# Some safety phone apps for outdoor activity

**URL:** <https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/some-safety-phone-apps-for-outdoor-activity/9705>\
**Category:** Tips, Tech & Gear\
**Created:** [April 28, 2020, 5:31pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/some-safety-phone-apps-for-outdoor-activity/9705 "2020-04-28T17:31:56Z")\
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**Post date:** [April 28, 2020, 5:31pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/some-safety-phone-apps-for-outdoor-activity/9705/1 "2020-04-28T17:31:56Z")

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Hi everyone.  
With people possibly doing more outside activities like walking or hiking or running, but doing to it alone, I wanted to pass along a few apps that can be used for safety. These apps let you send a notification to an emergency contact, and some let a safety contact track your location if you want.

I know there are a bunch of these apps, these are the ones that are mostly for running. But they can be used for pretty much anything you are doing outside. I am sure there are a lot more, please share any that you are familiar with.

## RoadID

 ![image](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/uploads/fudiabetes/original/2X/0/06b49bb9a44a6559211f22461ecbc8470e1e9bcc.jpeg)  

> **[‎ROAD iD](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/road-id/id569352341)**
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> ‎The ROAD iD app is perfect for runners, cyclists, kids, hikers, walkers, skiers and basically anyone not glued to the couch. Get it and you’ll have safety and peace of mind in the palm of your hands. 
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> Send an eCrumb (electronic breadcrumb) 
> \- Allow...

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## RunBuddy

> **[GPS-Based Personal Alarm System App for the Endurance Sport Community](https://getrunbuddy.app/)**
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> RunBuddy is a personal alarm system built specifically for the endurance sport community. The app is available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

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## Strava

(lets you notify an emergency contact for activities)

> **[‎Strava: Run, Ride, Swim](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/strava-run-ride-swim/id426826309)**
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> ‎Track your fitness activity with Strava. Record your run, map a cycling route & analyse your training with all the stats – for free!
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> Whether you're training for a marathon or simply love taking your bike out for a ride, turn your smartphone or...