AirTags are not the only devices that can be used to track you! Samsung SmartTags and Tile trackers have similar functionalities. These trackers allow

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2023-05-30 08:30:05

AirTags are not the only devices that can be used to track you! Samsung SmartTags and Tile trackers have similar functionalities. These trackers allow to track your location without your knowledge, just by placing one of them in your bag, pocket or on your car. The protection on iOS against these trackers is very limited.

With AirGuard you get the anti-tracking protection you deserve! The app periodically scans your surroundings for potential tracking devices. The app detects Bluetooth based trackers, like the Samsung SmartTag. If a devices follows you, you will get a notification in about an hour!

We are part of the Technical University of Darmstadt in Germany. This project is part of a scientific research from the Secure Mobile Networking Lab. Our goal is to protect privacy and to find out how many people are opposed to tracking. In this app you can voluntarily participate in a research study that will share anonymized data with us.

AirGuard uses Bluetooth scans of your iPhone to find trackers nearby. Every tracker that is found will be saved locally on your device. Whenever a tracker gets detected multiple times the app will recognize this. It compares the locations where the tracker has been detected. If a tracker is detected at least 3 times and the locations have changed (to make sure its not your neighbour) the app sends you a notification.