1. Prioritize Your Safety

• Trust your instincts — if someone is making you feel unsafe, take it seriously.

• Create a safety plan: change routines, avoid isolated areas, and let trusted people know what’s happening.

• Consider carrying a personal safety device (e.g., alarm, pepper spray where legal).

 2. Document Everything

• Keep a log of every incident: dates, times, what was said/done, and witnesses.

• Save all messages, voicemails, gifts, emails, or social media interactions.

• Take photos/screenshots as proof.

 3. Do Not Engage

• Do not respond to the stalker in any way — no matter how tempting.

• Any contact can be misinterpreted by the stalker as encouragement.

• Block them on all platforms and tighten privacy settings.

 4. Involve Authorities

• Report the stalking to your local police — even if it seems minor at first.

• Ask about getting a restraining order or protective order (laws vary by region).

• Provide all documentation and express clearly that you feel threatened.

 5. Seek Legal Protection

• You may qualify for:

  • Restraining/protective orders

  • Legal help through victims’ advocacy groups

  • Assistance from campus security (if applicable) or HR (if at work)

 6. Get Emotional Support

• Stalking is traumatic — you're not overreacting.

• Talk to a therapist or victim support group that specializes in stalking or harassment.

• In the U.S., the National Center for Victims of Crime and RAINN offer resources.

7. Use Technology Smartly

• Adjust social media privacy settings to limit location sharing and visibility.

• Consider using a stalking-specific safety app (like Noonlight or Circle of 6).

• Be cautious with apps or photos that embed location data.

Just a quick comparison with the Noonlight app and the Circle of 6. Check them both out.

Noonlight is a personal safety app designed to connect users with emergency services discreetly and efficiently. Originally launched as SafeTrek in 2013, it was rebranded to Noonlight in 2018. The app is available for both iOS and Android devices, though some features are currently exclusive to iOS.

Key Features

1. Silent Emergency Button

• Users can press and hold the Noonlight button when feeling unsafe.

• Releasing the button without entering a personal PIN within 10 seconds triggers an alert to emergency services, sharing the user's real-time location.

2. Real-Time Location Sharing

• The app continuously updates the user's location, ensuring that first responders have accurate information, even if the user is moving.

3. Crash Detection

• Noonlight can detect severe car accidents using smartphone sensors and automatically notify emergency services. 

4. Smart Device Integration

• The app integrates with various smart devices and services, including Uber, Lyft, Tinder, Alexa, Google Home, and IFTTT, enhancing its utility in different scenarios. 

5. Safety Network (iOS Exclusive)

• Users can add friends or family to their Safety Network, allowing them to receive alerts or check-ins, providing an additional layer of security. 

 Pricing Plans

• Basic (Free): Access to the emergency button and real-time location sharing.

• Instant Access ($4.99/month): Includes integrations with services like Uber and Lyft.

• Total Protection ($9.99/month): Adds features like crash detection and broader smart device integrations. 

 Privacy and Data Sharing

Noonlight collects essential user data, such as GPS location and contact information, to provide accurate assistance during emergencies. This information is shared with emergency responders only when necessary. Users have the option to provide additional medical information, which can be relayed to first responders if needed. 

The Circle of 6 app is a free personal safety tool designed to help individuals, especially young adults and college students, quickly and discreetly reach out to a trusted network when feeling unsafe or in need of assistance.

Key Features

• Trusted Circle: Users can select six trusted contacts to form their personal safety circle.MediaShift+3Digital for Good | RESET.ORG+3WIRED+3

• Quick Access Icons: The app provides intuitive icons representing different actions:

  • Car Icon: Sends a message like “Come and get me. I need help getting home safely,” along with the user's GPS location.

  • Phone Icon: Sends a message such as “Call and pretend you need me. I need an interruption.

  • Chat Icon: Indicates the user is seeking advice or information, linking to resources on healthy relationships and support services.

• Emergency Resources: Provides direct links to national hotlines like RAINN and Love is Respect for immediate support.

• Discreet Design: The interface uses simple icons and minimal text to ensure privacy, making it less obvious to others that the user is seeking help.

 Recognition and Impact

• Award-Winning: Circle of 6 won the White House's "Apps Against Abuse" technology challenge in 2011.

• Global Reach: As of recent reports, the app has been downloaded over 300,000 times across 36 countries.

• Institutional Adoption: The app has been implemented in various institutions, including the U.S. Air Force Academy, to enhance safety measures.