Uber for safety? There’s an app for that. No, seriously.
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Ever wished you had a personal bodyguard like a celebrity or a billionaire?
Well, thanks to modern technology, that dream can now be a reality.
After a high-profile CEO assassination sent shockwaves nationwide, it’s no surprise that this app has skyrocketed up the App Store charts.
Whether you're looking for extra protection during travel or just a little peace of mind in your daily routine, this app is revolutionizing how we think about personal security.
Protector, which launched late last year, has shot to the No. 3 spot on the free iOS app rankings.
The concept is simple: users can summon armed bodyguards who are either active duty or former military and law enforcement officers.
The catch? You have to book them for a minimum of five hours. The app is currently only available in New York City and Los Angeles. Unfortunately, the app is not available for Android users—a true tragedy for Samsung lovers.
Protector’s marketing isn’t subtle—it features bodyguards highlighting their SWAT and combat experience, reassuring you that your protector isn’t just some guy who watched action movies a bit too much.
And because image matters, customers can choose their guard’s outfit, ranging from “tactical casual” (probably khakis and a bulletproof vest) to “fully armored,” for when you want your security detail to look like they just walked off a dystopian movie set.
Oh, and if one bodyguard isn’t enough?
You can upgrade to a full motorcade of black Escalades—because nothing says I am a totally normal person going about my day like rolling up to Whole Foods with a convoy.
Of course, Protector’s sudden rise in downloads isn’t just because people are randomly deciding they need armed escorts.
The app’s popularity spiked following the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December, which understandably sent wealthy executives into a panic.
Protector even released a promotional video suggesting that if Thompson had used their service, things might have gone differently.
In a statement following Thompson’s assassination, Sarath expressed: "We rely on law enforcement to keep us safe, but they cannot be everywhere at once. Protector is designed to support the goals of law enforcement and will provide an accessible way for people to protect themselves and their loved ones."
Source: NewsNation / YouTube
Protector’s rise raises some questions—like, are we slowly privatizing personal security one app download at a time? And what does this mean for the future?
Would you use an app like this? Do you think on-demand bodyguards are a game-changer for security? Let us know in the comments below.
Read more: Chilling messages on bullets targeting UnitedHealthcare CEO revealed
Well, thanks to modern technology, that dream can now be a reality.
After a high-profile CEO assassination sent shockwaves nationwide, it’s no surprise that this app has skyrocketed up the App Store charts.
Whether you're looking for extra protection during travel or just a little peace of mind in your daily routine, this app is revolutionizing how we think about personal security.
Protector, which launched late last year, has shot to the No. 3 spot on the free iOS app rankings.
The concept is simple: users can summon armed bodyguards who are either active duty or former military and law enforcement officers.
The catch? You have to book them for a minimum of five hours. The app is currently only available in New York City and Los Angeles. Unfortunately, the app is not available for Android users—a true tragedy for Samsung lovers.
A private security app launches in LA & NY. Image source: NewsNation / YouTube
Protector’s marketing isn’t subtle—it features bodyguards highlighting their SWAT and combat experience, reassuring you that your protector isn’t just some guy who watched action movies a bit too much.
And because image matters, customers can choose their guard’s outfit, ranging from “tactical casual” (probably khakis and a bulletproof vest) to “fully armored,” for when you want your security detail to look like they just walked off a dystopian movie set.
Oh, and if one bodyguard isn’t enough?
You can upgrade to a full motorcade of black Escalades—because nothing says I am a totally normal person going about my day like rolling up to Whole Foods with a convoy.
Of course, Protector’s sudden rise in downloads isn’t just because people are randomly deciding they need armed escorts.
The app’s popularity spiked following the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December, which understandably sent wealthy executives into a panic.
Protector even released a promotional video suggesting that if Thompson had used their service, things might have gone differently.
In a statement following Thompson’s assassination, Sarath expressed: "We rely on law enforcement to keep us safe, but they cannot be everywhere at once. Protector is designed to support the goals of law enforcement and will provide an accessible way for people to protect themselves and their loved ones."
Source: NewsNation / YouTube
Protector’s rise raises some questions—like, are we slowly privatizing personal security one app download at a time? And what does this mean for the future?
Read more: Chilling messages on bullets targeting UnitedHealthcare CEO revealed
