AirGuard - AirTag protection

Worried about unwanted tracking? AirGuard is your essential anti-tracking app, providing peace of mind by periodically scanning your surroundings for potential tracking devices like AirTags and Find My devices. These small trackers are increasingly used to monitor Android users without their knowledge. AirGuard empowers you to take control. Easily locate nearby AirTags by triggering their sound, and review a history of detected locations. All detection and location data remains securely stored on your device, using Bluetooth scans and local processing.

Developed by the Technical University of Darmstadt, Germany, AirGuard is part of an ongoing research study dedicated to privacy protection and combating tracking. Participation is entirely voluntary, and the app is completely free from ads and in-app purchases, ensuring a pure, privacy-focused experience.

AirGuard – AirTag Protection App Features:

• Anti-tracking Protection: Regularly scans for AirTags and similar tracking devices.
• Device Location & Tracking: Locate AirTags by sound and review a history of detected locations.
• Background Location Access: Utilizes background location access for accurate tracking, keeping all data local.
• Multiple Detection Notifications: Alerts you if a tracker is detected multiple times in different locations, suggesting potential tracking attempts.
• Research Study Participation (Optional): Contribute anonymized data to the Technical University of Darmstadt's privacy research.
• Open-Source & Privacy-Focused: Completely ad-free and committed to user privacy.

Conclusion:

AirGuard provides essential anti-tracking features, ensuring your privacy and security. Its ability to detect, locate, and alert you about potential tracking attempts makes it a valuable tool for anyone concerned about their digital privacy. By participating (optionally) in the research study, you contribute to a larger effort to protect user privacy. Download AirGuard today for a simple, effective, and privacy-respecting solution to tracking threats.