AI-powered personal safety application for real-time protection and peace of mind

3rd‑i was born from the urgent need for smarter, faster, more reliable personal safety tools. After working closely with advocacy groups like Baylie’s Wish Foundation and the #WhatsMyName Foundation, the team set out to design a solution that could centralize livestreaming, location tracking, and emergency support into one powerful application. By listening to the real pain points of victims’ families and safety advocates, the product vision became clear: real-time visibility, instant SOS access, and community-based support—all inside one mobile platform.

The challenge was clear: replace slow, reactive tools like text check-ins or manual location sharing with something instant, immersive, and always-on. 3rd‑i simplifies personal protection by letting users livestream their surroundings to selected “Squads,” transmit exact GPS coordinates, and alert emergency dispatchers—all without leaving the app. Picture-in-picture mode allows continued use while broadcasting. Users can choose whether to record streams or keep them private. From route logging and AI summaries to public web links for viewing, every feature is designed to keep safety visible, connected, and simple to use.

To bring 3rd‑i to life, the team focused on the real-world use cases that matter most: walking alone at night, taking a rideshare, or traveling unfamiliar routes. From quick Squad setup to SOS activation, the app is built for speed, clarity, and security. Users can share their live feed with dispatchers, trusted contacts, or via a public link—all while controlling privacy and storage. The backend includes full stream recording, AI transcription and summaries, and role-based permissions for responders. Profile info is visible to emergency contacts, including photos and live maps. With national news features and partnerships with leading safety nonprofits, 3rd‑i is setting a new bar for mobile-first safety technology—one where help is no longer minutes away, but seconds.