Question 1

Is Patrol.ie affiliated with An Garda Síochána?

Accepted Answer

Patrol.ie is an independent community platform. We follow Garda-aligned reporting principles and encourage users to contact 999 or their local Garda station for emergencies. We are not an official Garda service.

Question 2

How do I report suspicious activity in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

For emergencies, call 999. For non-emergencies, contact your local Garda station. You can also post an alert on Patrol.ie to notify your verified neighbours instantly.

Question 3

Is Patrol.ie free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Patrol.ie has a free tier that lets you join your neighbourhood, receive alerts, and post community updates. Premium plans unlock extended radius alerts, priority notifications, and advanced features.

Question 4

Is my data safe on Patrol.ie?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Patrol.ie is fully GDPR-compliant, hosted on EU servers, and your exact address is never displayed publicly. Alerts show only the street name and general area.

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