Women Safety Device

Abstract

Women safety is one of the major concerns in today’s society due to the increasing rate of crime against women. In case of emergencies, women are not able to inform others or disclose their location immediately. To address this problem, a wireless women safety device is proposed that can offer timely help during emergency situations. The design of the system utilizes an ESP32 microcontroller, GPS module, and GSM module for the purpose of location tracking and emergency alerts. Once the panic push button is activated by the user, the device automatically sends the location of the user by utilizing the GPS module. This sends a message to the contacts that the user has specified in case of an emergency. Moreover, a buzzer is also included to produce an alarm sound that can be used to attract attention or even act as a deterrent to any possible threat. The device is also powered by a rechargeable battery to ensure that it can function properly. The proposed system is compact, portable, and easy to use. Therefore, it is suitable for personal safety. This device may help in improving the response time for emergency situations. This may help in improving the safety of women.

Introduction

The text discusses the development of a wireless women safety device designed to improve women’s security during emergencies. Due to the increasing number of crimes and unsafe situations faced by women, there is a growing need for a portable and reliable safety system that can provide immediate assistance and communication.

The proposed system uses an ESP32 microcontroller, GPS module, and GSM module to create a smart emergency alert device. When the user presses a panic button, the system detects the user’s current location using GPS and sends an emergency SMS with location details to predefined contacts through the GSM module. A buzzer is also activated to attract nearby attention during emergencies. The device is portable, user-friendly, and intended to ensure quick response and assistance.

The literature review highlights the evolution of women safety technologies, including GPS-based tracking systems, GSM-based emergency communication devices, IoT-enabled smart safety systems, wearable technologies, and systems using sensors and machine learning for threat detection. Although many safety devices exist, challenges such as high cost, smartphone dependency, and lack of reliability still remain.

The proposed methodology explains the working process of the device. A rechargeable 7.4V lithium-ion battery powers the system, while a buck converter reduces the voltage to 5V for stable operation of all components. When the device is switched on, the ESP32 initializes communication with the GPS and GSM modules to enable location tracking and emergency communication.

Conclusion

The proposed wireless women safety device offers a simple solution to enhance personal safety in emergency situations. This system uses an ESP32 microcontroller along with a GPS and a GSM module to send location alerts to predefined contacts in real-time upon pressing the panic button. The proposed system is simple to use, portable, and does not require an internet connection, making it a reliable solution in emergency situations. Adding a buzzer also helps to grab the attention of people around to help in emergency situations. The proposed system offers a fast response, accurate location tracking, and effective communication, making it a valuable tool to enhance women’s safety and help in emergency situations.

Copyright

Copyright © 2026 Ashish Bhapkar, Karuna Barkade, Shraddha Hirve, Akanksha Phalle . This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.