# WatchTower

> WatchTower (iPhone/iPad app by Kenneth Tang.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watchtower/id6744659580 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kenneth Tang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1808764475)
- Category: News
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 49 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-08-11
- Data updated: 2026-09-03
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watchtower/id6744659580/reviews.md

## What is WatchTower?

Stay Alert with WatchTower – Live Safety Updates

WatchTower is your go-to safety app for Toronto. Get real-time alerts from Toronto Police and Fire Service.

From crimes and fires to natural disasters and protests, WatchTower keeps you updated on what’s happening nearby with instant alerts right on your device.

Whether you're at home, commuting, or out exploring the city, you’ll get notified about things like property crimes, collision , robberies, wildfires, and more — as they happen.

Heads up: WatchTower might alert you before police even arrive. It's all about helping you stay aware — use it wisely!

Why You'll Love It:

Instant Alerts: Get live updates on local crimes and emergencies from both the Toronto Police and Fire Service.

Missing Alerts: Help reunite lost pets or missing loved ones with their families.

Download WatchTower now — and feel safer, more aware, and connected to your city.

*** Important: This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Toronto Police Service or Fire Services. Reports submitted through this app are not monitored by emergency services. For immediate assistance, contact 911 or your local authorities directly.


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.0 — 2026-05-29

Saved Locations
Save addresses like Home, Work, or your kids' school to receive safety alerts for those areas — even when you're not nearby. Manage your saved locations anytime from Settings.

Notification Preferences
Choose exactly which alert types you want to be notified about. Customize your notification settings per category directly from the app.

Public Alerts Feed
A dedicated tab now surfaces public safety alerts from official sources in your area, giving you a broader picture of what's happening beyond your immediate location.

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.1.2 — 2025-12-21

New Feature: Public Alerts

Public Alerts allows everyone to help keep their neighbourhood informed.
By sharing live incidents as they happen, you can act as a WatchTower for your community and help others stay aware of what’s going on nearby.

This feature is designed to support safer, more connected neighbourhoods—where timely information helps people look out for one another.

Together, we watch. Together, we protect.

### 1.1.1 — 2025-11-23

Minor bug fix for iOS 26

### 1.1.0 — 2025-08-12

Add Public Alert function for uploading incident to others - become a WatchTower in the city.

### 1.0 — 2025-08-11

No release notes.

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