Local Storage of Emergency Recordings
The SOS App saves all emergency audio and video recordings directly to your device’s local storage—so you can view them in your gallery, file manager, or any video player app.
Overview
Your emergency recordings will now:
- Be immediately accessible in the device’s public local storage folder.
- Show up in Gallery, File Manager or Video apps without extra steps.
How It Works
| Action | Result |
|---|---|
| Record a clip | Saved as audio or video recording in your local storage. |
| Browse outside the app | Any gallery or file-browser app lists them automatically. |
Files stored in your device are public—so you can back them up, share them, or edit them with any app on your device.
Storage Details
- Location
File manager (Android) or the equivalent iOS “On My iPhone → Storage Manager” folders. - Retention
• Until you delete them manually
If you uninstall without exporting or backing up, all recordings are safe in your local storage.
Accessing Your Recordings
- Via Gallery / File Manager
- Open Gallery or any File Manager app.
Tip: Long-press a file in File Manager to share, delete, or move it.
Best Practices
| Recommendation | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Enable Cloud Backup | Protect recordings if your device is lost or reset. |
| Review & Export often | Keep critical evidence safe—export to Drive or a PC. |
| Free up storage space | Delete old clips you no longer need to avoid running out. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find the recordings?
They appear in your Gallery or File Manager folder.
Are the files still private?
They are stored in a public folder, but only you or anyone with access to your device can view them. Use app-level PIN/fingerprint to lock the SOS App itself.
Can I transfer them to another device?
Yes—export via share in File Manager, then import on the new device.
Troubleshooting
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Files not showing in Gallery | Refresh the app/gallery or reboot your device. |
| Cannot export/share from within the app | Grant Storage and Media permissions in your system settings. |
What’s Next
Learn how to set up Cloud Backup & One-Tap Restore to keep your SOS app backup safe even if you switch or lose your device.