# FlashAlert > App to receive news updates from chosen organizations via email or push notifications. (iPhone/iPad app by irx, LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashalert/id6736610385 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [irx, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1790551945) - Category: News - Price: Free - Rating: 1.30/5 from 101 App Store ratings · 35 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 17+ - Requires: iOS 17.2 · 38 MB - Languages: American English, German (Germany) - Released: 2024-10-22 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashalert/id6736610385/reviews.md ## What is FlashAlert? The FlashAlert Messenger app allows members of the public to receive news from the organizations they choose. The public creates an account using their email. They choose the orgs they wish to hear from. No other information is needed. They receive the news via that subscribed email address or through push notifications in the app. Each year, we ask all Messenger public subscribers to log into and out of their account to keep it current. ## Key features - Receive news from chosen organizations - Account creation via email - Select preferred news sources - Email notifications - In-app push notifications - Annual account verification ## What do users think of FlashAlert? Overall sentiment: negative **Pros** - 👍 Excellent customer service response **Cons** - 🐛 Crashes frequently - 🐛 Stuck on incorrect region - 🐛 Subscriptions and settings disappear - 🐛 Notifications not working - 🐛 Blank menus and options - 🐛 Dark mode issues **Commonly reported bugs** - App crashes when trying to manage subscriptions - Region settings reset after closing app - Notifications not being received - Blank menus and options **Most requested features** - Option to opt out of test notifications - Ability to easily switch regions ## Recent user reviews (10 of 35) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashalert/id6736610385/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Once Excellent Now Major Problems *2025-03-05* On Feb 5 a reviewer of this app stated that they reached out to Flash Alert.” Additionally that the app is being worked on for iOS users. “Excellent customer service response certainly helps.” A month has now passed and there have been no updates or changes. In fact the problems that I pointed out in January have not been resolved. So I am disappointed in their “Excellent customer service service response.” This app is in fact a horrendous failure. All very disappointing. ### 1/5 — Not at all functional *2025-02-14* The app doesn’t even display the region options, and is permanently stuck on “Columbia County.” Nowhere near my area. Was working perfectly in the previous version, then the “upgrade “ broke it. Have had to delete and reload the app every time I wish to use it, rendering it useless. I use it related to my work and need the notifications to work….they aren’t. The app developer should either fix the problems or have this removed from the App Store. ### 1/5 — Doesn’t Work *2025-02-13* I have uninstalled and reinstalled this app many of times in the last few months. It doesn’t work. I have tried logging in and out on the web, it will only load one day. They need to fix the bugs. I have a the latest version. I wish school would use a different app at this point. ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work *2025-02-07* Absolutely worthless. In all the years I’ve had Flash Alert it never had any issues until I installed this new version earlier this week. I can’t see my subscriptions and it crashes every single time I try to access my settings. ### 1/5 — Was great… *2025-02-06* I agree with many of the other ratings posted here. The old version of the app worked great with no issues ever. This version works one time and then once you reopen it, it does not work anymore. It only works if you delete it and reinstall it, but again only works once. ### 1/5 — Fix This! *2025-02-05* Clearly the app hasn't been working since it was updated. Having been over a month, you would think the developer would take notice and do something about it. Especially since school districts are paying for the service and relying on it to send notifications to families when there are delays or cancellations. They better do something soon or everybody will pull the plug. ### 1/5 — Waste of space *2025-02-05* This app used to work so well, I rely on it for school closures. With the new version options disappear completely, the app shuts down/closes for no apparent reason and it keeps changing my county. I am no longer receiving alerts, basically it straight up doesn’t work at all. Please fix!!! ### 3/5 — Seems a little finicky *2025-02-05* The new app wasn't working for me. Kept closing when I would try to manage subscriptions. No subscriptions even showed in the app, though I was still receiving email notifications. I uninstalled restarted my phone and reinstalled and linked my account. Made sure to allow notifications and boom, it now seems to be working 🤞 ### 1/5 — Constantly crashes *2025-02-05* App crashes/closes when I try to navigate anywhere. I’ve deleted and reinstalled but no data populates. If I click anywhere, the app just crashes/closes. I’ve used the app for years for school updates and sheriff alerts, I’ve put up with weird bugs in the past, but now it’s just useless. ### 4/5 — Update *2025-02-05* Update: Reached out to FlashAlert. The app is being worked on for iOS users. Hang in there folks. Excellent customer service response certainly helps. Constantly having to delete and reinstall for the region I’m actually in to be selected. It works once and then crashes. I’ve used this app for over a decade and have only started having problems in Dec. 2024. Bummer. ## Frequently asked questions about FlashAlert ### What does FlashAlert Messenger do? FlashAlert Messenger allows users to receive news directly from organizations they choose to follow. Users create an account, select their preferred organizations, and receive news updates via email or push notifications within the app. ### How do I get news from specific organizations? After creating an account with your email, you can select the organizations you wish to hear from. The app will then deliver news from these chosen sources to you. ### Is FlashAlert Messenger free to use? Yes, the FlashAlert Messenger app is free to use. There are no charges associated with downloading or using the app, and it does not have in-app purchases or advertisements. ### How are news updates delivered? News updates are delivered through two primary methods: via the email address you used to create your account, or through push notifications directly within the FlashAlert Messenger app. ### Why do I need to log in and out annually? Each year, subscribers are asked to log into and out of their account to ensure it remains current and active. This process helps maintain the integrity of the user accounts and the delivery of news. ## Version history (last 3 releases) ### 2.2 — 2024-12-27 -Added support for Dark Mode. - Integrated push notifications powered by Airship. - Fixed minor bugs and improved app performance. ### 2.1 — 2024-10-22 No release notes. ### 2.1 — 2024-10-22 No release notes. ## More apps by irx, LLC - [FlashAlert Messenger](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashalert-messenger/id6741482087) All apps by irx, LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/1790551945 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*