NFSI AlertNet™

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NFSI AlertNet™ will be a free mobile app, currently in development, that instantly warns individuals and communities of nearby firearm breaches, acting as a real-time early-warning network for gun-related threats. Developed by the National Firearm Safety Initiative (NFSI) in co-sponsorship with Sound Sentinel Corporation (SSC), NFSI AlertNet links directly with (SSC) Arms Recovery Unit Device (ARUD) to broadcast verified firearm breach advisories specific to each community.

If an ARUD-equipped firearm safe or case is tampered with or accessed without authorization, an immediate alert is sent not only to the firearm’s owner, but to everyone within the vicinity withh access to NFSI AlertNet. Thus allowing the general public, schools, educators, and community safe zones to take real-time precautions as events unfold, much like a localized Amber Alert for firearm threats.

To accelerate public adoption and community readiness, the first 25,000 free downloads of NFSI AlertNet will be offered, to the individuals and or organizations that have already requested the app by completing the NFSI AlertNet™ early access form. This early release initiative is part of NFSI’s mission to make cutting-edge safety technology accessible to the people who need it most, families, schools, and front-line community leaders.

More details on enrollment, rollout timelines, and eligibility will be announced soon.
Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay safe with NFSI AlertNet™.

 

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How It Works

NFSI AlertNet™ is powered by SSC-ARUD, a compact, tamper-aware device that monitors firearm storage and detects unauthorized access, movement, or handling. The moment a breach occurs, ARUD captures critical data including GPS, and visual evidence such as static images, including video & audio and instantly alerts the firearm owner via the ARUD App. That same verified alert is simultaneously triggers the NFSI AlertNet system, where it’s transformed into an active NFSI Alert Advisory.

NFSI AlertNet immediately sends a localized warning to app users within a 20-kilometre radius, delivering critical details such as the approximate location, time of breach, and a captured image of the person of interest. The alert includes clear safety instructions to help users make informed decisions, such as avoiding the area, securing buildings, or contacting authorities.

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Smartphone screen showing an alert from NFSI AlertNet about a firearm breach advisory, with a photo of a man holding a gun and warning labels.

Safeguarding Schools, Families, and Communities

NFSI AlertNet is being designed with educators, parents, and community leaders in mind. In the event of a nearby firearm breach, whether it’s a stolen weapon or a gun accessed by an unauthorized person, school administrators, local organizations, and or individual users, will have the power to respond immediately. That means locking doors sooner, protecting students, canceling public events, and keeping vulnerable spaces secure.

It also empowers the public. Parents can rest easier knowing they’ll be notified if a gun-related incident is unfolding near their child’s school or home. Community centers and businesses gain precious time to take protective measures. And citizens are equipped with tools to help authorities by providing sightings or simply staying out of harm’s way.

A Smarter Path to Public Safety

NFSI AlertNet isn’t just an app it’s part of a nationwide safety network in the making. It represents a new model for firearm security that values awareness, responsibility, and proactive protection. By linking communities with verified breach data from ARUD devices, NFSI AlertNet transforms a potential threat into a coordinated, informed response.

Still in development, NFSI AlertNet is expected to launch in early test communities soon. Early public enrollment is now open through the NFSI AlertNet Application form, offering schools, community partners, and individuals across the country the opportunity to actively participate in building a smarter, more connected safety system. By joining early, participants can help shape the foundation of this innovative network, gain access to valuable tools and resources, and collaborate with others dedicated to improving community safety and emergency response. This initiative marks an important step toward creating a nationwide system that enhances communication, coordination, and preparedness for all.

NFSI AlertNet - Because seconds save lives, and silence is no longer an option.

Key Features and Benefits

  • Instant, Location-Specific Alerts: Alerts are delivered in milliseconds to users in the affected zone, offering real-time situational awareness when every second counts.

  • Amber-Style Notifications: The app pushes high-visibility alerts similar to an Amber Alert, designed to prompt swift community attention and safety action.

  • Seamless ARUD Integration: Alerts originate directly from verified ARUD device breaches, ensuring credible, data-backed warnings.

  • Privacy-First Design: No personal or household data is shared, only anonymized breach information with area-based context.

  • Safety Guidance Included: Each alert provides actionable safety steps to reduce panic and empower smarter community response.

  • Enhanced Theft Recovery: When firearms are stolen, AlertNet helps recover them faster by engaging both law enforcement and nearby citizens.

  • School and Community Protection: Participating schools, daycares, and community centers can receive advance warnings and initiate lockdowns or other safety protocols without delay.

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