount. See our pricing plans here.
Contact us for a tailored recommendation!
Yes! We offer a free 14 day trial period so you can test Cuckoo with a group of employees. It’s the easiest way to see how it fits your culture and workflow. Just contact us to get started.
