FDBeacon
Building Intelligence on Scene
About
Provides first responders with instant access to critical building intelligence via NFC tags. Departments can maintain pre-incident plans, and firefighters can quickly retrieve vital information like hazards, entry points, and utility shutoffs at the scene.
What's New in FDBeacon
2.1.0
August 11, 2026
Added push notifications for critical building status alerts.
FAQ
What is FDBeacon?
FDBeacon is a subscription-based platform for fire departments that delivers critical building intelligence to first responders at the point of need. Firefighters access this data instantly by tapping their iPhone to an NFC tag affixed to the building.
How does FDBeacon work?
Department administrators maintain pre-incident plans in the FDBeacon portal. NFC tags are affixed to buildings, and arriving firefighters tap their phone to the tag to instantly load building intelligence without needing to log in.
What kind of building information does FDBeacon provide?
FDBeacon provides a building overview, hazard information (NFPA 704), entry points, fire protection systems, utility shutoff locations, tactical information, water supply data, and key contacts.
Is FDBeacon free for firefighters?
Yes, firefighter access to FDBeacon is free. Fire departments subscribe to the platform, and administrators then invite firefighters to join.
What devices does FDBeacon support?
FDBeacon is available for iPhone and iPad devices, as indicated by its support for 'iphone', 'ipad', and 'ipod'.
How often is FDBeacon updated?
The latest version of FDBeacon is 2.1.0, and it was last updated on August 11, 2026, suggesting a commitment to regular updates and improvements.
What is the age rating for FDBeacon?
FDBeacon has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.
Does FDBeacon have ads?
No, FDBeacon does not contain advertisements, as indicated by the 'hasAds' flag being false.