The Shift App

Move better.
Every trip.

The Shift app detects your walks, bike rides, and transit trips automatically — no tapping, no logging, no thinking about it. Your commute earns you real rewards while you move.

How it works

Three steps. Zero effort.

1

It just works

Grant location and motion access once. Shift detects your walks, bike rides, and transit trips in the background. No tapping required — your streak keeps going even if you never open the app.

2

Your commute, working for you

Every active trip earns points, automatically. Your tier multiplies your earnings — the more you shift, the more you earn. Redeem for real rewards from local businesses.

3

See what you're gaining

Time saved. Money kept. Health earned. Open the app to check in, or don't. Everything tracks whether you're watching or not.

Your commute coach

More than a tracker.

Shift learns how you move and helps you move better — with practical guides, smart nudges, and real-world events matched to your commute.

Guides that meet you where you are

Wondering how Blue Bikes work? Nervous about your first bus ride? Not sure what to wear on a bike commute? Shift serves short, practical guides matched to the barriers you actually face — swipeable, 1–3 minute reads with local info and next steps.

Nudges, not nagging

After a short trip, Shift might suggest a route that's faster on foot. When you haven't tried transit in a while, it'll surface a nearby stop you didn't know about. One nudge per day, max — always relevant, always easy to dismiss.

Events that make the first time easy

Guided rides, e-bike demos, walking tours, transit buddy meetups — real-world group experiences near you that take the uncertainty out of trying something new. Show up, try it, see how it feels.

Built for commuters

Built around what actually changes behavior.

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Save real money

Active trips put money back in your pocket — and earn you rewards from local businesses on top.

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Feel better

Active commuters report better sleep, sharper focus, and lower stress. Built into your day, not added to it.

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Discover what works for you

Shift finds transit routes and bike-share options connecting your home and work that you haven't tried yet. Every week, new suggestions based on where you actually go.

For employers

Your team wants to come in. The commute is what stops them.

Boston has some of the worst traffic in the country. Shift helps your employees find a way in that they actually enjoy — so the commute stops being a reason to stay home.

What employers get

  • Higher in-office attendance — employees who enjoy their commute come in more
  • A genuine wellness benefit with real participation data
  • ESG and sustainability reporting — verified active trip data by mode
  • Real commute data — mode share, participation trends, and patterns over time

What employees get

  • A way in that's cheaper, faster in traffic, and better for their health
  • Real rewards earned automatically from every active trip
For schools

The simplest school wellness program you've ever run.

No student apps. No accounts. No data on kids. Just a wall chart, a show of hands, and one email from the teacher.

Under 5 minutes a week for teachers

Post the chart Monday, photograph it Friday, Shift handles everything else.

COPPA-clean by design

No student accounts, no student devices, no location data on minors.

Curriculum-aligned

Math and science worksheets for K–2, 3–5, and 6–8 grade bands included.

What schools get

  • Auto-generated leaderboards at classroom, grade, and school level
  • Weekly impact reports for PTAs and school boards
  • A parent bridge — weekly email connecting families to their classroom's results
  • Safe route planning assistance for families and schools
  • Piloting in Massachusetts schools in 2026
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Events

Compete. Move. Win.

Shift flagship events bring the whole city together. Track your commute, climb the leaderboard, and win real prizes.

See the leaderboard →
For local businesses

Join the Shift rewards network.

Offer discounts to active commuters in your neighborhood. Free to join. No POS integration required.

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Find your shift.

Free to download. Available on iOS and Android.

Download the app
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