# RedAlert - Alerts in Israel — Emergency alerts in Israel

> Real-time emergency and safety alerts for citizens in Israel. (iPhone/iPad app by Elad Nava.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/redalert-alerts-in-israel/id937914925 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Elad Nava](https://appshunter.io/developer/937914924)
- Category: News
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 22 App Store ratings · 16 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 19 MB
- Languages: Russian, American English, Arabic, Hebrew, European Spanish, Italian, German (Germany), Brazilian Portuguese, French (France)
- Released: 2014-11-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/redalert-alerts-in-israel/id937914925/reviews.md

## What is RedAlert?

RedAlert was developed by volunteers to provide real-time emergency alerts for Israeli citizens.

The app relays real-time safety alerts published by the Home Front Command (Pikud Haoref).

Speed & reliability - alerts are received before / during the official siren thanks to dedicated notification servers
Threat types - receive alerts about rocket fire, hostile aircraft intrusion, terrorist infiltration, and more
Alert history - see the list of recent alerts, their location, and time of day (in your local time)
Connectivity test - check, at any time, whether your device is able to receive alerts via the "self-test" option
Sound selection - choose from 15 unique sounds for alerts or choose a custom sound
Silent mode override - the application will override silent / vibrate mode to sound alerts
Area selection - select preferred alert cities / regions by searching for them
Secondary alerts - receive alerts about other areas of interest with a different sound
I'm safe - let your friends and family know you are safe by sending an "I'm safe" message via the app
Localization - the app is available in English & Hebrew

Attention:
1. This application was developed by volunteers and is not owned or operated by the military, country or Home Front Command.
2. The application is not a replacement for the official rocket alert systems, use it only as a supplement. In case of unstable connectivity, the application will not be able to receive rocket alerts.
3. Please adhere to the Home Front Command's official instructions for when a rocket alarm goes off:
http://www.oref.org.il/

The app is open sourced on GitHub:
https://github.com/eladnava/redalert-ios

Special thanks to:
1. Eden Galant for Siren 1 and Siren 2 in sound selection
2. The developers of the Tzofar app for the map polygon data

Visit our website:
https://redalert.me

## Key features

- Real-time emergency alerts
- Customizable alert sounds
- Select preferred alert regions
- Alert history log
- Connectivity self-test
- "I'm safe" notification feature

## Recent user reviews (10 of 16)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/redalert-alerts-in-israel/id937914925/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Getting Suggestive adds from TEMU

*2025-07-08*

Red Alert is one of the apps to notify me of rocket attacks. This evening (July 9 2025) when I tapped on alert up popped a suggestive add from TEMU. This totally unacceptable.

### 5/5 — Partage angoisse avec sa famille

*2025-06-20*

Rester en contact sous les agressions

### 1/5 — Has some bugs

*2025-06-13*

Whenever there is a pre-missile alert, I keep receiving it numerous times at least 20 minutes after the actual siren. Additionally, I did not receive alerts for sirens today, even though there were sirens.

### 5/5 — Top

*2024-12-22*

Everything works as should

### 5/5 — Unfortunately needed

*2024-10-14*

Wish we didn’t need such apps. Brilliant execution of the task in hand. Thank you to the developers. Well done.

### 5/5 — Top

*2024-10-01*

Sa ma déjà sover la vie

### 3/5 — No alert sounds

*2024-08-05*

I configured the settings to get alarms for Tel
Aviv, and my phone volume is on high.
The last thing time this happened to me, I deleted the app, and now I'm trying it again and it doesn't make any alerts.
Piece of garbage!

### 5/5 — Life saving

*2023-11-06*

Life saving

### 1/5 — Not providing alerts

*2021-11-03*

I send a test alert and it notifies me. When real alerts happen….nothing. I find out from Instagram. Useless.

### 5/5 — Love it

*2021-05-16*

I live in USA and my sister in Israel.Keep me update with WAR issues

## Frequently asked questions about RedAlert

### What types of alerts does RedAlert provide?

RedAlert provides real-time alerts for rocket fire, hostile aircraft intrusion, terrorist infiltration, and other potential threats as published by the Home Front Command.

### Can I customize the alert sounds on RedAlert?

Yes, RedAlert offers 15 unique alert sounds and allows users to select a custom sound. It also overrides silent or vibrate modes to ensure alerts are heard.

### Does RedAlert have ads?

No, RedAlert does not contain advertisements. It is a free application developed by volunteers.

### How does RedAlert compare to official alert systems?

RedAlert is designed to supplement official rocket alert systems. It aims to provide alerts before or during official sirens due to dedicated notification servers, but it is not a replacement.

### Can I check if my device can receive alerts with RedAlert?

Yes, RedAlert includes a 'self-test' option that allows you to check at any time whether your device is able to receive alerts.

### What languages is RedAlert available in?

RedAlert is localized and available in both English and Hebrew, catering to a wider range of users.

### How often is RedAlert updated?

The app was last updated on March 16, 2026, with version 1.0.25. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing development.

### Is RedAlert suitable for children?

RedAlert has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users. However, the nature of the alerts should be considered by parents.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.29 — 2026-06-19

Minor bug fixes

### 1.0.28 — 2026-04-30

UI improvements
Add support for Russian, Arabic, Spanish, Italian, German, French

### 1.0.27 — 2026-04-27

New UI
Live Map view
Dismiss alerts
Toggle on/off for early warnings & leave shelter alerts
Sound selection for early warnings & leave shelter alerts

### 1.0.26 — 2026-04-16

Bug fixes

### 1.0.25 — 2026-03-16

Bug fixes

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