# Shepherd Shield > Mobile app for real-time threat assessment and safety alerts. (iPhone/iPad app by Security Services Northwest, Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shepherd-shield/id1230505120 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Security Services Northwest, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1230505119) - Category: Reference - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 3.30/5 from 23 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 16 · 108 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2017-08-21 - Data updated: 2026-07-07 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shepherd-shield/id1230505120/reviews.md ## What is Shepherd Shield? When seconds count, count on Shepherd Shield. Shepherd Shield is a mobile app for use on iPhone. When a subscriber is in an area, familiar or not, the Shepherd Shield alert system provides a real-time threat assessment based on a color-coded alert index: green, yellow, orange and red, the highest. Shepherd Shield alerts are issued when a subscriber comes in close proximity of a threat area, as determined by information obtained from law enforcement, emergency services, news reports and predetermined threat areas. The app’s debut in 2017 is in Washington State. Eventually, expansion is planned to the other 49 states, throughout North America and in other countries. Shepherd Shield users have a customized choice of categories, including high crime areas, active shooter alerts, terrorist threats, weather emergencies, and the addresses of registered sex offenders. Data can be viewed individually, as lists, and by using a map feature. Enable/disable the functions as you choose. There is also a “report” function so a subscriber may contribute information. In the worst-case emergency, such as an active shooter alert, the app would issue an alert warning. A user can pre-set their “Top 5 Safety Spots” such as a school, office building, etc., and should an alert happen at one of those spots, the user’s Shepherd Shield app would automatically send notice. The app includes a “Call 911” button and an “SOS” button which calls the 24/7 Shepherd Shield dispatch center (located in the USA). A user needs to have a cellular connection to make such a call. The app has been developed for Security Services Northwest, Inc., a multi-dimensional security company headquartered on Washington State’s Olympic Peninsula. “It’s about personal security,” says Joe D’Amico, SSNW President and owner since 1986, who started his career with a German Shepherd security patrol dog. As the father of five children, D’Amico started Shepherd Shield with the idea of protecting campus safety. “Shepherd Shield is your own German shepherd, your personal protector, in your pocket.” ============================Disclaimer============================ * The purpose of this application is to provide the user with alerts based on the security threats around them. This app is not intended be used as a primary security response application in the event of a threat. * This application makes use of the user location. This may, in turn, affect the battery performance of the user device. The user can turn off the Follow Me option if they want to turn off their location services. ## Key features - Real-time threat assessment - Color-coded alert index - Customizable alert categories - Map-based data view - Pre-set safety spot notifications - SOS and Call 911 buttons ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | One Month Subscription | $5.00 | one-time | | One Year Subscription | $29.95 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 12) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shepherd-shield/id1230505120/reviews.md ### 1/5 — App doesn’t work anymore *2020-07-12* I’m convinced that this app is no longer supported even though I paid for premium. There was a shooting around the corner and I received NO alerts on this app. Won’t be renewing ever again, the neighborhood phone tree is more reliable than this app. What a disappointment. ### 1/5 — Cheesy Capitalization off of People’s Fears *2018-09-23* Leave it to unfettered capitalism to come up with new ways profit off of people’s fears. You all should be ashamed of yourselves. ### 2/5 — Why isn’t there a free version? *2018-08-24* Worked great until it started asking me to upgrade. **Developer response:** Hello, After reviewing your rating of the Shepherd Shield mobile app we have made some adjustments to improve the quality and enjoyment for our users. Please review the app again and forward any feedback to info@ssnwhq.com. Thank you! Respectfully, Team Shepherd Shield ### 1/5 — Horrible *2018-08-02* There are no instructions, it won’t accept locations to save. All you get are error messages. This app is useless. **I’ve had this app for a month. It cost 99cents to give it a try. WASTE of a buck. It says it’s supposed to work in my town and I get “suspicious car” alerts for Iowa. WTH?? Don’t waste your money. **Developer response:** Hello, After reviewing your rating of the Shepherd Shield Mobile App we have made some adjustments to improve the quality and enjoyment for our users. Please take the time to review the app again and forward any feedback to info@ssnwhq.com. Thank you! Respectfully, Team Shepherd Shield ### 2/5 — Well it was helpful *2018-07-19* However, the price to be able too see anything after the free subscription is silly. I get alerts, but can't see them. I understand not all functions would be available with a free version, but none at all? Sorry, had to delete. Bummer, because I liked this app. **Developer response:** Hello, After reviewing your rating of the Shepherd Shield Mobile App we have made some adjustments to improve the quality and enjoyment for our users. Please take the time to review the app again and forward any feedback to info@ssnwhq.com. Thank you! Respectfully, Team Shepherd Shield ### 4/5 — Great concept, still some problems. *2018-06-20* This app has worked great for several months. I get regular alerts (but currently only supports Washington state, I believe). More recently I have been getting an upgrade request that never seems to go away when I launch the app, but I still get the alerts which is the most important to me. I don’t see using the app in an emergency situation, since I can call 911 much quicker on my phone. However if using this fledgling app supports further development I think it is worth while. **Developer response:** Hello, After reviewing your rating of the Shepherd Shield Mobile App we have made some adjustments to improve the quality and enjoyment for our users. Please take the time to review the app again and forward any feedback to info@ssnwhq.com. Thank you! Respectfully, Team Shepherd Shield ### 2/5 — Worked for two days *2018-06-15* The app worked fine for two days. Now Every time I get an alert and try to open the alert I get a message that says my subscription has run out and I need to update. When I click on update it takes me to the install page. If I click on anything it just acts like it’s refreshing and nothing happens. Alerts are pretty much useless if you can’t get details. ### 5/5 — So thankful *2018-06-14* I am so thankful for this app. On 6/14/18 I got an alert of a bomb threat in Bremerton, WA, although this was such a scary alert to receive I was happy to at least be alerted. I am thankful to receive alerts doesn’t matter how small, it’s a way to be alerted... now in days you just don’t know. I recommend the app! **Developer response:** Hello, Thank you for your positive review! If any future questions/comments may arise, please feel free to forward them to info@ssnwhq.com. Respectfully, Team Shepherd Shield ### 1/5 — Didn't have any data for my small city *2018-04-03* Maybe this works in big cities but in my city it showed no crime info at all, and the only resources listed were a handful of businesses in northern WA. Zooming in on the heat map just makes the blobs smaller, and nothing crime related ever shows up on the map. Given the lack of historic crime data, I wouldn't rely on this for alerts. P. S. I know the app description says as of 2017 it only worked in WA state. I'm not in WA but it's 2018 now and the app itself didn't say whether or not it would work in my area. If it doesn't, it should show a message stating that explicitly. **Developer response:** Hello Sashazur, thank you for your review. Please call us at 877-220-8129 with any questions you may have about the Shepherd Shield App. One of our team members would like to walk through the app with you to explain how it works and what it can do for you. We look forward to hearing from you. ### 5/5 — User friendly *2018-02-15* This app is amazing! I get alerts before the news channels. Very user friendly as well! Highly recommend Shepherd Shield! ## Frequently asked questions about Shepherd Shield ### What is Shepherd Shield? Shepherd Shield is a mobile application designed to provide users with real-time threat assessments based on their location. It uses a color-coded alert system to inform users about potential dangers in their vicinity. ### What types of alerts does Shepherd Shield offer? Shepherd Shield offers customizable alerts for categories such as high crime areas, active shooter threats, terrorist threats, weather emergencies, and registered sex offender locations. ### Can Shepherd Shield notify me about threats at specific locations? Yes, you can pre-set up to five 'Top 5 Safety Spots' like schools or offices. Shepherd Shield will automatically send you a notice if an alert occurs at any of these locations. ### Does Shepherd Shield have an emergency contact feature? Yes, Shepherd Shield includes a 'Call 911' button and an 'SOS' button that connects to the 24/7 Shepherd Shield dispatch center. A cellular connection is required for these calls. ### What is the current rating for Shepherd Shield? Shepherd Shield has a rating of 3.3 stars based on 23 ratings. ### Is Shepherd Shield available on Android devices? Shepherd Shield is currently developed for use on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. ### How often is Shepherd Shield updated? The latest version of Shepherd Shield is 5.1, and it was last updated on January 21, 2026. ### Does Shepherd Shield use a lot of battery? Shepherd Shield uses location services, which may affect battery performance. Users can disable the 'Follow Me' option to turn off location services if battery life is a concern. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 5.1 — 2026-01-21 New features are rolling out to help you stay alert and connected. • Real-time Safety Alerts on Interactive Map View live safety alerts around you on an interactive map with clear severity indicators—Critical, Medium, Low, and Safe. • Find Friends & Shepherd Shield Users Worldwide Easily locate your friends and other Shepherd Shield users across regions and countries in real time. • Rally Points for Emergencies Create and manage Rally Points to assemble during emergencies. Track active and inactive rally locations with ease. • Chat, Voice & Call Connectivity Stay connected with friends and packs through secure chat, voice messages, and calls—right when it matters most. • Saved Alerts for Quick Access Save important alerts and revisit them anytime. Filter alerts by severity to focus on what matters to you. • Location-Based Safety Alerts Save and monitor locations you care about—home, school, workplace, or travel destinations—and receive relevant safety alerts for those areas in real time. • Improved Navigation & User Experience Refined UI, smoother navigation, and enhanced performance across Home, Map, Alerts, Friends, and Packs. ### 5.0 — 2026-01-18 New features are rolling out to help you stay alert and connected. • Real-time Safety Alerts on Interactive Map View live safety alerts around you on an interactive map with clear severity indicators—Critical, Medium, Low, and Safe. • Find Friends & Shepherd Shield Users Worldwide Easily locate your friends and other Shepherd Shield users across regions and countries in real time. • Rally Points for Emergencies Create and manage Rally Points to assemble during emergencies. Track active and inactive rally locations with ease. • Chat, Voice & Call Connectivity Stay connected with friends and packs through secure chat, voice messages, and calls—right when it matters most. • Saved Alerts for Quick Access Save important alerts and revisit them anytime. Filter alerts by severity to focus on what matters to you. • Location-Based Safety Alerts Save and monitor locations you care about—home, school, workplace, or travel destinations—and receive relevant safety alerts for those areas in real time. • Improved Navigation & User Experience Refined UI, smoother navigation, and enhanced performance across Home, Map, Alerts, Friends, and Packs. ### 4.1 — 2025-04-04 Bug fixes. ### 4.0 — 2025-04-03 More incoming alert data to keep you informed about nearby threats and incidents. Bug fixes and performance improvements for a smoother, reliable app. ### 3.9 — 2024-05-31 Minor bug fixes and UI improvements ## Related topics [shepherd shield](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/shepherd-shield) --- *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 2026-07-07.*