# Stealward — AI Anti-theft for Mac & iPad > Anti-theft security for unattended Apple devices using a paired iPhone. (iPhone/iPad app by 正浩 何.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stealward/id6547866977 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [正浩 何](https://appshunter.io/developer/1655476297) - Category: Utilities, Lifestyle - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 26.0 · 18 MB - Languages: American English, French (France), Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan) - Released: 2026-07-24 - Data updated: 2026-08-30 - Monetization: subscription - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stealward/id6547866977/reviews.md ## What is Stealward? Stealward turns a MacBook or iPad into an AI anti-theft guard for the devices and belongings you leave behind. It uses the camera to understand what changes and alerts the iPhone you carry in real time. Arm protection before you step away in a café, library, coworking space, or airport lounge. AI Watchdog watches what you leave in view, while encrypted live video lets you check the scene from your iPhone. Stealward also detects movement, power disconnection, and loss of connection. HOW IT WORKS 1. Point the camera at the devices and belongings you want to protect, then start protection on your MacBook or iPad. 2. Let AI Watchdog watch the scene. It checks still frames during the live session, understands meaningful changes, and alerts your iPhone. 3. Check what is happening. Open the end-to-end encrypted live view from your iPhone, then review the recording when you need the full timeline. 4. Get essential security alerts. Movement, charger disconnection, low battery, or an offline device can trigger an immediate notification and a loud local alarm. LIVE VIDEO, RECORDINGS, AND AI Live encrypted video. See and hear what the protected device sees from your iPhone. Encrypted recordings. Session video and audio are encrypted on the protected device before upload, so only your own devices can decrypt them. AI Watchdog. With your permission, AI Watchdog checks still frames during a live session, watches the devices and belongings in view, and explains what changed in plain language. A clear event timeline. Review movement, connection, power, and AI events in one place. CORE ANTI-THEFT PROTECTION Movement alerts. Know when a supported Mac or an iPad is picked up or moved. Power alerts. Get notified when the charger is disconnected or the battery runs low. Offline alerts. If the protected device stops checking in, your iPhone lets you know within seconds. A loud local alarm. Draw attention to interference and help deter someone from taking the device. PRIVACY BY DESIGN Your recorded video and audio are end-to-end encrypted before upload. Only your devices hold the keys needed to decrypt them. During a live session, AI Watchdog analyzes still frames to spot potential threats. After analysis, those frames are encrypted at rest so only your devices can open them afterward. No email or password is required. Stealward creates an anonymous account protected by keys that remain on your devices. You can delete your account and its data from inside the app. GOOD TO KNOW Stealward is designed around two devices: the MacBook or iPad you leave behind and the iPhone you carry. There is no extra hardware to buy. Some featured capabilities require an in-app purchase, including AI Watchdog, live video, and recordings. Download the Mac app from stealward.app. Requires iOS 26, iPadOS 26, or macOS 26 or later. Questions? Visit stealward.app/support or email support@stealward.app. Privacy Policy: https://stealward.app/legal/privacy Terms of Service: https://stealward.app/legal/terms ## Key features - Real-time motion and tampering alerts - Live end-to-end encrypted video view - AI-powered event descriptions - Full-volume alarm on tampering - Visible deterrent monitoring cover - End-to-end encrypted session recordings - Anonymous account creation ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Pro | $39.99 | per year | | Lite | $29.99 | per year | | Pro | $5.99 | per month | | Lite | $3.99 | per month | ## Frequently asked questions about Stealward ### What devices does Stealward work with? Stealward requires two devices: a Mac or iPad to stand guard and an iPhone to carry. The Mac app is a free download, and the app is compatible with iOS 26, iPadOS 26, or macOS 26 and later. ### How does Stealward alert me to issues? When tampering or movement is detected, Stealward sounds a full-volume alarm on the guarded device and sends an immediate alert to your iPhone. You can then access a live, end-to-end encrypted view. ### Is my data secure with Stealward? Yes, all video, audio, and photos are end-to-end encrypted, with keys stored only on your devices. Stealward creates an anonymous account secured by these keys, and you can delete your account and data at any time. ### What are the subscription options for Stealward? Stealward offers both monthly and yearly subscription plans. The monthly options are Lite at $3.99 and Pro at $5.99. Yearly plans are available for $29.99 (Lite) and $39.99 (Pro). ### Does Stealward have ads? No, Stealward does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with subscription plans for advanced features. ### How often is Stealward updated? The latest version of Stealward is 1.0.1, and it was last updated on July 28, 2026. This indicates regular updates to improve functionality and security. ### What makes Stealward's AI special? The AI in Stealward identifies your belongings, continuously checks on them, and describes changes in plain language, such as 'Your backpack is missing,' which is more informative than a generic motion alert. ### Can I review past events with Stealward? Yes, every session is recorded end-to-end. You can scrub back to the exact moment an event occurred, watch what happened, and export the evidence if needed. ## Version history (last 4 releases) ### 1.0.3 — 2026-08-13 This update improves reliability when streaming video, and includes a number of smaller fixes. ### 1.0.2 — 2026-08-07 Stealward is now available in Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Spanish, and French. ### 1.0.1 — 2026-07-28 Fixed some UI layout issues in this version. ### 1.0.0 — 2026-07-24 No release notes. ## More apps by 正浩 何 - [Numpkin - 多人旅行 AA 记账](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/numpkin-aa/id6444591815) All apps by 正浩 何: https://appshunter.io/developer/1655476297 --- *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 2026-08-30.*