Free iOS / Android download + pairing guide for Apple Watch / Garmin

Guardely
for Runners

The safety app built for runners who log miles, not worries
Start a Safe Run

In what ways can this app benefit runners?

Why runners need more than a stopwatch and a playlist
81% of female runners
and 43% of male runners report harassment or unwanted contact while running.
One in five
U.S. pedestrian fatalities happens while the victim is out for exercise (FHWA crash data, 2023).
Predawn & post-sunset
miles make up 32% of Strava uploads in fall and winter months — exactly when visibility and situational awareness drop.

Traditional GPS watches track splits; social apps flex mileage. Guardely adds the missing layer: live, U S-only crime & sex-offender proximity alerts that follow every stride, plus night-mode mapping and one-tap check-ins your crew sees in real time.

Built-for-runners feature stack

Explore the top features that enhance the experience for runners
Night-Mode Crime Map
  • Low-glare dark palette, crime pins glow by severity
  • Glance mid-stride without torching night vision
Live Proximity Alerts
  • AI ranks violence, recency, distance every 10 min
  • Heads-up before you enter a sketchy stretch
Auto Check-Ins
  • Mile-marker or time-interval pings to contacts
  • “Made it to the trailhead” without taking out phone
Apple Watch & Garmin Pings
  • Vibration + haptic icon when crime breach happens
  • No phone in hand, no missed alert
Strava-Ready Safety Overlay
  • Export heat-map PNG to drop into ride/run post
  • Share the route & the safety intel in one screenshot
Privacy-First Architecture
  • AES-256 encryption, zero data brokers
  • Your splits stay yours; coordinates never sold

How it works in 3 quick steps

1
Pick a Route
Open night-mode map; drag the time slider (24 h, 7 d, 30 d) to reveal hot spots.
2
Add Your Crew
Choose up to five contacts — friends, coach, partner. They see live trail + danger pushes.
3
Press Start Run
Phone stays in belt pocket; Apple Watch / Garmin handles mile alerts & crime pings.

Night-mode map:
Zero-glare, all signal

  • Glowing pins scaled by severity (red = violent, amber = property, blue = police assist).
  • Offender ring auto-draws at 1 mi radius when a registered sex-offender lists an address on your route.
  • Switchback smart labels tilt with trail contour for trail-runners.

“I run pre-sunrise 10 Ks. The night map lets me scan risk fast, then lock the screen.” — Devon H., 2× Boston Qualifier

Live alerts
that move with your pace

Easy jog (10 min/mi) 500 ft radius

Alert if violent crime < 30 min old

Tempo run (7 min/mi) 800 ft radius

Alert if crime < 45 min old

Bike-path long run ¼ mi radius

Alert for any tier-3 sex-offender domicile

Trail ultra (variable GPS) GPS drift-safe buffer

Alert when you re-enter cell range & new crimes logged

Auto check-ins: Because every mile counts

Time-Based
Send “Still running” ping every 15 min or custom interval.
Distance-Based
Auto push at mile splits (great for speed work).
Finish-Line Burst
Guardely text-blasts crew with total time, distance, and a “Safe & Stretching” tag.

Why wearable integration matters

Crime Alert

Guardely Haptic:
Double-buzz + red icon

What You Feel:
Instant “danger up ahead”

Offender Ring Enter/Exit

Guardely Haptic:
Rising buzz pattern

What You Feel:
Know when you breach safe radius

Mile Check-In Sent

Guardely Haptic:
Single ½-second buzz

What You Feel:
“Ping delivered” confidence

Strava & social — Flex the miles, share the safety

After each recorded run, Guardely offers an overlay export:

  • Static PNG heat-map of your route with crime pins faded by opacity — perfect for Instagram or Strava galleries.
  • Safety Recap Snippet — “0 violent alerts / 1 offender radius breached / 3 mile check-ins sent.”
  • #SafeRun tag plus a referral link that earns you and the clicker a free 30-day credit.

Partnership discussions with Strava’s community team are already under way — early adopters get first-access badges.

Real runners, real peace of mind

Take a look at what our users are saying about us!
Our buyers asked ‘Why’s the price so good?’ The Guardely ZIP report showed theft, not violent crime—deal closed.
María G., Realtor
Needed numbers for a ‘Ridgewood vs. Midtown’ article. Guardely’s CSV saved two days of FOIA emails.
Keisha P., Data Journalist
Printed the PDF for my lender; appraisal sailed through because the comps now had context.
Brian L., First-Time Home Buyer
Our buyers asked ‘Why’s the price so good?’ The Guardely ZIP report showed theft, not violent crime—deal closed.
María G., Realtor
Needed numbers for a ‘Ridgewood vs. Midtown’ article. Guardely’s CSV saved two days of FOIA emails.
Keisha P., Data Journalist
Printed the PDF for my lender; appraisal sailed through because the comps now had context.
Brian L., First-Time Home Buyer

Safety tips baked into every run

Run with (some) light
Headlamp on trails; reflective band on roads.
One earbud rule
Spatial audio or open-ear bone conduction keeps situational awareness.
Alternate routes
Guardely suggests a “B-loop” if violent crime pops on your default path.
Post-run cooldown in lit areas
Most bike-path robberies occur within 5 min of stopping.
Share ETA
Auto check-in + crew alert ≈ 34 % faster response if you need pickup.

Frequently asked questions

The most frequently asked questions and their answers
⁠Will constant GPS drain my watch?
Guardely uses the GPS your phone or watch already relies on for pace and distance rather than spinning up its own nonstop tracker, so battery impact stays close to what you see with normal workout apps.

On devices like Apple Watch and Garmin, it emphasizes short background checks and haptic alerts instead of keeping the screen lit, which helps preserve battery on longer runs.

What if I run overseas?
Guardely’s live crime and sex‑offender proximity alerts are tuned to U.S. public‑safety data, where coverage and refresh rates are strongest.

When you travel or race abroad, you still get core benefits like live sharing with your crew, auto check‑ins, and finish‑line notifications, even if local crime pins are limited or unavailable.

Can I use cellular Apple Watch without a phone?
Yes. With a cellular Apple Watch and the app set up with the right permissions, Guardely can send and receive safety alerts, haptics, and check‑ins while your phone stays at home.

When the watch later reconnects to your phone, your route, alerts, and check‑ins sync so your trusted contacts retain a continuous picture of your run.

⁠Does Guardely work with my existing running apps?
Guardely runs alongside tools like Strava, Garmin Connect, and Apple Fitness, adding a safety layer without changing your pace, segment, or training data.

You keep logging miles in your favorite app while Guardely focuses on risk alerts, auto check‑ins, and crew notifications in the background.

How do auto check‑ins work during a run?
You can choose time‑based or distance‑based auto check‑ins, so your contacts receive periodic “still running” pings without you touching your phone.

A final “finished and safe” update can go out automatically at the end of your run, making it clear you are off the route and cooling down.

What kind of alerts will I feel on my watch?
Guardely uses distinct haptic patterns and simple icons for different events, such as nearby violent crime, entering or exiting an offender radius, or sending a mile check‑in.

This lets you understand what is happening—danger ahead, boundary crossed, or ping delivered—without breaking stride or staring at a bright screen.

Ready to lace up smarter?

Download Guardely, pair your watch, and hit the road with live peace of mind.