Personal safety blog
Practical guides on personal safety: panic buttons, walking home at night and how to ask for help discreetly.
2026-11-04 · 6 minHow to tell if someone is reading your WhatsApp (and what to do without putting yourself at risk)
It is usually WhatsApp Web open on another device. How to check in a minute, and why not to log it out straight away if you live with him.
2026-10-17 · 7 minHow to tell if someone has hidden a tracker on you (AirTag, Tile or GPS) and what to do without putting yourself at risk
Signs someone is tracking you with an AirTag or GPS, how to scan with iPhone or Android, where trackers are usually hidden and what to do if you find one.
2026-10-03 · 8 minHow to tell if there is spyware on your phone (and what to do without putting yourself at risk)
Signs someone is monitoring your phone, how to check on Android and iPhone, and why you shouldn’t remove it straight away if you live with whoever did it.
2026-10-02 · 8 minPanic buttons for women facing domestic abuse: official options and what else you can do
Official alarm devices for victims in Europe, what a personal panic button can and can’t do, and how to stay safe if he has access to your phone.
2026-08-31 · 8 minWalking home alone at night: a practical safety guide
Habits that work on a night walk home: plan the route, spot a follower, buy time if it goes wrong, and alert your people without touching your phone.
2026-08-24 · 7 minPanic button or personal safety app? An honest comparison
Safety apps and panic buttons solve different moments. What each does well, where the app breaks down, and when you need each layer.
2026-08-17 · 7 minWhat to do if you think someone is following you: a step-by-step guide
If someone is following you: don't go home, get somewhere busy and call emergency services. How to check discreetly and get help without escalating.
2026-08-11 · 6 minWhat is a personal panic button and how does it work
A personal panic button alerts your contacts with your real-time location at a single press. What it is, how it works, types and limits.
2026-08-10 · 8 minHow to call for help without using your phone: a women's safety guide
When someone is intimidating you face to face, reaching for your phone isn’t an option. Discreet techniques, official resources and panic buttons.