Detect – Alert – Act
Confidence on your wrist.
EpiWatch® brings clinically-tested seizure detection and alerting to the Apple Watch. FDA-cleared, available by prescription, EpiWatch detects and alerts for tonic-clonic seizures, empowering you to live with more freedom. Discreetly monitoring seizures through your Apple Watch, it will alert you and your caregivers when seconds matter.
EpiWatch. Live Fully.
Alert Rapidly. Empower Action.
Reduce the risk of injury or death from seizures. EpiWatch provides detection of life-threatening seizure events and helps lower the risk of SUDEP, providing rapid alerts to caregivers.
EpiWatch is the first and only FDA-cleared seizure detection app for Apple Watch. Running passively on Apple Watch and iPhone, it enables timely intervention and improved safety for people with epilepsy and their families.
How it Works
Take Control
Getting Started
- Get access to the EpiWatch app
- Upload your prescription image
- Once your prescription is validated, your EpiWatch account will activate
Once Activated, EpiWatch:
- Provides tonic-clonic seizure detection
- Alerts you and your caregivers to take rapid, life-saving action
When Every Second Counts
What are people saying about wearables for epilepsy?
For the first time, I felt peace of mind leaving my child alone in a room.
The alert went off just in time. We were able to intervene before things got worse. That kind of support is priceless.
My child has more independence—and I have room to breathe as a parent.
It looks just like a regular Apple Watch. My child doesn’t feel different—and that matters.
We’re finally sleeping through the night. No more constant worry.
SUDEP Awareness
Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy
The NIH states that SUDEP is the most common cause of epilepsy-related death. Be prepared, and help prevent injury or death due to seizures. Talk with your doctor about creating a Seizure Action Plan tailored to your needs.
Be Alert with EpiWatch
What can EpiWatch do for you?
• Ongoing monitoring of seizure activity
• Provides real-time tonic-clonic seizure detection
• Sends alerts to caregiver contacts
• Supports rapid action and intervention
• Runs discreetly on your Apple Watch
• Helps reduce the risk of potential SUDEP
FAQs
Do I need a prescription to start?
Yes, the EpiWatch app with need a prescription from your physician or healthcare provider in order to activate. You may download the app from the app store, but it will not activate until the prescription is loaded and approved.
Download the prescription form
Download the letter of medical necessity
How do I upload my prescription?
The app will guide you through this during account setup. You’ll see a spinning wheel and the word “Pending” until our team verifies that the prescription is accurate and complete. This may take up to 1-2 days, depending on when the prescription is received for review.
What is included in my EpiWatch subscription?
The monthly fee of $19.99 will provide full services to the EpiWatch subscription. The fee is paid through the Apple App Store at the time of download.
How will I know if my prescription has been reviewed?
Once your prescription has been reviewed, you will be able to continue to the next step in the app setup. If your prescription is not approved, you’ll receive an email from troubleshooting@epiwatch explaining why it was rejected and outlining any next steps.
How do I set up my EpiWatch Account?
You can watch our step-by-step tutorial video for guidance on downloading the app, creating an account, uploading your prescription, and starting monitoring for the first time. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qSNJYZPegg
How can I make sure I receive emails from EpiWatch?
To ensure you receive important messages from Epiwatch, please add no-reply@epiwatch.com to your email address book or safe sender list. We also recommend checking your spam or junk folder if you are expecting an email from us, as messages may occasionally be filtered by your email provider.
How does Family Sharing work with Epiwatch?
To use Epiwatch with Apple’s Family Sharing, the family organizer must sign in to the Epiwatch app on their iPhone and enter the 6-digit code from the phone into the Apple Watch when prompted. This will link the watch to the Epiwatch account so the app can operate independently on the watch. The Apple Watch must meet Epiwatch’s compatibility requirements and must have a cellular or Wi-Fi connection for monitoring and alerting to function correctly.
Whose information should I use to set up my account?
Use the information of the person with epilepsy, as each account is specific to the individual being monitored. If the EpiWatch user is a child or does not have their own email address, you can use a parent or caregiver’s email, but make sure it’s an email that is actively monitored in case we need to contact you.
Which devices and operating systems are compatible with Epiwatch?
Epiwatch is available on Apple Watch models running watchOS 10 or higher, paired with an iPhone running iOS 17 or higher.
Is Epiwatch available for Android devices?
At this time, Epiwatch is only compatible with Apple Watch and iPhone devices running the required operating systems. We plan to expand compatibility to Android and other devices in the future.
Do I need cellular service?
Epiwatch requires a cellular or Wi-Fi connection for monitoring and alerting. If you plan to use Epiwatch away from Wi-Fi, we recommend a cellular data plan.
Can I use the watch without carrying my phone?
Only if your Apple Watch has its own cellular plan. If not, keep your paired iPhone nearby so Epiwatch can stay connected.
What types of seizures does Epiwatch detect?
Epiwatch is currently FDA-cleared to detect tonic-clonic (grand mal) seizures.
Where is Epiwatch available?
At this time, Epiwatch is only available for use in the United States.
What is the COPPA document and why do I need it?
COPPA stands for the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act. It requires verified parental consent for children under 13. If you’re asked to provide this document, it’s simply to confirm your child’s eligibility and consent.
Why isn’t the COPPA document in my email working?
If COPPA applies to your account, you will receive an email with a link to complete the required COPPA document. This expires after 72 hours, so be sure to complete the form as soon as possible. We recommend checking your inbox and spam or junk folder if you do not see the message. If it expires before you are able to complete the document, you may need to request a new one through troubleshooting@epiwatch.com.
How do I start monitoring once I have the app?
On the Epiwatch home screen, tap the blue “Monitor” button to begin seizure detection.
How can I tell if monitoring is active?
When Epiwatch is actively monitoring, you’ll see a “Monitoring Active” screen with options for Help and Pause Alerting.
A Novel Solution to a Serious Problem
Digital Care for Epilepsy™