# Tzofar - Red Alert — Real-time sirens in Israel

> Real-time threat and siren alerts for Israel, connected to official servers. (iPhone/iPad app by Hoshen Kadosh.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tzofar-red-alert/id1480129320 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hoshen Kadosh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1480129319)
- Category: News
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 121 App Store ratings · 42 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 28 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Hebrew, Russian, European Spanish
- Released: 2019-10-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tzofar-red-alert/id1480129320/reviews.md

## What is Tzofar?

'Tzofar' is an app that provides alerts about sirens in Israel.

By using the app you can receive alerts based on city selection, entire areas, current location, and relevant threats.

Tzofar provides alerts on all HFC's threats such as Red Alerts (Rockets and missiles fire), Earthquake, Hostile aircraft intrusion, and more.
There are other options such as selecting alert sound, bypassing silent mode, alerts history, a map showing the areas where an alert was activated, and more.

The system is connected to the Home Front Command servers, and the information comes in real-time.
The app is not official and should not be relied on. always follow the Home front command instructions.

The system was built by Hoshen Kadosh and Itai Guli

## Key features

- Real-time siren alerts
- City and area selection
- Current location alerts
- Multiple threat types
- Customizable alert sounds
- Alerts history
- Map of activated zones

## Recent user reviews (10 of 42)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tzofar-red-alert/id1480129320/reviews.md

### 5/5 — اقتراح ميزة جديدة

*2026-04-12, version 1.6.0*

أضف ميزة لأعرف من الذي أطلق صواريخ على…لا أريد ان اسميها

### 5/5 — Bluetooth ❌❌❌

*2026-03-27, version 1.6.0*

When is connected to the Bluetooth in the car and you coming out from car with the phone and doors and windows are close you not hear the alerts on phone

### 1/5 — Могу подавать в суд на вас?

*2026-03-26*

Ничего не менял в настройках, но при обновлении прошивки на 26.4 уведомления просто перестали приходить! И даже срочные! Во время войны не нужно ли тестировать свое приложение!?!?!

### 5/5 — Extremely useful for parents with kids

*2026-03-16, version 1.6.0*

The app from פיקוד העורף doesn’t allow very much customization of the type of alert it plays. My 8 month old was constantly getting jump scared multiple times a day and it was really taking a toll. 

A friend of mine told me about this app and I now use it for the “noise alert” with the home front command app on silent mode. 

Well done to the app developers! 

A grateful parent.

### 3/5 — Judea & Samaria town names missing

*2026-03-12*

Excellent app. One concern: the names of all Jewish towns in Judaea and Samaria are missing from the map. Only names of Arab towns are shown. When there is an alert for a Jewish town, the alert bubble is shown on a nameless town. Not sure why the app set up the map this way, but it needs to be fixed!

### 3/5 — Internet Connec Error

*2025-08-03, version 1.6.0*

Keep getting an internet connection error whenever I try to reload the page or select areas for alerts. Please resolve this ASAP. Much appreciated.

### 5/5 — Yay for color coded alerts!!

*2025-07-17, version 1.6.0*

We’ve been using your app for years, but this newest update to color code the alerts so it’s visually very clear what’s going on is BRILLIANT. If only pikud haoref would follow your lead. Thanks so much for this amazing public service.

### 5/5 — Even though I am in the States…..

*2025-06-22, version 1.5.3*

Even thought I don’t have to worry about such attacks it gives me a feeling of what no people should have to endure

### 5/5 — התוכנה קלה בשימוש

*2025-06-14*

קלה, ברורה,  כמה שפות, מדויקת. תודה !! באייפון זה עובד מצויין

### 5/5 — Please Add Unique Early Warning Announcement

*2025-05-18, version 1.5.2*

This app is great. I especially appreciate the ability to choose from different sounds for alerts. It would greatly enhance the app if there would be a uniquely identifiable alert for early warnings (I.e. for HFC Update) For example, it would be great if the list of alert sounds options included a voice repeating “התראה מוקדמת” or “עדכון מפיקוד העורף.”

There could be a long option and a short option like you currently have for the “red alert” sound. I currently have the app said to play the voice that repeats “red alert” when there is an HFC Update. I know what that means on my phone , but I am concerned that if I am in a public area, someone might overhear it and misunderstand. Having a more self explanatory alert would be helpful.

## Frequently asked questions about Tzofar

### What does Tzofar - Red Alert do?

This app provides real-time alerts for various threats in Israel, such as rocket and missile fire, earthquakes, and hostile aircraft intrusions. Users can select specific cities, areas, or use their current location to receive relevant notifications.

### What types of threats does the app alert for?

The app alerts for multiple Home Front Command threats, including Red Alerts for rockets and missiles, earthquakes, and hostile aircraft intrusions. It aims to keep users informed about immediate dangers.

### Is this app official or should I rely on it for safety?

The app is not official and users should not rely on it solely for safety. It is important to always follow the instructions and official alerts from the Home Front Command.

### Can I customize the alerts?

Yes, you can customize alerts by selecting specific cities or entire areas, and also by using your current location. Additionally, you can choose alert sounds and bypass silent mode for important notifications.

### How does the app get its information?

The system is connected to the Home Front Command servers, ensuring that the information provided is in real-time. This connection allows for timely delivery of threat alerts.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.0 — 2025-07-15

• Full support for Home Front Command updates and instructions
• Option to choose sounds for end-of-incident updates and other instructions
• Design improvements for the flash and instructions display

### 1.5.3 — 2025-06-04

- Areas of interest now appear at the top of the alert history for easier identification.

### 1.5.2 — 2025-05-06

Early warning bug fixes

### 1.5.1 — 2025-04-25

Added an option to choose whether to play the HFC flash update sound for secondary areas or not.
Added Home Front Command flash updates for early warnings

### 1.5.0 — 2025-04-21

added Home Front Command flash updates for early warnings

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