Tap the App
The moment you unlock and tap the icon, the emergency flow begins.
Instant entry
3-Step Demo
Tap App → Instant Record → Screen Disappears
While typical recording apps spend 5-10 seconds loading, Emergency Recorder has already started.
Instant Recording
No loading screens, no menus. Recording starts immediately. Evidence first.
~0.5 secondsScreen Disappears (Stealth)
Minimize exposure while recording continues. Leave no visible trace.
Low-profile mode42% of U.S. employees have experienced workplace harassment,
but only 58% of cases were reported in 2023. 49% wouldn't report without anonymous channels.
Recordings that changed the outcome
Walter Scott Shooting — Bystander Cell Phone (2015, North Charleston, SC)
[CRISIS] Officer Michael Slager shot Walter Scott 8 times in the back during a traffic stop. Slager claimed Scott grabbed his Taser and he fired in self-defense.
[RECORDING] Feidin Santana, a barber walking to work, pulled out his phone and recorded the entire incident. His 3-minute cell phone video completely contradicted the police report.
[RESULT] Slager was fired, charged with murder, and sentenced to 20 years in federal prison. The video became a turning point for police accountability nationwide.
Without this recording? The case would have been closed as "justified use of force" based on the officer's report alone.
Laquan McDonald — Dashcam "16 Shots" (2014, Chicago, IL)
[CRISIS] Chicago officer Jason Van Dyke shot 17-year-old Laquan McDonald 16 times. The official police report claimed McDonald was "lunging at officers with a knife."
[RECORDING] Dashcam video, released 13 months later by court order, showed McDonald walking away from officers. The city of Chicago had suppressed the footage for over a year.
[RESULT] Van Dyke found guilty of second-degree murder + 16 counts of aggravated battery. Multiple officials faced accountability for the cover-up.
The city suppressed this video for over a year. Your own recording on your device prevents institutional suppression. They can't delete what they don't have access to.
ADM / Mark Whitacre — FBI Undercover Recordings (1992–1995)
[CRISIS] Archer Daniels Midland executives met with competitors to illegally fix lysine prices — an antitrust conspiracy affecting global food supplies.
[RECORDING] Executive Mark Whitacre wore a wire for the FBI for 3 years, secretly recording 250+ hours of video and audio. The tapes were called "the most remarkable videotapes ever made of an American company in the middle of a criminal act."
[RESULT] ADM fined $100 million (largest antitrust fine at the time). Three executives imprisoned. The case inspired the film The Informant! (2009, Matt Damon).
Without those recordings? A global price-fixing conspiracy would have continued unchecked, costing consumers billions.
Key Numbers
Not opinions. Numbers that move people.
0%
U.S. workers experienced harassment
0 states
Allow one-party consent recording
0 yrs
Walter Scott case — officer's sentence
Comparison
Emergency Recorder vs. Typical Recording Apps
| Feature | Emergency Recorder | Typical Recording App |
|---|---|---|
| Start Speed | ~0.5s instant start | 5-10s setup time |
| Stealth Mode | Screen disappears instantly | Normal UI stays visible |
| Panic UX | Big button, minimal steps | Multi-step navigation |
| File Security | Device-only, no cloud | Cloud sync by default |
Legal Basis
One-Party Consent: Recording Is Legal in 38 States
Under one-party consent, you can legally record any conversation you're participating in. Federal law (18 U.S.C. § 2511) also operates on one-party consent.
One-Party Consent (38 States + D.C.)
In the vast majority of U.S. states, you only need your own consent to record a conversation you're part of. This includes workplace meetings, landlord disputes, and any interaction where you are a participant.
Two-Party / All-Party Consent (12 States)
California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, Oregon, and Pennsylvania require all parties to consent. Recording without consent in these states may violate wiretapping laws.
Federal Law: 18 U.S.C. § 2511
Federal wiretapping law follows one-party consent. As long as one person in the conversation (you) consents to the recording, it is legal at the federal level.
Two-Party Consent States (always check your state's specific laws):
California · Connecticut · Delaware · Florida · Illinois · Maryland · Massachusetts · Michigan · Montana · Nevada · New Hampshire · Oregon · Pennsylvania
This information is for general awareness only. Always check your state's specific laws. This app is for personal evidence protection.
Pricing
Recommended
Core features free. Pro unlocks the limits.
Free (100% Core Features)
$0
- One-tap instant recording
- Stealth mode
- 3 recordings · 10-min limit
- First recording unlimited coupon
Pro (Convenience + No Limits)
$9.99$4.99 one-time 50% OFF
- Unlimited storage + recording time
- All ads removed
- Stealth stop (no screen on end)
- Scheduled recording · HD audio · AI analysis
User Reviews
Real stories from real users
★★★★★
4.9
rating
★★★★★
My manager started yelling during a 1-on-1. I hit the app and it was recording before he even finished his sentence. HR took my complaint seriously this time.
JR
J. Rivera
30s, Office Worker
★★★★★
Had a passenger threaten me over a fare dispute. Started recording in half a second. When I showed the footage to the police, open-and-shut case.
MK
M. Kendrick
40s, Uber Driver
★★★★★
My shift manager was making inappropriate comments for months. I finally had proof. The recording got him fired and I got transferred to a better location.
AT
A. Thompson
20s, Retail Worker
★★★★★
I recommend this to every client now. The stealth mode and instant start are exactly what you need when things escalate without warning. Brilliant design.
DL
D. Lawrence
Attorney, Employment Law
★★★★★
Landlord tried to deny he said we could keep our security deposit. Played the recording. Got our $2,400 back the next day. Worth every penny of Pro.
SC
S. Chen
20s, Graduate Student
★★★★★
The screen disappears so fast, no one even knows you're recording. I used it during a hostile custody exchange. My lawyer said the recording was decisive.
KW
K. Williams
30s, Single Parent
★★★★★
Got rear-ended and the other driver immediately changed his story. But I already had the recording running. Insurance paid out in full, no dispute.
RJ
R. Johnson
50s, Contractor
★★★★★
As a nurse, I've dealt with verbal abuse from patients and even admin. Having evidence on my own device — not some hospital cloud — changes the dynamic completely.
LP
L. Patel
30s, Registered Nurse
★★★★★
$4.99 one-time for Pro? That's less than a coffee. No subscription, no ads, unlimited recording. Easiest purchase I've made this year.
BF
B. Foster
40s, Freelancer
★★★★★
I'm a civil rights attorney. The fact that recordings stay on-device with no cloud sync is exactly the chain-of-custody integrity we need for admissible evidence.
NM
N. Martinez
Civil Rights Attorney
Evidence can't be created after the fact
Right now, someone is losing a case they should have won — because they didn't have a recording.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it legal to record a conversation I'm part of?
In 38 U.S. states plus D.C., one-party consent laws allow you to record any conversation you participate in. Federal law (18 U.S.C. § 2511) also follows one-party consent. However, 12 states require all-party consent (California, Florida, Illinois, etc.). Always check your specific state's laws before recording.
Why is this faster than other recording apps?
Emergency Recorder skips all menus, splash screens, and setup steps. The recording logic fires the instant you tap the app icon, achieving a ~0.5-second start time. Traditional apps prioritize UI loading first, then recording — we do the opposite.
Where are recordings stored?
All recordings are stored locally on your device only. There is no cloud sync, no server uploads, and no way for anyone — including us — to access your files. This also means you maintain full chain-of-custody for legal purposes.
Is Pro a subscription?
No. Pro is a one-time payment of $4.99. No monthly fees, no annual renewals, no hidden charges. Pay once, use forever.