SafeStop

SafeStop

Giving parents peace of mind

445 ratings
48 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 6, 2020
  • February 17, 2026
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Track your child's school bus in real-time on a map and receive alerts for zone arrivals and departures. Streamline communication with the school district and manage access for multiple caregivers. Protects privacy with unique access codes and student IDs.

Real-time map-based bus locator
Customizable alert zones
Push notification alerts
District-to-parent messaging
Caregiver access management
Bus substitution updates
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What's New in SafeStop

2.1.7

February 17, 2026

General updates to improve performance and reliability. Improved language support: the app now uses English by default if your device language is not English or Spanish. Fixed an issue where some users couldn’t finish setting up their account when using very large text or display settings. Updated the app to stay compatible with the latest versions of Android. Added tools that help us better understand how the app is used so we can continue improving the app.

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No good needs more enhancements please update!

I was getting alerts for both my kids Am and Pm decided to edit the alert zone and after editing it told me alerts wont take place till 24 hrs so I waited and I only get alerts for one of my kids. It would be nice if they can add the route number on the bus on the map cant tell which bus route it is cause theres 2 buses.
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No good needs more enhancements please update!

I was getting alerts for both my kids Am and Pm decided to edit the alert zone and after editing it told me alerts wont take place till 24 hrs so I waited and I only get alerts for one of my kids. It would be nice if they can add the route number on the bus on the map cant tell which bus route it is cause theres 2 buses.
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Good in theory

The theory behind the app is great. However, it never seems to work. My account is completely set up yet when I log in it will show the location of the bus sometimes and other times not. Sometimes it shows the location of the bus and then it gets to its first stop and disappears from my map. I never get notifications when it’s in my zone. Basically it’s taking up space on my phone.
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Junk

This seems like a good idea. I don’t understand how the logistics work, but given how advanced everything is now, this doesn’t seem like it would be that hard. It’s my son‘s first week of school and first time on the bus, and I was comforted to know that this was an option. Come to find out that it doesn’t work at all. Absolutely zero information provided after I signed up and filled out everything they asked me to. The contact at the school says they are doing maintenance today… Why on earth would you choose to do maintenance at the beginning of the school year when everything is starting and not in the middle of the summer? I can’t recommend this app at all. Garbage.
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Doesn’t work

“Cannot find student” is all I get from this app. Sent a message to support and no response.

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Reported Bugs

11 issues

Bus disappears halfway through route

Bug

Notifications fail to trigger for zone entries

Bug

Location data shows 2+ hours old information

Bug

App locks users out after a few days of use

Bug

Cannot find student error message

Bug

App stuck on wrong school after switching

Bug

Buses not visible on iPhone app but visible on Android

Bug

15-minute lag in location updates

Bug

App crashes or fails to load

Bug

Settings lost after inactivity

Bug

Alerts trigger at wrong times or locations

Bug

Requested Features

6 requests

Display bus route numbers on map

Feature

Show multiple buses for families with multiple children

Feature

Improve notification accuracy for zone-based alerts

Feature

Add bus number visibility during tracking

Feature

Restore previous version features that worked better

Feature

Implement more reliable alert system

Feature

FAQ

What does SafeStop do?

SafeStop provides real-time tracking of your child's school bus on a map. It allows you to set up custom alert zones and receive notifications when the bus enters or leaves these zones, as well as when it arrives at school or departs. The app also facilitates communication between school districts and parents.

How does SafeStop ensure privacy?

Privacy is protected through a unique access code provided by the school district, which is required to access the app. Additionally, users need to know their student's private ID number to view bus information, ensuring that only authorized individuals can track specific routes.

Can I share bus tracking with other caregivers?

Yes, you can share and manage access with other caregivers. You can invite them to receive alerts and customize their access to specific days, children, and bus routes, ensuring everyone involved is informed.

What happens if there's a bus substitution?

SafeStop automatically updates to reflect any bus substitutions made by the school district. This ensures you always have the most current information regarding your child's bus route, even if changes occur.

Is SafeStop free to use?

Based on the provided information, SafeStop is a free application. There are no mentions of subscription fees, in-app purchases, or advertisements, indicating it is provided at no cost to users.