'Uber with guns'—New app offers armed bodyguards for your rides
What's the story
A new app, touted as the "Uber with guns," has hit the Apple App Store in the US. The app, called 'Protector,' offers a one-of-a-kind service that merges transportation and personal security. It lets users call for a ride and also provides the additional benefit of armed protection on their way. The services are currently available in Los Angeles and New York City.
App description
Protector: A unique approach to personal security
Protector is marketed as a "revolutionary personal security app that enhances personal protection and makes private security available to the general public in an on-demand fashion." Essentially, the app lets you hire seasoned private security personnel, who are usually veterans or ex-law enforcement officers. They will provide personal protection services whenever you need them.
Service details
Booking process and cost
To avail of the services offered by Protector, users will have to schedule their trip at least five hours in advance. The cost for an hour of this unique service is $100 (around ₹7,500). Plus, users can also choose the dress code for their bodyguards from options like "Business Casual," "Tactical Casual," and "Operator."
User experience
Protector offers a celebrity-like experience
Protector promises a celebrity-like experience to its users. The company demonstrated this in a TikTok video, showing an armed escort picking a user from the airport. The service includes luggage assistance and constant protection throughout the journey. Users can even choose the number of escalades they want for their ride and read about their bodyguards' professional backgrounds.
Twitter Post
Take a look at how Protector app works
Here’s a peek of how it works pic.twitter.com/OWG8HFGYYD
— Nikita Bier (@nikitabier) February 18, 2025