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  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 2, 2013
  • August 11, 2025
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This app alerts law enforcement officers to active school shooting emergencies. It provides mapped locations, officer response status, and a timer, while also notifying 911 call centers. Designed for certified law enforcement and qualified retired officers.

Active school shooting alerts
Mapped incident locations
Officer response tracking
Alert timer
Simultaneous 911 notification
Proximity-based alerts
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What's New in Hero911

3.12.4

August 11, 2025

Updated to support new iOS versions

User reviews

Amazing resource!

Basically there’s nothing else like it! The ability for SchoolGuard app “panic button” and go straight to the cop, on duty, off duty, retired, reserve, if they have the Hero911 app is amazing.

Inferior

There are Breaking News apps that provide significantly better reports of noteworthy incidents almost immediately after. There are times I don’t receive updates until 12 hrs later if at all using this app. It’s fairly useless.

Worthless

This app hasn’t covered a shooting since September and doesn’t give adequate notification.
There was a school shooting 3 hours prior to me writing this, no notification, not is it on their page when you click on the US icon at the bottom.

I am a Fed LEO and a Guard member.
The DoD pays for me to have the Dataminer First Alert app, it’s available to others.
Far better sources with numerous setting options.
I have on occasion received notifications prior to dispatched units arriving on scene.

Everyone understand that timely notifications is paramount in active shooter incidents, Hero911 need to step up its game
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App not working.

I have an IPhone 13 Pro Max with the current IOS updates. Now when I click on Hero911 after having it since it came out it just closes immediately. I went to check because I have not received any messages or update in awhile. I click on the app it goes to the Home Screen and immediately closes.

Today’s new update

Just did the update. Once it completed I tried to open the app and it immediately crashed and disappeared. This now occurs every time I try to open the app. Because I did the update I now can no longer open the app. Please help. The app worked fine prior to the update.

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FAQ

What does Hero911 do?

Hero911 is an application designed to alert law enforcement officers to active school shooting emergencies. It provides crucial information such as the mapped location of the incident, the number of officers who have acknowledged the alert, and a timer from the initial alert. The system also simultaneously contacts the appropriate 911 call center.

Who can use the Hero911 app?

This application is strictly restricted to active law enforcement officers in good standing with a federal, state, or local law enforcement agency. It is also available to qualified retired law enforcement officers as defined by 18 USC § 926C. Users must certify their law enforcement status during signup, and this will be thoroughly vetted before app activation.

Is Hero911 free to use?

Yes, the Hero911 application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements associated with its use. All federal, state, and local law enforcement officers, including certified retirees, are encouraged to download and join the Hero Network™.

How does the app help reduce response time?

The app functions as a Social Protection Network™ dedicated to reducing law enforcement response time to active school shooting incidents. By sending immediate alerts to officers in close proximity, displaying mapped locations, and tracking acknowledged responses, it facilitates a faster and more coordinated emergency response.

What are the system requirements for Hero911?

The description does not specify exact system requirements such as minimum operating system versions or device specifications. However, it does mention that continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life, suggesting it utilizes location services and is compatible with devices that support background GPS functionality.