Alert Types
Configure Your Alerts
1
Open the app and select a device
Launch the ShieldGPS app on iOS or Android, or sign in at shieldgps.co/dashboard. Tap the device you want to configure alerts for.
2
Tap 'Alerts' or 'Settings'
On the device detail screen, tap Alerts or navigate to Settings — the exact label varies slightly by platform.
3
Toggle each alert type on or off
Enable the events you want to be notified about and disable any that aren’t relevant to you. Changes take effect immediately.
4
Set a speed threshold (for Speed alerts)
If you enable the Speed alert, enter the speed limit you want to apply. The alert fires the moment the tracker exceeds that figure. You can update the threshold at any time.
Notification Methods
Push Notifications
Alerts are delivered directly to your iOS or Android lock screen via the ShieldGPS app — even when the app is running in the background.
In-App Notification Centre
All alerts are logged in the notification centre inside the app and on the web dashboard, so you can review past events at any time.
Push notifications require the ShieldGPS app to be installed and notification permissions granted in your phone’s settings. If you are not receiving notifications, go to your phone’s Settings → Apps → ShieldGPS → Notifications and make sure they are enabled.