How BlinkAlert Works
From setup to emergency response, discover how our system helps keep you safe.
Download & Setup
Get started with BlinkAlert in just a few simple steps to ensure you're protected when you need it most.
- Download the BlinkAlert app from Google Play Store
- Create your account with basic information
- Verify your email address and phone number
- Grant necessary permissions for the app to function effectively
Add Emergency Contacts
Configure who gets notified when you trigger an emergency alert.
- Add contacts from your phone or manually enter information
- Prioritize contacts in order of notification
- Send invitation links to contacts to download the app
- Specify which information each contact can access
Premium users can add up to 6 emergency contacts, while free users can add 1 contact.
Configure Alert Settings
Customize how you can trigger alerts and what information is shared during emergencies.
- Select which alert trigger methods you want to use (shake, pattern, voice, etc.)
- Customize alert messages for different scenarios
- Configure location sharing settings
- Set up Safe Words for alert cancellation
We recommend setting up multiple alert trigger methods to ensure you can always activate an alert regardless of the situation.
Emergency Alert Activation
When you need help, BlinkAlert makes it quick and easy to send alerts using multiple methods.
Shake Activation
Rapidly shake your phone to trigger an alert
Voice Command
Use your custom voice command to activate
Pattern Press
Press volume buttons in your defined pattern
Manual Trigger
Press the emergency button in the app
If you accidentally trigger an alert, you can quickly cancel it using your Safe Word or the cancellation button within the first 10 seconds.
Contact Notification
When an alert is triggered, BlinkAlert immediately notifies your emergency contacts through multiple channels.
App Notification
Instant in-app alert with location map
SMS Message
Text message with emergency details
Email Alert
Detailed email with location link
Phone Call
Automated call for urgent situations
Contacts will receive notifications in priority order. If the primary contact doesn't respond within 2 minutes, the system will notify the next contact.
Sarah needs your help!
Location: 12 Smuts Avenue, Vereeniging
BLINKALERT EMERGENCY: Sarah has triggered an emergency alert. Last known location: 12 Smuts Avenue, Vereeniging. View map: https://bl.ink/alert/sf7d3
Location Tracking
After an alert is sent, BlinkAlert continues to update your location so contacts can provide the most effective help.
- Real-time location updates are sent to emergency contacts
- Location history is tracked to show your movement
- Contacts can view your location on an interactive map
- Location tracking continues until the alert is resolved
Once help arrives or the situation is resolved, you or your emergency contacts can mark the alert as resolved, stopping location tracking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about using BlinkAlert
Does BlinkAlert work without an internet connection?
Yes, BlinkAlert has an offline mode available for Premium users. When your phone is offline, the app will queue emergency alerts and send them as soon as connectivity is restored. The app will also use SMS as a backup method for critical alerts when data connectivity is unavailable.
How accurate is the location tracking?
BlinkAlert uses a combination of GPS, cellular networks, and WiFi positioning to provide the most accurate location possible. In optimal conditions, location accuracy is within 5-10 meters. In areas with poor GPS signal, accuracy may decrease but the system will indicate the accuracy radius on the map.
Will BlinkAlert drain my battery?
BlinkAlert is designed to be battery-efficient during normal usage. The app uses minimal resources when running in the background and only activates intensive features like continuous location tracking during an active emergency. For longer battery life, you can adjust the location update frequency in the settings.
Can I test the alert system without notifying my contacts?
Yes, BlinkAlert includes a Test Mode feature that allows you to verify that all alert mechanisms are working properly without sending actual notifications to your emergency contacts. To use Test Mode, go to Settings > Test Alert System and follow the instructions.
What happens if I accidentally trigger an alert?
If you accidentally trigger an alert, you have 10 seconds to cancel it before notifications are sent to your contacts. Simply tap the "Cancel Alert" button that appears after triggering. If notifications have already been sent, you can still cancel the alert by entering your Safe Word (Premium users) or by selecting "False Alarm" in the active alert screen.
Is BlinkAlert available for iPhone?
BlinkAlert is currently available only for Android devices. We are actively developing an iOS version that will be available in the Apple App Store soon. Sign up on our website to be notified when the iOS version is released.
Ready to feel safer?
Download BlinkAlert today and get peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
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Available for Android devices. iOS coming soon.
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