AirGuard - AirTag protection
AirGuard detects trackers that are used for stalking and warns you.
Dennis Arndt Connectivity Security
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Description
With AirGuard, you get the anti-stalking protection you deserve! The app scans your surroundings in the background to detect trackers like AirTags, Samsung SmartTags, or Google Find My Device trackers. If a tracker is following you, you will receive an instant notification. These trackers are often no larger than a coin and are unfortunately misused to secretly track people. Since each tracker works differently, you would typically need multiple apps to detect unwanted tracking. AirGuard combines the detection of various trackers into a single app – keeping you protected with ease. Once a tracker is detected, you can make it play a sound (for supported models) or perform a manual scan to locate it. If you find a tracker, we recommend disabling it to prevent further tracking of your location. The app stores location data exclusively on your device, allowing you to review where a tracker has followed you. Your personal data is never shared. If no trackers are found, the app runs silently in the background and won’t bother you.
How does the app work?
AirGuard uses Bluetooth to detect AirTags, Samsung SmartTags, and other trackers. All data is processed and stored locally on your device. If a tracker is detected in at least three different locations, you will receive a warning. You can adjust the security level in the settings to receive even faster alerts.Who are we?
We are part of the Technical University of Darmstadt. This project is part of the scientific research conducted by the Secure Mobile Networking Lab. Our goal is to protect people’s privacy and investigate how widespread the issue of tracker-based stalking is. You can voluntarily participate in an anonymous study to help us gain more insights into the usage and spread of these trackers. This app will never be monetized – there are no ads and no paid features. You will never be charged for using it. Our privacy policy can be found here: https://tpe.seemoo.tu-darmstadt.de/privacy-policy.htmlLegal Notice
AirTag, Find My, and iOS are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. This project is not affiliated with Apple Inc.What’s new (3.1.1)
IMPROVED: Performance improvements
IMPROVED: Size of location markers in pdf export reduced
IMPROVED: Fixed some rare bugs regarding trackers in the Google network
Anti-features
Properties of this app that are worth knowing about before installing.
- NonFreeNet
- Tracking
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Permissions
What the app asks the system for. Android only grants sensitive access after you confirm it.
- Network stateCheck whether and how the device is connected.
- Run at startupStart automatically after the device is switched on.
- BluetoothConnect to Bluetooth devices.
- Bluetooth connectionConnect to paired Bluetooth devices.
- Bluetooth scanSearch for nearby Bluetooth devices.
- BLUETOOTH_ADMIN
- Internet accessSend and receive data over the internet.
- NotificationsShow notifications.
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- REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS
- Approximate locationDetermine the location via the network.
- Precise locationDetermine the location via GPS.
- Location in backgroundDetermine the location while the app is not open.
- Exact alarmsTrigger actions at a precise time.
- USE_EXACT_ALARM
- Write storageCreate and change files on the device storage.
- Prevent sleepingKeep the device from going to sleep.
- Foreground serviceKeep running in the background, visible in the status bar.
- at_tracking_detection.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
- Read storageRead files on the device storage.
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