SOS Alarm - Emergency alert & help

The 112 app provides security for all residents and visitors in Sweden.

SOS Alarm is a Swedish app for people to receive emergency alerts from the police and other authorities in Sweden. The app can also send you alerts for other important events such as fires and accidents.

In addition, you can receive information about your position in the event of a crisis.

Key features of the 112 app include:

- Receive information in case of accidents or fires nearby

- Access Important Notice to the Public (VMA) and other crisis-related information

- Learn about safety and security through tips, instructional videos, and more

- Discover essential social contact numbers

- Easily call 112 with your location sent to SOS Alarm for quicker assistance deployment.

Swedish emergency info and 112 calls with real-time updates for safety

Real-Time Updates: The SOS Alarm app provides users with immediate information about emergencies such as accidents, fires, and other critical incidents in their area.

VMA Notifications: Users receive Important Public Announcements (VMA) regarding serious situations like gas leaks or large fires, with instructions tailored to their location.

Crisis Management Resources: The app offers educational content, including crisis management tips and instructional videos, enhancing user preparedness.

Emergency Call Feature: The app includes a 112 emergency call option that automatically shares the user's location with emergency services for quicker response times.

User Registration: To maximize functionality, users must register their phone number, enable location services, and allow push notifications.

Safety Information: The app aggregates important national contact numbers and provides preventive safety tips, such as CPR instructions.

Essential for Residents and Visitors: Designed to enhance security and facilitate prompt action in emergencies, making it crucial for anyone in Sweden.

How do I register?

First, you need to download the app.

After that, you need to register your phone number.

To do this, you need to log in with your email address.

Then you need to select your home country.

The last step is to choose the notification type you want to receive.

To utilize the full functionality of the 112 app and enjoy all its features, it is crucial to register your phone number, enable location services, and allow push notifications.

For receiving localized event information, the app requires background location data collection even when not actively being used.