# ArcGIS Responder 10.9

> Mobile component for tactical situational awareness and mission participation. (iPhone/iPad app by ESRI.)

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- Developer: [ESRI](https://appshunter.io/developer/379687933)
- Category: Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.40/5 from 5 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 173 MB
- Languages: Arabic, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German and 21 more
- Released: 2020-07-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcgis-responder-109/id1459472982/reviews.md

## What is ArcGIS Responder 10.9?

ArcGIS Mission Responder is the mobile app that enables users in the field to participate in active missions as part of Esri’s ArcGIS Mission product.

ArcGIS Mission is a focused, tactical situational awareness solution that is fully integrated with Esri’s market leading ArcGIS Enterprise product. ArcGIS Mission allows organizations to create, share, and operate in missions using integrated maps, teams, and other mission related materials like photographs, documents, map products, and other information types.  ArcGIS Mission is designed to provide organizations with a real-time view of their common operating picture and provides remote, mobile users with situational understanding to be able to answer the question, “What’s going on around me right now?”.  

As the mobile component of ArcGIS Mission, Responder is the mobile app that enables operators to maintain communications and collaboration with their teammates as well as others in support of, and participating in, the mission through real time messaging and reporting. 

Key Features:
-	Secure, protected connection to ArcGIS Enterprise
-	View and participate in active missions of ArcGIS Enterprise
-	View, interact and explore mission maps, layers and other resources
-	Send instant messages to other users, teams and all mission participants
- 	Receive, view, and respond to user-specific tasks
- 	Use an optimized report form to create and view reports from the field
-	Create simple map sketches to communicate and collaborate with other mission participants
-	Attach photos and other file based resources for sharing as GeoMessages 

Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

## Key features

- Participate in active missions
- Real-time messaging and reporting
- View and interact with mission maps
- Create map sketches
- Attach photos and files
- Receive and respond to tasks


## Frequently asked questions about ArcGIS Responder 10.9

### What is ArcGIS Responder used for?

ArcGIS Responder is the mobile app for ArcGIS Mission, enabling field users to participate in active missions. It provides real-time communication, reporting, and collaboration to maintain a common operating picture.

### Does ArcGIS Responder have ads?

No, ArcGIS Responder does not contain advertisements. It is a free application designed for professional use in mission-critical environments.

### What devices support ArcGIS Responder?

ArcGIS Responder is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. The latest version is 21.1.2, last updated on November 17, 2021.

### How does ArcGIS Responder help with collaboration?

It facilitates collaboration through real-time messaging to users, teams, and all mission participants. Users can also create map sketches and attach files like photos to share as GeoMessages.

### Can I view mission maps with ArcGIS Responder?

Yes, users can view, interact with, and explore mission maps, layers, and other resources within the app. This helps provide situational understanding of the environment.

### What is the age rating for ArcGIS Responder?

ArcGIS Responder has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. It is designed for organizational use in mission scenarios.

### How does ArcGIS Responder handle reporting from the field?

The app features an optimized report form that allows users to create and view reports directly from the field. This ensures timely data collection and submission.

### What is the user sentiment for ArcGIS Responder based on ratings?

Based on the available data, ArcGIS Responder has a rating of 3.4 stars from 5 ratings. This indicates a mixed but generally positive reception from its users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 21.1.2 — 2021-11-17

-Updated for compatibility with iOS 15
-New naming convention
-New app icon 
-New splash screen

### 21.1.1 — 2021-05-24

- Expanded and enhanced capabilities for offline work, including store-and-forward for all major workflows
- Support for map popups and layers
- Support for secure and authenticated environments
- Use of customized reports, created by managers for specific missions
- Version compatibility check

### 21.1.0 — 2021-05-06

- Expanded and enhanced capabilities for offline work, including store-and-forward for all major workflows
- Support for map popups and layers
- Support for secure and authenticated environments
- Use of customized reports, created by managers for specific missions

### 20.3.0 — 2020-09-29

- New User Interface
The bottom navigation bar now only has three tools, as the Start New Chat tool has been moved onto the My Messages panel. 

- Unread Indicator
The Unread Indicator now has expanded functionality, including numbering and a Mark All As Read button.

### 20.2.0 (6) — 2020-07-28

No release notes.

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