Many digital applications offer safety and reassurance features during challenging times. Here are some apps you can download to enhance your personal safety and provide peace of mind.
The Best Apps to Protect Yourself
1-bSafe
This app can share and track the user’s location. One of bSafe’s unique features is the ability to activate the SOS alarm via touch or voice command. When the SOS feature is triggered, the app automatically begins recording audio and video, which will be live-streamed and made accessible to the user’s contacts. If users feel trapped in undesirable situations, they can initiate a fake call to escape a potentially dangerous scenario.
2-Safe365
This app provides organizations and employers with a database to manage employees' health and safety information. Within the app, users can document reports related to training events, incidents, and risks or hazards. Work-related accidents can be recorded through notes, voice memos, videos, or photos. This data can be sent directly to employers, streamlining the process of compiling records and saving time and resources. Additionally, the app maintains checklists and audits to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and procedures.
3-Noonlight
best For those who enjoy being active and connecting with nature, Noonlight (formerly SafeTrek) is definitely worth considering. In addition to crash detection and real-time location tracking, a key feature is the hold button that users can press when they feel unsafe. Once they feel secure again and release the button, they will be prompted to enter a predetermined PIN.
If the button is released without the correct code, the app will automatically notify local authorities, enhancing personal safety. Users can also set alarms or timers; if the time expires without entering the PIN, a help notification will be sent to authorities. Another notable feature is its integration with dating apps like Tinder, allowing users to input information about their meetings to enhance safety. Users can also add a “Protected by Noonlight” badge to their Tinder profiles, which may help deter unwanted contact.
4-Life360
Life360 enables users to share and track their location while also monitoring their personal belongings with Tile Bluetooth trackers. Unlike FindMy, Life360 is available for both iOS and Android devices. The app includes car crash detection that can notify emergency contacts. Its standout features include 24/7 Emergency Dispatch and Roadside Assistance. Users can set up alerts and access driver reports within the app, providing insights into their routines and activities to help identify any unusual occurrences.
5-FindMy
Exclusive to Apple users, FindMy is an excellent tool for locating devices and enhancing personal safety. The app can trigger a sound from a misplaced device to help users find it. With location sharing enabled, connected networks and users can track a device's real-time location. In the event of theft or loss, users can activate Lost Mode to lock the screen and prevent messages from being accessed. Additionally, for security purposes, users have the option to remotely wipe all data from the device.
the countries where each of the mentioned apps is available:
1.bSafe Available Countries:
- European countries (such as Norway, Sweden, and Finland)
- United States
- Canada
- Australia
- Some countries in the Middle East
2. Safe365 Available Countries:
- Primarily in European countries (such as the United Kingdom)
- May also be available in some other countries depending on updates
3. Noonlight Available Countries:
- United States
- Canada
- Some European countries
4.Life360 Available Countries:
- United States
- Canada
- Australia
- Many European countries (such as the United Kingdom, Germany, and France)
5. FindMy Available Countries:
- Available in all countries that support Apple devices (such as the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, and others)
Please note that the availability of these apps may change over time, so it's best to check the official website for each app for the most current information.
A list of the Arab countries where each of the mentioned apps is available:
1. bSafe Available Countries:
- It may be available in some Arab countries, but availability can vary based on features.
2. Life360 Available Countries:
- Available in some Arab countries, including:
- United Arab Emirates
- Saudi Arabia
- Egypt
- Jordan
3.FindM Available Countries:
- Available to all Apple device users in Arab countries.
For accurate information about app availability, it is advisable to check the app stores for each operating system.
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