Create pickpocket alerts to help others avoid getting pickpocketed.
How can I create an alert?
Navigate on the”Create Alert” page and fill in the necessary information.
Do you track our data?
We do not track any location data, we use your location only after you’ve accepted to do so, and specifically opted to use your location when creating an alert.
We track your device installation ID data which is the least intrusive and identifiable data we need to offer our services. It is used to keep track of your notification preferences (if you’ve said yes or no to them, so we can send you notifications or not).
We track your userCity choice. It is used so that we only send you alerts in your specified city and when you create an alert, we correctly send it to users in your city.
We do not track your name, username, email, address or any other type of data. We do not attach your location to your device installation ID, so even if we use your device installation ID for your notification preferences we do not use it with the location preferences.
What is the purpose of the map?
To view any of the latest alerts on the map, or to view all the metro lines and station details.
When should I use my location when sending an alert?
When you are near the pickpockets, you can use your location so we can know exactly where the pickpockets are. If you are not close to the pickpockets, use the correct Station or Area name and we will approximate their location.
Getting Started
Install the App.
You will land on the “View Alerts” page. Here you can see all of the pickpocket alerts for the selected City.
You can change the selected City with the “My city” button.
You will then be able to navigate to multiple pages:
Map: View the latest hour alerts on the map. View all stations and train lines as well as detailed information.
Create Alert: Create an alert.
Safety: Read up on all the community safety advice.
Troubleshooting
If you have any issues, restart the App, check your location & notification permissions.
If you have any further issues please get in touch at pickpocketalert@gmail.com
User Account and Management
You do not have to create an account, and at the moment there is no account functionality. Alerts are anonymous.