Emergency Contacts App for Instant Alerts
It's hard to quickly and reliably notify your family or friends when you're in an emergency. You need a simple way to send an alert with your location.
Worrying about your loved ones' safety is natural. It's even more stressful when you can't reach them or know if they are okay.
Add Your Contacts
Easily add family, friends, and trusted individuals to your emergency contact list in the MySentry app.
Trigger an Alert
When you feel unsafe, activate the panic alarm or rely on automatic detections like falls or crashes.
Instantly Notify Everyone
MySentry automatically sends an alert with your live location and status to all your emergency contacts.
Quick Answer
An emergency contacts app like MySentry allows you to instantly notify pre-selected family and friends during an emergency. With a single tap or an automatic detection, the app sends an alert with your live location and status, ensuring your loved ones are informed and can respond quickly when you need help most.
How MySentry Works: Verified Facts
Up to 10 emergency contacts can be designated per user profile.
Each contact receives SMS, push notification, and email alerts simultaneously when an emergency is triggered.
Emergency contacts receive the user's real-time GPS location during an active alert.
Contacts can track the user's location on a map and coordinate with emergency services.
How It Works
- Designate trusted family members and friends as your emergency contacts within the app.
- When you trigger a panic alarm, or if the app detects a fall or car crash, it sends an immediate notification.
- Your contacts receive a text message with a link to a secure web page showing your live location and status.
- You can also initiate a live video stream for our 24/7 professional monitors to assess the situation.
What Happens After an Alert
Your designated contacts are immediately sent a text message with your alert details.
They can view your real-time location on a map and see the reason for the alert.
If you have professional monitoring, our certified agents will also be notified and can dispatch emergency services.
The app keeps your contacts updated until the emergency is resolved.
Setup and Requirements
Device Compatibility
iPhone (iOS 15+) and Android (12+) smartphones. Apple Watch (Series 4+) and Samsung Galaxy Watch for wearable features.
Permissions Needed
Location services (always-on for GPS tracking), notifications, microphone (for voice-activated panic), camera (for live video response).
Connectivity
Works on cellular data and Wi-Fi. Cellular connection recommended for outdoor use and GPS accuracy. Offline mode stores alerts and sends when reconnected.
Limitations
Fall detection accuracy depends on sensor quality and wearing position. Battery life varies by device and feature usage. Health monitoring requires a compatible smartwatch.
Best For
- Families wanting to stay connected and ensure each other's safety.
- Individuals who live alone or have medical conditions.
- Parents who want peace of mind for their children's safety.
Not Ideal For
- Users without a smartphone or a consistent internet connection.
- Situations requiring immediate, life-threatening medical intervention where calling 911 is faster.
Key Takeaways
- Instantly notify multiple contacts at once during any emergency.
- Share your live location automatically when an alert is triggered.
- Works seamlessly with automatic fall and crash detection for added safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you feel unsafe, use the MySentry panic alarm. If it is an immediate life-threatening emergency, contact local emergency services. MySentry requires an active internet connection, device permissions, and sufficient battery. Not all features are available on all devices.
Get Started in Minutes
Three simple steps to 24/7 peace of mind.
Sign Up for Free Trial
Start your 7-day free trial with no commitment. Cancel anytime.
Set Up Your Account
Create your profile and download the MySentry mobile app.
Use MySentry
Activate protection and start using safety features immediately.