Paint a stone.
Hide it.
Watch it travel.

Stobi turns the painted-stone hobby into a living map. Add your stone with photos, hide it in a safe public place, and follow every find, comment, reward, and re-hide. Real art. Real walks. Real journeys.

🇫🇮 Made in Finland Map + photo scanner Every stone's journey
Stobi splash screen Stobi map screen
A painted pineapple stone on a beach A painted cloud stone with a strawberry umbrella A painted hot air balloon stone by a lake A painted sleeping fox stone in the forest A painted cat on the moon stone A painted lighthouse stone on moss A painted seashell stone by the sea A painted cherry boat stone on a path A painted bunny in a teacup stone A painted moon house stone at night A painted rainbow fish stone by a stream A painted cactus stone in the sun A painted mushroom house stone at night A painted lighthouse stone at sunset A painted watermelon stone on sand A painted strawberry house stone in grass

A map, scanner, and storybook for real stones.

Stobi connects the offline magic of painted stones with the tools the hobby was missing: approximate locations, photo verification, journey history, and an international community.

Start the journey
How It Works

From painted stone to shared adventure.

Stobi stone scanner screen
Stobi map location screen
Stobi stone journey screen
  1. 1

    Scan your painted stone

    Take two photos so Stobi can remember the design. Give the stone a name and a small note before it goes out into the world.

  2. 2

    Hide it on the map

    Choose a safe public place on your walk. Stobi shows an approximate search area, so people can explore without exposing your exact location.

  3. 3

    Follow the stone story

    Every find, comment, photo, and lock status stays attached to the stone, so its history does not get lost.

Built for the hobby

Painted, hidden, found — see the whole journey.

Stobi keeps the charm offline, but adds the missing layer: where stones are, who found them, whether they are still there, and what happened next.

Painted stones Real finds
Helsinki Illustrative map · Helsinki

A living map of painted stones

Explore stones near you, in your city, or around the world. The map gives a search area, not someone else's private location.

Painted lighthouse stone Example
Example journey Lighthouse How a painted stone can travel
Journey updated Finder photo matched the stone and added a new stop.

A journey timeline for every stone

Hide, find, re-hide, missing reports, author confirmations, comments, and photos stay attached to the stone's history.

Stobi style Crystal explorer Unlocked by real hides and finds
Next cosmeticCrystal glow skin
Style options
Hide Find Re-hide

Rewards that support the loop

Earn diamonds for real activity, unlock achievements, and dress up your Stobi mascot without making the hobby pay-to-play.

Built for real walks, real families, and real community.

13+ safety built in

Age gate, moderation, and clear rules for public play.

Approximate by design

People search an area, not your exact coordinates.

Photo-verified finds

Stobi compares the design before recording the find.

Stone health matters

Reports and author checks keep the map believable.

Moderated community

Chat, comments, reports, and photo checks stay watched.

A worldwide stone map

Hide and find stones beyond Finland. Help your local community grow.

Every stone has a story

Hide, find, comments, likes, and re-hides stay attached to the stone — its journey lives forever.

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Stobi community feed screen
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Stobi different?

Stobi gives the painted-stone hobby its own map and memory. You paint a real stone, hide it in a safe public place, and the app keeps the journey: who found it, where it moved, whether it was re-hidden, and what people added to the story.

Is Stobi really free?

Yes. Painting, hiding, finding, chatting, following journeys, and using the core map are free. Premium is optional: it adds quality-of-life perks, extra cosmetics, and stronger rewards for people who want to support Stobi.

How does Stobi protect my location?

Stobi shows an approximate search area instead of exposing exact personal coordinates. Your real-time location is used to show nearby stones and verify finds, but it is not shared with other users as a live location.

What age is Stobi for?

Stobi is 13+. We check age on sign-up and moderate tightly to keep the community safe for kids and families. No harassment, no explicit content, no personal contact details — ever.

How do I earn diamonds 💎?

You earn diamonds for real participation: hiding stones, finding stones, getting your own stones found, achievements, and launch bonuses. Diamonds unlock mascot cosmetics and help make each walk feel rewarding.

Can I use Stobi outside Finland?

Yes. Stobi's world map lets you hide and find stones outside Finland too. Stones are added by the community, so availability varies by area. If there are no stones nearby yet, you can start by hiding the first one. Join the international chat to share ideas with others.

How do I delete my account?

Settings → Account → Delete account. Your data is removed within 30 days per GDPR. You can also email hello@stobi.app and we'll handle it for you.

The next stone story
starts on your walk.

Paint one, hide one, or find one nearby.
Stobi keeps the map, the proof, and the story.