FallGuard - Fall Alerts
Fall Detection & Family Alerts
About
This app detects falls and streams live vital signs from an Apple Watch to a caregiver's iPhone. It provides custom alert levels for health metrics and ensures immediate notifications for emergencies and health changes.
What's New in FallGuard
2.7
August 10, 2026
This update makes FallGuard work for more families, and keeps everyone's information where it belongs. - Apple Watches set up through Family Setup can now use FallGuard on their own, without needing their own iPhone. - Caregivers can send a check-in straight to their loved one's watch, and see the reply when they tap "I'm OK." - Your family code is now protected. If you watch over someone else, joining their code can never replace your own. - Readings stay with the right person, so one family's information never appears in another's. - Watches that stop reporting are now woken automatically, so vitals stay current without anyone opening the app. - Fewer repeat emails about check-ins, and you can choose to get them in the app only.
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FAQ
How does FallGuard Companion detect falls?
FallGuard Companion leverages the fall detection capabilities built into the wearer's Apple Watch. When the watch detects a fall, it triggers an immediate alert through the companion app.
What vital signs can FallGuard Companion monitor?
The app streams live heart rate, breathing rate, and blood oxygen levels directly from the wearer's Apple Watch to the caregiver's iPhone. These readings are updated in real-time.
Can I set custom health alerts with FallGuard Companion?
Yes, you can set custom alert levels for specific vital signs. If heart rate, breathing, or blood oxygen crosses your defined thresholds, an alert is sent immediately.
How does FallGuard Companion ensure privacy?
Vitals data is only shared with caregivers who have joined using a specific family code. Apple Watch handles its own fall detection and emergency calling features independently.
What devices are required to use FallGuard Companion?
The wearer needs an Apple Watch with watchOS 10 or later. Caregivers require an iPhone running iOS 17 or later. Both HealthKit and Notifications permissions are necessary.
Does FallGuard Companion have ads?
No, FallGuard Companion does not contain advertisements. It is a free application focused on providing essential safety and health monitoring features.
How often is FallGuard Companion updated?
The latest version, 2.2, was last updated on June 21, 2026. Updates typically address performance improvements and new features to enhance user experience.
What is the age rating for FallGuard Companion?
FallGuard Companion is rated 12+ by Apple. This rating indicates that the content is generally suitable for most users aged 12 and older.