Many Safety Apps have been launched for the safety of women in India.[/caption]
Constant rise in crime rate against women has increased the demand for safety apps. The Delhi gang-rape in 2012 was a watershed moment for the collective conscience of India. We all shouted, rallied, cried, and expressed our angst against the system. But, as we got busy with our daily lives after the death of 'Nirbhaya', nothing changed. Violence against women became worse.
National Crime Records Bureau’s statistics show that crime rate against women (crime per 100,000 female populations) increased from 41.7 in 2012 to 55.2 in 2016. In 2007, reported crime against women in India was 21 every hour. It increased to 39 every hour in 2016.
Nonetheless, awareness about the widespread violence against the female gender has increased. Subsequently, many apps have been developed for women to seek help to avoid any untoward incident. Though these safety apps cannot eradicate violence, they definitely empower women with the confidence to move around.
The top 5 Safety Apps for women in India are:
Please click Next to know the names1. iGoSafely
After activation, the app sends sms and email alerts to the emergency contact numbers about the person’s GPS position. iGoSafely keeps sending SOS alerts every minute until and unless the user turns off the alarm. To ensure that only the activator of the app is able to deactivate it, a secret disarm code is given to the activator. Activation of the app is also very easy. You can activate it just by shaking the smartphone or removing the headphones. In fact, the victim can also send a 30 seconds audio recording (captured through the microphone of the phone).
2. Eyewatch SOS for Women
A woman who has apprehensions of violence can make audio/video recording of her surroundings. Then she can send it to the registered contacts with an alert message. This application has been lauded for being accurate in terms of victim’s location as well as safety confirmation features. Interestingly, this app works without GPRS. Once the woman in distress reaches a safe location, she can inform her contacts by pressing the “I am Safe” button. You can download the application from either iTunes or Google Play Store (depending upon the smartphone you use).
3. Smart 24×7
A woman expecting violence can press the panic button in the Smart 24X7 app to call the police. Besides, there is an option of pre-designated contacts. The woman in distress can also call them at the time of emergency. If the GPRS is not functioning at the time of distress, then the location of the victim is sent through SMS. Some of the important features of Smart 24X7 include facilities like customer care and chatting. Additionally, it provides tracking, ability to click photos, and audio-video recording of the surrounding situation. This app is also available on both iTunes and Google Playstore.
4. SpotnSave Feel Secure
SpotnSave Feel Secure app is one of the most advanced safety applications available currently. Once activated, alert messages containing location of the victim are sent to the pre-selected contact every 2 minutes. This app can be accessed from both smartphones and wristbands. A compatible wristband is made available to the subscriber when she gets the service of this app. In the absence of a smartphone, SpotnSave Feel Secure application can be used with the help of the concerned wristband. When a woman finds herself in a distressful situation, she can press the button on the band. This app works through Bluetooth and can be downloaded from either iTunes or Google Playstore.
5. bSafe
This is an all-in-one safety application for women. It provides women with wide range of features. Once activated, bSafe app sends an alarm to the pre-selected contact. The alert message contains exact location of the woman. Surrounding area’s audio-video is also captured. This application comes with a “Follow me” feature that enables the family members to keep track of app user. There is virtual GPS tracking until she reaches the destination. 'Timer alarm' is another important feature that keeps the guardian informed about the whereabouts of the user (through auto alarm). The user of bSafe app can escape an unpleasant situation by using the fake call feature.
