Companion
Companion: Never Walk Alone. Your Personal Safety Service and Mobile Blue Light
- Category Travel and Transportation
- Program license Free
- Version 2.2
- Size 4 MB
- Works under: Android
- Program available in English
- Content rating Everyone
- Package name io.companionapp.companion
- Program by Companion_app
Companion is a personal safety application designed to provide users with peace of mind by allowing them to stay connected with friends and family during their journeys.
App Overview
Companion provides a unique and innovative approach to personal safety. It enables users to share their location with selected contacts, who can then monitor their journey in real-time. This tool is particularly useful for individuals who often travel alone, or during late hours. The app also offers direct access to local law enforcement, adding an extra layer of security for users.
Functionality and Features
After downloading and installing the Companion app, users are prompted to select their destination on the built-in map. The next step involves choosing the contacts who will receive a request to virtually accompany the user. One of the significant features of Companion is that these contacts do not need to have the app installed on their devices. They receive a text message containing a URL, through which they can monitor the user's progress.
The contacts can observe if the user deviates from their usual route, or if they begin running unexpectedly. These features make Companion a helpful tool to ensure the user's safety during their journey.
Emergency Services
Companion comes equipped with two alarm buttons. The first button can be pressed if the user feels uneasy or suspects they might be in danger. If the button is not pressed again within 15 seconds, the selected contacts receive an alert. The second button is for urgent situations that require immediate assistance from law enforcement. Pressing this button sends an alarm directly to the local police, using the GPS coordinates from the user's device.
Conclusion
Companion is a comprehensive personal safety app offering peace of mind to its users. It allows them to share their location with selected contacts, providing an additional layer of security. The app's ability to send alerts to local law enforcement enhances its value as a personal safety tool. The application is user-friendly and simple to navigate, making it accessible to a wide range of users.
Pros
- User-friendly interface
- Ability to share real-time location with selected contacts
- Direct access to local law enforcement
- No need for contacts to have the app installed
Cons
- Requires internet connection for real-time location tracking
- Dependency on GPS accuracy
Introducing… WANDER MODE!
Wander Mode empowers you to use Companion anywhere, anytime, without inputting an end destination. Just set a trip time duration, add some Companions, and voilà! Enjoy all of the benefits of Companion while doing the activities you love!
We cannot wait to see the adventures you take!
If you run into any issues or have any feedback, please reach out to us at [email protected].
Stay safe :)