Key features

• ✓Live Map: 19 real-time data layers (APRS, Meshtastic, MeshCore, GRS Mesh, ADS-B, AIS, DMR, PSK, TAK, and more) with 3D Buildings, Globe mode, and 9 visual themes
• ✓Weather System: 7 overlays including animated radar, satellite IR, NWS severe alerts, real-time lightning, wind, temperature, pressure
• ✓Radio Gateway: APRS message to KQ4YSV or Meshtastic via MQTT - routes to SMS, email, Winlink, and other radio networks
• ✓GRS Mesh: flash custom firmware onto ESP32 devices, link to your account, send SMS/APRS/email from LoRa with no internet on the device
• ✓SMSSender: text anyone when off-grid; recipients opt in with START
• ✓Organizations: team management with roster, operations control, SAR tools, shared map zones, audit logs
• ✓GRSM & Simulator: turn your browser into a real mesh device, or test firmware on virtual hardware with accurate power models
• ✓Voice Rooms & GRS Call: real-time voice channels (WebRTC) and mesh-based voice dialing
• ✓Skybridge: Meshtastic/GRS Mesh to Iridium satellite gateway for true off-grid operations
• ✓Device Security: fingerprinting, stolen device tracking, hardware banning, compliance logging
• ✓Codebook: dashboard-generated auth codes to prevent spoofing and token theft over open APRS
• ✓Regulatory compliance: FCC Part 97 (amateur radio), TCPA (SMS consent), ISM band regulations (LoRa), GDPR, CCPA - documented and enforced at every layer
• ✓Security: bcrypt password hashing, AES-256-GCM file encryption, TLS in transit, JWT authentication, compliance audit logging (SOC 2 / ISO 27001 aligned)

Key features

• ✓Unified identity: one Gearsmen account maps to every network identity - callsign (APRS), node ID (Meshtastic/GRS Mesh/MeshCore), ICAO hex (ADS-B), browser fingerprint (GRSM), GX phone number, GX email - resolved by the Device Identity Resolver
• ✓Message routing engine: inbound messages from any network are normalized to a common format, routed by the gateway to the correct destination network, and delivered via that network's native protocol
• ✓APRS path: ham radio → APRS-IS (internet backbone) → Gearsmen APRS listener → gateway processing → outbound to SMS/email/Winlink/mesh/APRS reply. Operates under FCC Part 97 - no commercial use of amateur spectrum
• ✓Meshtastic path: LoRa device → Meshtastic MQTT broker (mqtt.meshtastic.org) → Gearsmen MQTT subscriber → gateway processing → outbound delivery. Uses free public MQTT - no hardware bridge required
• ✓GRS Mesh path: LoRa device → hop-by-hop mesh relay → bridge node (WiFi-connected GRS Mesh device) → Gearsmen cloud API → gateway processing → outbound delivery. Store-and-forward: messages queue on device until a bridge is in range
• ✓MeshCore path: MeshCore gateway → Gearsmen MQTT broker (private credentials) → gateway processing → outbound delivery. Cross-mesh: GRS Mesh ↔ MeshCore ↔ Meshtastic all route through Gearsmen cloud
• ✓Satellite path (Skybridge): Meshtastic/GRS Mesh → Iridium SBD modem → Iridium satellite constellation → Gearsmen cloud → outbound delivery. True off-grid: works anywhere on Earth with sky visibility
• ✓Browser path (GRSM): browser WebSocket → Gearsmen cloud → treated as a mesh node with full device identity. SHA-256 browser fingerprint serves as hardware identifier
• ✓SMS path: Gearsmen cloud → Vonage SMS API → cellular network → recipient phone. TCPA-compliant: opt-in (START) required, opt-out (STOP) honored, rate-limited equally for all users
• ✓Email path: Gearsmen cloud → GX email (handle@gx.gearsmen.app) or Winlink CMS → recipient inbox. GX email is native; Winlink bridges to the amateur radio email network
• ✓Voice path: WebRTC (Voice Rooms) for real-time audio channels; GRS Call for mesh-based voice messages encoded as audio packets over LoRa - not real-time, but works off-grid
• ✓Map data aggregation: 19+ data layers are polled or streamed from external sources (APRS-IS, Meshtastic MQTT, ADS-B Exchange, AIS, DMR RadioID, PSK Reporter, NWS, Blitzortung, etc.), normalized, and rendered on the map with native Google Maps markers or the Three.js globe
• ✓Cross-network example: a GRS Mesh user types SMS +15551234567 Hello → device queues message → LoRa relay to bridge → bridge uplinks to cloud → cloud validates identity and opt-in → Vonage sends SMS → recipient replies → reply routed back through cloud → bridge downlinks to mesh → original device receives reply
• ✓Simultaneous GRS + Meshtastic + MeshCore via Time-Division Multiplexing (TDM) on single radio
• ✓Automatic cross-protocol message translation with loop prevention
• ✓Appears as native node on Meshtastic (protobuf) and MeshCore (Ed25519) networks
• ✓Configurable TDM duty cycles and power-save profiles

Key features

• ✓Create an account at gearsmen.app - sign up with email, Google, or callsign (QRZ lookup)
• ✓Add phone numbers in the Comms Center
• ✓Recipients reply START to opt in before receiving SMS (TCPA §227 compliance)
• ✓From your radio, message KQ4YSV with the command in the message body
• ✓All account data is encrypted in transit (TLS) and passwords are hashed with bcrypt - never stored in plaintext

Key features

• ✓To (recipient): always KQ4YSV
• ✓Message body: command and parameters (e.g. SMS +17845551234 Hello)
• ✓Replies chunked at 64 chars; multi-part sent automatically
• ✓Covers SMS, Groups, Automation, AI, Weather, Flight, News, Sports, Utility, Emergency, Field Tools, Navigation
• ✓All APRS operations are noncommercial per FCC Part 97 §97.113. SMS recipients must opt in per TCPA §227. Identical rate limits for all users regardless of subscription tier

Key features

• ✓APRS telemetry: VOLT=, TEMP=, sensor packets parsed and stored
• ✓Meshtastic environment and detection events
• ✓Threshold and event rules (battery %, temp, etc.)
• ✓Actions: SMS, email, APRS reply, dashboard alert
• ✓Unified rule engine for all sources

Key features

• ✓INFRA [miles] - list nearby digipeaters, repeaters, Meshtastic nodes
• ✓Reply 1-N for details (e.g. reply "2" after INFRA for item 2)
• ✓BEST PATH - summary of best path / nearby infrastructure
• ✓SIGNAL TEST - which frequency has the most activity (activity-based, not RF signal)
• ✓Sources: APRS digipeaters, DMR repeaters, Meshtastic nodes, Winlink RMS
• ✓View on map (Infrastructure layer) and download CSV/JSON from dashboard

Key features

• ✓E.164 phone numbers (e.g. +17845551234 for US; include country code)
• ✓TCPA compliance - opt-in required (recipient replies START)
• ✓Add contacts at gearsmen.app/dashboard before sending
• ✓Check opt-in: SMS +17845551234 ?
• ✓Reply to last inbound: REPLY <text>
• ✓Rate limits: 1 SMS per 2-3 min, daily/monthly caps
• ✓Response codes: QUEUED, SENT, DENIED (not opted in), RATE LIMITED
• ✓Regulatory: all SMS operations comply with TCPA (47 U.S.C. §227) and carrier requirements. Consent is verified before every outbound message. Opt-out (STOP) is processed immediately and irrevocably until the recipient re-opts in

Key features

• ✓Create groups with GROUP CREATE
• ✓Add contacts with GROUP ADD
• ✓Send to all with GROUP SEND
• ✓List groups with GROUP LIST
• ✓List members with GROUP MEMBERS
• ✓Remove contacts with GROUP REMOVE
• ✓Urgent broadcast with ALERT for priority messages
• ✓Group messages to phone numbers comply with TCPA - each member must have opted in individually. Group data is stored securely and accessible only by the account owner

Key features

• ✓One-time: AUTO CREATE <name> AT <HH:MM> SEND <target> <message>
• ✓Daily: AUTO REPEAT <name> DAILY AT <HH:MM> SEND <target> <message>
• ✓Enable/disable with AUTO ENABLE / AUTO DISABLE
• ✓Delete with AUTO DELETE
• ✓List automations with AUTO LIST
• ✓Scheduled messages still require recipient opt-in (TCPA). Automations targeting opted-out numbers are blocked automatically

Key features

• ✓AI <query> - ask a question
• ✓Uses OpenAI when enabled
• ✓Replies truncated for radio packet size
• ✓Useful for emergency procedures, survival info
• ✓Privacy: AI queries are not stored long-term or used for model training. Processed via secure API connection (TLS encrypted)

Key features

• ✓HELP or HELP <topic> - list commands or get topic help
• ✓CONTACTS - list your phone numbers
• ✓TIME - server time (UTC)
• ✓LAST - status of last sent message
• ✓ME - your callsign and account info
• ✓BALANCE - remaining credits (if applicable)
• ✓CODE LIST - list contact and location aliases
• ✓Account data is protected with bcrypt password hashing and JWT session authentication. All API calls are encrypted with TLS

Key features

• ✓CHECKIN - log position (uses POS if set)
• ✓CHECKIN <group> or <number> - log and notify
• ✓ALERT <group> <msg> - urgent broadcast to group (priority)
• ✓Use when you need immediate response

Key features

• ✓SUNRISE/SUNSET <lat lon> - sunrise and sunset times
• ✓MOON - moon phase and rise/set
• ✓TAF <airport> - terminal area forecast (aviation)
• ✓QUAKE [region] - recent earthquakes (USGS)
• ✓DIR <from> TO <to> - driving directions
• ✓DIR <what> NEAR <location> - find POIs (HOSPITAL, GAS, etc.)

Key features

• ✓Free: APRS→SMS relay, groups, automation, HELP, STATUS - all via radio, rate-limited equally
• ✓Free: Same SMS limits for everyone (cooldown, daily/monthly caps)
• ✓Paid (when offered): AI query credits, map routing, search, dashboard UI, logs - cloud software only
• ✓Paid users never get: higher APRS throughput, increased SMS limits, or priority delivery
• ✓FCC/compliance: We do not monetize amateur radio transmission capability

Key features

• ✓Cooldown: 1 SMS per sender every 2-3 minutes
• ✓Daily cap: 10-15 SMS per sender
• ✓Monthly cap: 40-60 SMS per sender
• ✓Burst: max 3 SMS in 10 minutes
• ✓Recipients must opt in (START) before receiving

Key features

• ✓Add and manage phone numbers (contacts)
• ✓Recipients must reply START to opt in before receiving SMS
• ✓View group membership and automations
• ✓Check message delivery status
• ✓Manage your callsign and account
• ✓Access from any browser when you have internet
• ✓Security: authenticated via JWT session tokens (httpOnly, secure, sameSite cookies). All dashboard connections encrypted with TLS. CSRF protection on all API endpoints
• ✓Data protection: contact data stored in encrypted PostgreSQL database. Account deletion available from Settings - processed within 30 days per GDPR/CCPA requirements

Key features

• ✓Opt-in required: Recipients reply START to receive SMS; reply STOP to opt out
• ✓TCPA compliance: No messages without prior express consent
• ✓FCC Part 97 compliant: We do not sell or prioritize amateur radio. Same SMS/APRS limits for all users. Paid tiers pay for cloud features only, never for radio reach
• ✓Codebook: Private list of numbers used one at a time; only the next code authorizes-prevents impersonation and token drainage
• ✓Data protection: Your contacts and account data are protected
• ✓APRS is open: Anyone can hear. Use the next number in your codebook to authenticate and protect your account

Key features

• ✓Private list of numbers, used in order; only the next number is valid (previous ones are burned)
• ✓View and print your codebook at gearsmen.app/dashboard when logged in
• ✓Regenerate a new codebook anytime from the dashboard if compromised
• ✓RESYNC: if you lose your place, use RESYNC &lt;code1&gt; &lt;code2&gt; to re-align to two consecutive numbers
• ✓Optional: require a code for all commands (including free ones) to block spoofers entirely
• ✓Keep your codebook private-treat it like a password. Do not share over the air.
• ✓Security protocol: codebook numbers are stored server-side with one-way validation. Even if an attacker intercepts APRS traffic and sees a used code, it cannot be replayed - each code is burned after use

Key features

• ✓FCC Part 97 (§97.113): Amateur radio cannot be used for commercial purposes. We comply: we do not charge for APRS/SMS capability. All users get identical rate limits. Paid subscriptions pay only for cloud software (AI, maps, dashboard)-never for amateur radio transmission reach or throughput
• ✓No pecuniary interest: We do not charge per message over amateur spectrum. The gateway is a noncommercial service to the amateur community
• ✓TCPA: Recipients must opt in (START) before receiving SMS. We honor STOP. No unsolicited messages
• ✓Carrier compliance: Consent, opt-out, rate limits, sender identification-all enforced
• ✓Defensive documentation: If someone claims we break rules, point them here. We have documented our compliance posture for FCC, TCPA, and related regulations

Key features

• ✓Add the number in Comms Center - system may send an opt-in request
• ✓Recipient replies START to consent to receive SMS
• ✓Recipient replies STOP to opt out; no more messages will be delivered
• ✓DENIED (not opted in) - you'll see this if you try to send before they've replied START
• ✓TCPA and carrier requirements - we enforce this for compliance

Key features

• ✓Replies from SMS recipients come back to your callsign on APRS
• ✓START and STOP replies are processed automatically - no manual action needed
• ✓APRS is not guaranteed delivery - retry or use alternative contact if critical
• ✓Inbound SMS routing complies with TCPA - only messages from opted-in numbers are processed. START/STOP consent state is tracked per sender-recipient pair

Key features

• ✓Two-way messaging: send from Meshtastic to SMS/email/APRS, and receive replies and incoming messages back on your Meshtastic device.
• ✓Link your device: Go to gearsmen.app/dashboard → Meshtastic → Settings and enter your device node ID (e.g. !a1b2c3d4). This links your device to your GRS account so GRS knows who you are.
• ✓All commands require linking your device to a GRS account. Info commands (PING, HELP, WX) are free. Sending SMS, Email, and APRS from Meshtastic requires a paid subscription (Meshtastic uses ISM band, not ham radio). Receiving messages is always free on any account.
• ✓Simple setup: Enable MQTT on your Meshtastic device (one toggle in settings). Leave broker address blank - it auto-connects to the free public Meshtastic server.
• ✓Enable Uplink on your primary channel so your outgoing messages reach the internet.
• ✓Enable Downlink on your primary channel so you can receive GRS replies and incoming messages back on your device.
• ✓Send a text message starting with a GRS command: SMS <phone> <message>, EMAIL <address> <message>, APRS <callsign> <message>, PING, or HELP.
• ✓GRS receives your message from the MQTT network, looks up your linked account, processes the command, and delivers it.
• ✓GRS replies go back through the MQTT network to your mesh. At least one node in your mesh needs Downlink enabled for the reply to reach your device over LoRa.
• ✓Incoming messages (e.g. someone texts your phone number) are forwarded by GRS back to your Meshtastic device the same way.
• ✓No computer, no bridge script, no physical gateway device needed. Works from any Meshtastic device with MQTT enabled.
• ✓Optional: Advanced users can run a local Meshtastic bridge (API key auth) for private traffic or custom integrations.
• ✓Regulatory: Meshtastic operates on ISM bands (915 MHz US, 868 MHz EU) per FCC Part 15 / ETSI EN 300 220. Outbound SMS from Meshtastic requires TCPA opt-in. APRS via ham radio remains free per FCC Part 97
• ✓Security: device identity verified via linked node ID. All MQTT traffic encrypted with TLS. Account data protected under GDPR and CCPA

Key features

• ✓Send email to any Winlink callsign (e.g. KQ4YSV@winlink.org) from the GRS dashboard.
• ✓No Winlink software needed on your side - just type and send through GRS.
• ✓Full message history so you can track what you've sent.
• ✓Reach operators in remote or off-grid locations where there's no internet.
• ✓Great for emergency communications, check-ins, and coordination.
• ✓Messages delivered via the Winlink Common Message Server (CMS).
• ✓Winlink operates under FCC Part 97 for amateur radio email. Messages are transmitted in compliance with amateur radio regulations. Email content is encrypted in transit (TLS)

Key features

• ✓Full APRS TNC: receive and send packets from your browser.
• ✓USB and Bluetooth: type a message and send over the air.
• ✓iPhone/mobile: use Audio interface - no cable; decode APRS from your radio's speaker (send requires USB/BT).
• ✓Live packet feed with source, destination, and payload.
• ✓Optional bridge to GRS gateway - forward traffic from your radio to the GRS system.
• ✓Works with Kenwood, Icom, Yaesu, Mobilinkd TNC, or any radio with audio out.
• ✓All radio operations via Radio Connect comply with FCC Part 97. USB/Bluetooth connections use WebSerial/Web Bluetooth APIs - no data leaves your browser except when you explicitly bridge to the GRS gateway

Reply Reference

• Account & Device Linking
• ✓
  GRS: Link your device first. Go to gearsmen.app/dashboard → Meshtastic → Settings → enter your node ID. Then try again.

  Your Meshtastic device is not linked to a GRS account. All commands require linking. Sign up at gearsmen.app, go to Dashboard → Meshtastic → Settings, enter your node ID (e.g. !a1b2c3d4), and try your command again.
• ✓
  GRS: Subscription required to send SMS/Email/APRS from Meshtastic. Subscribe at gearsmen.app/pricing. Free: PING, HELP, WX. Receiving is always free.

  Your device is linked but you need a paid subscription to send outbound messages (SMS, Email, APRS) from Meshtastic. Info commands (PING, HELP, WX) and receiving messages are free. Subscribe at gearsmen.app/pricing.
• Success Messages
• ✓
  GRS: Pong! Node !xxxxxxxx linked. Send HELP for commands.

  Your PING was successful. GRS received your message, recognized your linked device, and is working correctly. You're ready to use commands.
• ✓
  GRS: SMS delivered to +1xxxxxxxxxx

  Your SMS was sent successfully. The recipient will see the message on their phone. If they reply, GRS will forward it back to your Meshtastic device.
• ✓
  GRS: SMS queued to +1xxxxxxxxxx (pending delivery)

  Your SMS was accepted and queued. Delivery is in progress. This usually means the message will arrive shortly.
• ✓
  GRS: Email sent to user@example.com

  Your email was delivered successfully.
• ✓
  GRS: Email queued to user@example.com (pending delivery)

  Your email was accepted and is being delivered.
• ✓
  GRS: APRS msg sent to CALLSIGN

  Your message was queued for delivery to the APRS station via APRS-IS.
• ✓
  GRS: WX Charlotte: 72F, clear sky, wind 5mph

  Weather report for the requested city. Shows temperature (Fahrenheit), conditions, and wind speed.
• Error Messages
• ✓
  GRS: Error sending SMS. Try again.

  Something went wrong while sending your SMS. Check the phone number format (use +1 followed by 10 digits for US numbers) and try again.
• ✓
  GRS: Error sending email. Try again.

  Email delivery failed. Verify the email address format and try again.
• ✓
  GRS: Error queuing APRS message. Try again.

  Could not queue the APRS message. Check that the callsign is valid (e.g. KQ4YSV) and try again.
• ✓
  GRS: No weather data for "CityName". Try: WX <city name>

  Weather lookup didn't find results for that city. Check spelling or try a larger/nearby city.
• ✓
  GRS: Weather lookup failed for "CityName". Try again.

  Temporary error fetching weather data. Wait a moment and try again.
• Help & Info Replies
• ✓
  GRS Commands: SMS <phone> <msg> - Send SMS (subscription) ...

  The full command list. Commands marked (subscription) require a paid plan. Commands marked (free) work on any linked account.
• ✓
  GRS: Message received from !xxxxxxxx. Send HELP for commands.

  GRS received your message but didn't recognize it as a specific command. Send HELP to see all available commands.
• ✓
  GRS: Received. Send HELP for commands.

  Generic acknowledgment. Your message arrived but wasn't a recognized command.
• APRS Gateway Replies (ham radio)
• ✓
  QUEUED

  Your APRS command was accepted and queued for processing.
• ✓
  SENT

  Your APRS SMS was sent to the recipient's phone. APRS → SMS is free per FCC Part 97.
• ✓
  DENIED (not opted in)

  The recipient hasn't opted in to receive SMS from Gearsmen. Ask them to text START to the Gearsmen number first.
• ✓
  RATE LIMITED

  You're sending too fast. Wait 2-3 minutes between SMS commands. Daily and monthly caps apply.
• ✓
  INVALID FORMAT

  Your command syntax is wrong. Check the command reference at gearsmen.app/docs#aprs-commands or send HELP.

Key features

• ✓SAR Base Station - freehand map drawing, search segments with team assignments, trail logging with coverage visualization, SAR mission dashboard
• ✓Moving Geofences - perimeters that travel with a person or vehicle (ATAK-style)
• ✓QuickScan - Query the web and get AI-summarized answers over APRS
• ✓OrbitView - ISS and satellite visibility times from the field

Key features

• ✓Flash GRS Mesh firmware onto ESP32 devices (T-Beam, T-Deck, Heltec, and more) in one click from the browser
• ✓Link your device to your account - all cloud features are free for firmware users, no subscription needed
• ✓Send SMS, APRS messages, emails, and GRS-to-GRS messages from your radio with no internet on the device
• ✓Messages queue on device and uplink automatically when any bridge node is in LoRa range
• ✓One identity everywhere - same callsign on mesh, APRS, SMS, and Winlink; one inbox, one map
• ✓Private encrypted channels - create or join a private network; only your team can read traffic
• ✓Map layer - see GRS Mesh nodes in real time on the Gearsmen map; filter to your private channels
• ✓Configure devices from the dashboard - settings pushed to device via cloud downlink
• ✓Cross-network: send to Meshtastic users from GRS (and vice versa) via Gearsmen cloud
• ✓SMS replies from recipients are routed back to your mesh device automatically
• ✓ISM band compliance: GRS Mesh operates on 915 MHz (US), 868 MHz (EU), 433 MHz (Asia) per FCC Part 15, ETSI EN 300 220, and equivalent regional regulations
• ✓Security: private channels use AES-256 encryption end-to-end over LoRa. Bridge-to-cloud communication encrypted with TLS. Device identity verified via node ID linked to authenticated account
• ✓SMS from mesh devices requires TCPA opt-in. All rate limits (SMS, uplink, downlink) apply equally regardless of subscription tier

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Key features

• ✓Hardware watchdog reboots the device within 30 seconds if any task freezes - no hung devices in the field
• ✓Atomic config writes use copy-on-write - power loss mid-save never corrupts your settings
• ✓CRC-32 integrity on all flash storage - bit rot is caught and handled automatically
• ✓Boot-loop detection with 3-tier recovery: auto-rollback at 3 crashes, factory defaults at 5, safe mode at 8
• ✓Factory recovery partition - a known-good firmware image that can always boot, even if both OTA slots are corrupt
• ✓"Undead Relay" mode - when battery dies, the LoRa radio stays alive at 5 microamps and continues relaying mesh packets
• ✓Progressive power shedding - as battery drops, non-essential features (display, GPS, high TX power) are shed to keep the radio alive longer
• ✓Crash forensics - every crash is logged to flash and uplinked to the cloud on next boot for remote diagnostics
• ✓Message queue persistence - queued messages survive reboots and power loss; the device picks up exactly where it left off
• ✓Heard-node table persistence - the list of nearby mesh peers survives reboots so the device reconnects to the mesh instantly
• ✓SD card health monitoring - free space tracking, corruption detection, write-verify checks, and automatic cleanup of temp files
• ✓Graceful queue overflow - when message queues fill up, the oldest messages are evicted instead of dropping new ones
• ✓Screenshot capture - iPhone-like screenshot on every device tier via button combo, touch gesture, keyboard shortcut, or remote command
• ✓Firmware security: optional ESP32 Secure Boot v2 (ECDSA-P256 signature verification) and AES-256-XTS flash encryption for production deployments. Crash forensics data is encrypted in transit (TLS) during cloud uplink
• ✓Data integrity: CRC-32 validation on all flash storage operations. Atomic config writes prevent corruption from power loss. Message queue persistence uses write-ahead logging for ACID-like guarantees on embedded hardware

Key features

• ✓Map on device - pre-downloaded world tiles (z0-z6) so the map works offline; when on WiFi, tiles can load from the network
• ✓Single marker API - the device fetches one endpoint that returns all layers (APRS, Meshtastic, MeshCore, GRS Mesh, AIS, ADS-B, DMR, PSK, TAK, Trains) so the firmware does not call many APIs
• ✓Marker refresh - when the device has WiFi and is not in offline mode, it polls the marker API every 30 seconds for up-to-date layer data; when offline, it uses the last cached snapshot
• ✓Layer toggles - on the map screen you can show or hide each layer (mesh peers, GRS Mesh, APRS, etc.) so you can focus on what matters
• ✓Track a contact - from Messages or Nodes you can tap "Track" on someone who sent coordinates; the map centers on them and shows a distinct marker; works offline using the pre-downloaded map
• ✓Hop path - incoming messages can show the path the message took (origin → relay nodes → you); bridge nodes that relay traffic are highlighted
• ✓Closest bridge - the Nodes screen can show which bridge node is closest (best RSSI) so you know where to move for best uplink
• ✓Security: marker API requests are authenticated. Tile requests are proxied through Gearsmen servers - device IP is not exposed to third-party providers. Message integrity is verified with CRC-32 at every hop
• ✓Privacy: map data displayed on the device comes from public networks (APRS-IS, community APIs). Your device position is only shared when GPS beaconing is enabled - you control whether your location is broadcast

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Key features

• ✓19 real-time data layers: APRS, Meshtastic, MeshCore, GRS Mesh, ADS-B, AIS, DMR, PSK, Infrastructure, TAK, Trains, Disasters, Submarine Cables, GPS Jamming, Public Safety, POTA, SOTA, SondeHub, Repeaters
• ✓7 weather overlays: Radar (animated playback), Satellite IR, Severe Alerts (NWS polygons), Lightning (Blitzortung real-time), Wind, Temperature, Pressure
• ✓3D Buildings mode: toggle WebGL vector rendering for realistic 3D city buildings with tilt and rotation controls
• ✓Globe mode: full Three.js Earth with all data layers, weather composited on sphere, signal arcs, submarine cables, day/night terminator, and satellite passes
• ✓9 visual themes: Light, Dark, Midnight, Satellite, Terrain, Night Vision, Night Vision Red, Neon, Desert Tan
• ✓Fog of war overlay: hide areas outside your operational zone
• ✓Marker modes: full icons above zoom 13, compact dots below for 72k+ features at scale
• ✓Map presets: APRS Classic, Mesh Monitor, GTAK Tactical, Flight Tracker, Marine Traffic, and custom presets
• ✓Data handling: map data is aggregated from public and community sources. Position data displayed on the map is already publicly available (APRS-IS is an open network). No private position data is exposed without the user's consent
• ✓Security: all map data requests are authenticated. API endpoints are rate-limited and protected against abuse. Map tile requests are proxied through Gearsmen servers - your IP is not exposed to third-party tile providers

Key features

• ✓Org Hub: overview, member count, announcements, and team chat channels
• ✓Personnel Management: roster with roles (Admin, Officer, Field Lead, Member, Observer), invites, and departure tracking
• ✓Operations Control: incident board, alert dispatch, SITREP/AAR report templates
• ✓Org Map: shared map view filtered to org members and zones with operational, restricted, staging, and rally zone types
• ✓Calendar: shared event scheduling for training, deployments, and meetings
• ✓Resources & Logistics: asset tracking and equipment catalog
• ✓Audit Logs: full history of permission changes, member actions, and resource access
• ✓Search & Rescue: dedicated SAR operations view (planned: search segments, trail logging, coverage tracking)
• ✓Webhooks: subscribe to org events (member joins, alerts, incidents) and route to Slack, Discord, or custom endpoints
• ✓Security: role-based access control with granular permissions. All member actions logged to immutable audit trail. Permission changes require Admin role and are compliance-logged
• ✓Data governance: org data retention policies configurable per organization. GDPR data subject requests supported - members can request their personal data be removed from the organization. Full data export available for compliance audits

Key features

• ✓GRSM mode: your browser becomes a persistent mesh device with its own node ID and callsign
• ✓Device identity survives browser restarts and machine restarts (localStorage + server-side database)
• ✓Browser device fingerprinting (SHA-256 of hardware signals) for stable identity - no account required to identify the device
• ✓Setup wizard: Wi-Fi verification, region selection, optional passcode lock, device naming
• ✓Passcode lock screen: 4-digit lock with Apple-style dot indicators, auto-lock on idle
• ✓Erase All Content & Settings: reset device to factory state while preserving hardware identity
• ✓Simulator mode: up to 3 simultaneous virtual devices on a shared mesh bus
• ✓Accurate power models: per-subsystem current draw (MCU, display, LoRa TX/RX, GPS, solar) with live battery drain
• ✓Display emulation: OLED (30Hz), LCD (60Hz), E-ink (0.5Hz with refresh flash)
• ✓Bridge Mode: route simulator messages through the real GRS Mesh outbox to physical LoRa nodes
• ✓Fullscreen mode: firmware fills entire viewport - device-as-node experience
• ✓Device housing: physical case rendering with buttons, LEDs, USB port, keyboard (T-Deck)
• ✓Stolen/banned device detection: blocked devices see an error screen and cannot register
• ✓Privacy: browser fingerprinting is deterministic device identification, not behavioral tracking. Disclosed in Privacy Policy §4. Fingerprint is a SHA-256 hash - the raw signals are not stored. Users can erase device identity at any time
• ✓Security: device registration checks stolen device reports, hardware bans, and node ID bans before allowing boot. Passcodes are SHA-256 hashed server-side. All registration events are compliance-logged

Key features

• ✓Voice Rooms: create or join real-time audio channels (WebRTC)
• ✓Push-to-talk or open-mic mode
• ✓Room discovery: browse active rooms or create private ones
• ✓GRS Call: mesh-based voice dialing with Apple Phone-style interface
• ✓Dialer with callsign prefill (open via ?to=CALLSIGN)
• ✓Call history and favorites
• ✓Works alongside the live map - monitor radio traffic while talking
• ✓Privacy: voice room audio is real-time WebRTC - audio is not recorded or stored on Gearsmen servers. Room participation metadata (join/leave times) is logged for operational awareness
• ✓Security: WebRTC connections are encrypted end-to-end (SRTP). Room access is authenticated via your Gearsmen session. GRS Call voice messages are transmitted over LoRa mesh and subject to ISM band regulations

Key features

• ✓Meshtastic ↔ Iridium SBD gateway: send messages from your mesh device via satellite
• ✓GRS Mesh ↔ Iridium SBD: same bridge for GRS Mesh firmware devices
• ✓SOS capability: emergency satellite messaging when all other communications fail
• ✓Satellite pass predictions: see when Iridium satellites are overhead
• ✓Geofencing: auto-send position reports when crossing geographic boundaries
• ✓Docker-based gateway deployment for physical Iridium terminals
• ✓Message compression for efficient use of SBD data credits
• ✓Regulatory: Skybridge operates via the Iridium satellite network under ITU Radio Regulations for satellite communication. Iridium SBD is a commercial service - satellite usage fees apply per Iridium's terms
• ✓Important: Skybridge is not a substitute for dedicated emergency beacons (PLB/EPIRB). For life-threatening emergencies, use 911/112 or activate a registered PLB

Key features

• ✓Device Identity Resolver: resolves node_id, callsign, serial number, hardware fingerprint, or ICAO hex to the owning user account
• ✓Stolen Device Reports: report a device as stolen - it is blocked from registering and can trigger firmware lockdown
• ✓Hardware Banning: ban a device fingerprint permanently - it cannot register on any account
• ✓Node ID Banning: ban a specific node_id - blocks the device identity across all platforms
• ✓Browser Device Fingerprinting: SHA-256 hash of stable hardware signals (screen, GPU, CPU, timezone) for GRSM identity
• ✓Compliance Logging: SOC2, GDPR, CCPA, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS event logging for all security-relevant actions
• ✓Immediate Deletion Service: full user data wipe on account deletion (contacts, devices, messages, bots, subscriptions)
• ✓Callsign Trust System: assign trust levels to callsigns - verified, trusted, or untrusted

Key features

• ✓9 platform tabs: APRS, GRS Mesh, Meshtastic, MeshCore, DMR, ADS-B, PSK, Phone, Email
• ✓Each tab shows your linked devices/identities and their last-seen status
• ✓GRS Mesh and Meshtastic tabs include a "Live Dashboard" mode toggle for real-time device monitoring
• ✓Deep linking: ?device=grsm opens GRS Mesh tab, ?device=meshtastic opens Meshtastic tab, etc.
• ✓Device management: rename, unlink, report stolen, view activity history
• ✓GRSM devices (browser-based) appear alongside physical hardware devices
• ✓Security: device linking is authenticated - only the account owner can link or unlink devices. Stolen device reports trigger immediate blocking across all networks. All linking/unlinking events are compliance-logged
• ✓Privacy: linked device identifiers (callsigns, node IDs, serial numbers) are stored in encrypted PostgreSQL. Account deletion removes all linked identities per GDPR Article 17 and CCPA §1798.105

Key features

• ✓GX Phone Numbers: allocate a number from any available US area code (e.g. 404 for Atlanta, 212 for New York)
• ✓Claim via SMS: verify ownership of a real phone number by receiving a one-time code via inbound SMS
• ✓Area code browser: see allocation capacity per region (e.g. "404 - 523/1000 allocated")
• ✓Number status: active (green), provisional (blue, pending verification), cooldown (orange, recently retired), retired (gray)
• ✓Retire a number: remove from active use - enters a cooldown period before becoming available again
• ✓GX Email: create a handle@gx.gearsmen.app alias - one-click copy to clipboard
• ✓Multiple aliases: create several GX email addresses and mark one as primary
• ✓Separation from Linked Accounts: GX identity (internal to Gearsmen) lives here; external accounts (Gmail, real phone, callsigns) live in Linked Accounts
• ✓Privacy: GX numbers and email addresses are internal identifiers - they are not shared with third parties. Upon account deletion, all GX identities are permanently deactivated per GDPR/CCPA
• ✓SMS verification: phone claiming uses one-time verification codes delivered via SMS. Verification codes expire after 10 minutes and are single-use

Key features

• ✓Favorites tab: grid of starred contacts with gradient initials, one-tap to call
• ✓Recents tab: call history with directional arrows (outgoing blue, incoming green, missed red), call duration, device indicator
• ✓Contacts tab: full contact list with search, initials, callsign/node ID
• ✓Keypad tab: standard 4x3 phone pad with #/*, large green call button, search dropdown as you type 2+ characters
• ✓Blocked tab: manage blocked callsigns and node IDs
• ✓Device picker: when you have multiple linked devices, choose which device the call originates from
• ✓Voice recording: inline mic recorder with duration display - record your message, then send
• ✓Estimated delivery time: shown before sending, based on mesh topology and bridge availability
• ✓Deep link support: open with ?to=CALLSIGN to prefill the dialer
• ✓Privacy: voice messages are transmitted over the mesh network and delivered to the target device. Voice data is not stored on Gearsmen servers after delivery. ISM band regulations apply to all LoRa transmissions

Key features

• ✓Live tab: real-time signal list with RSSI strength bars, frequency, signal name, modulation type
• ✓Sessions tab: saved scan sessions with duration, signal count, timestamp
• ✓Detail tab: deep dive into a selected signal - modulation, bandwidth, SNR estimates
• ✓Analysis tab: charts and heatmaps of signal strength over time
• ✓Browser BLE scanning: works standalone via Web Bluetooth API (no external hardware needed)
• ✓GRSM device integration: adds WiFi and cellular scan capability when a GRS Mesh device is connected
• ✓Filter by type: WiFi, BLE, cellular, or all signals
• ✓Export data: download scan results as CSV (WiGLE-compatible format) or JSON
• ✓Regulatory: RF scanning is receive-only (passive monitoring) - no signals are transmitted. Compliant with FCC Part 15 for radio receivers. Scanning does not intercept encrypted communications content
• ✓Privacy: scan data is stored only in your account. Sessions are not shared with third parties. Delete sessions at any time from the dashboard

Key features

• ✓Dual-path beaconing: APRS-IS (internet) and/or TNC (radio) - checkboxes to select
• ✓SmartBeacon algorithm: fast moving = frequent beacons, stationary = sparse beacons, turning = immediate beacon
• ✓Symbol picker: dropdown with APRS symbol options (car, plane, house, etc.) with icon previews
• ✓Custom comment: text attached to each beacon (e.g. "Gearsmen APRS", "SAR Team 3")
• ✓Digipeater path: configurable (e.g. WIDE1-1,WIDE2-1) for radio propagation
• ✓Altitude transmission: optional checkbox to include elevation data
• ✓Interval controls: min interval (10-60s), max interval (60-3600s), with SmartBeacon toggle
• ✓Live GPS readout: latitude/longitude in DMS format, altitude, speed, heading, fix accuracy
• ✓TNC connection: USB serial or Bluetooth radio pairing
• ✓Ambiguity slider: 0-4 levels to blur your coordinates for privacy (0 = exact, 4 = 10km precision loss)
• ✓Beacon status: last beacon time, next scheduled beacon, total transmission count
• ✓Regulatory: APRS beaconing over radio requires a valid amateur radio license (FCC Part 97 for US operators). APRS-IS (internet) beaconing does not require a license but uses your linked callsign for identification
• ✓Privacy: the ambiguity slider lets you intentionally degrade your position accuracy for privacy (up to 10km precision loss). Position data transmitted via APRS-IS is publicly visible on the open APRS network

Key features

• ✓All devices list: linked GRSM/Meshtastic devices with online/offline status, battery %, last seen time
• ✓ThermoShield: configurable temperature thresholds - warning, CPU throttle, and emergency shutdown temperatures (in Celsius)
• ✓Voltage floor: minimum operating voltage (mV) before forced shutdown
• ✓DataGate: network firewall with presets - Open Relay (full relay), Field Ops (normal + cloud sync), Local Mesh Only (air-gapped)
• ✓DataGate hop whitelist/blacklist: control which node IDs can relay through your device
• ✓DataGate receive mode: accept from any node, or whitelist-only
• ✓DataGate gate log: table of blocked/allowed packets with direction, type, and origin node ID
• ✓Connect Device: QR code scanner or manual node ID entry for pairing new devices
• ✓LastPin: shows last GPS position, age of last ping, and map button to view on APRS map
• ✓Hotspot: Wi-Fi tethering configuration - SSID, password, max clients, band, idle timeout, data caps
• ✓Security: DataGate provides network-level access control - audit every packet your device relays. ThermoShield events are logged for diagnostics. Hotspot passwords are stored only on the device firmware
• ✓Device safety: ThermoShield emergency shutdown protects hardware from damage. All threshold events are logged with raw sensor values for field diagnostics and post-incident review

Key features

• ✓File types: Firmware (blue), Configs (cyan), Keys (amber), Files (black) - each with distinct icon
• ✓Automatic encryption: files are encrypted server-side with AES-256-GCM upon upload
• ✓Filter tabs: All, Firmware, Configs, Keys, Files - quick filtering by type
• ✓File details: name, size, encryption status (lock icon), signature status (checkmark), upload date
• ✓Upload: click button → select file → automatically encrypted and stored
• ✓Download: decrypts and saves to your local device
• ✓Delete: permanently remove from vault
• ✓Search: filter entries by filename
• ✓Security: AES-256-GCM encryption at rest - industry standard used by government and financial institutions. Encryption keys are managed server-side and never exposed to the client
• ✓Compliance: files are retained while your account is active. Account deletion permanently removes all vault data per GDPR Article 17 and CCPA §1798.105

Key features

• ✓Send tab: choose what to share - contact card, file, profile, or network invite
• ✓Inbox tab: incoming drops with sender info, type, and accept/decline buttons
• ✓History tab: past drops (sent and received) with timestamps
• ✓Info tab: 3-step explanation of how NodeDrop works
• ✓Status badges: Pending (orange), Accepted (green), Declined (red), Expired (gray)
• ✓Automatic discovery: passive BLE/LoRa beacon detection for nearby devices
• ✓Transfer methods: BLE (fast, ~1-5 min for contacts) or LoRa (long range, ~15-30 min for files)
• ✓Drops expire after 24 hours if not accepted
• ✓Privacy: NodeDrop transfers are peer-to-peer between devices. File content is not stored on Gearsmen servers. Both sender and receiver must explicitly consent (accept/decline) before data is transferred

Key features

• ✓Apple News-style layout: hero cards (large image + title) and smaller story tiles in a responsive grid
• ✓Source filters: Reddit, YouTube, GitHub, Instagram, News - tap to filter by source
• ✓Source icons: Reddit (orange), YouTube (red play button), GitHub (octocat), Instagram (gradient)
• ✓Story cards: thumbnail, source logo, title, summary, publication date
• ✓Open story: tap to open the original URL in a new tab
• ✓Auto-pagination: more stories load as you scroll to the bottom
• ✓Privacy: the News Center aggregates publicly available content. No personal data is shared with content sources. Gearsmen does not track which stories you read

Key features

• ✓API key management: create named keys, view last-used date, revoke keys
• ✓One-time key display: the full key is shown once upon creation - copy it immediately (no retrieval)
• ✓Endpoint catalog: ~13 documented endpoints (voice contacts, radio activity, status beacons, groups, voicemail, APRS positions, TTS, DTMF, group broadcast, etc.)
• ✓Data availability indicators: Growing (blue), Active (green), Low/no data yet (amber) - shows live counts
• ✓Authentication: Bearer token in Authorization header, or key= in request body
• ✓Rate limits: per-key limits enforced - excessive usage may result in key revocation
• ✓Security: API keys are hashed server-side after initial display - the full key cannot be retrieved after creation. Keys are scoped to your account and cannot access other users' data
• ✓Compliance: API usage is logged for audit purposes. Keys used in violation of the Terms of Service may be revoked without notice. Developers are responsible for complying with applicable law in their integrations

Key features

• ✓Browse apps: card grid with app name, icon, ratings, review count, install count
• ✓Install: one-tap install to your linked GRS Mesh device
• ✓Developer Portal: register as a developer, create apps, submit for review
• ✓Submission workflow: Draft → Pending Review → In Review → Approved → Live (or Changes Requested / Rejected)
• ✓Automated checks: syntax validation, capability scans, security review
• ✓Version history: see all submitted versions with status badges and rejection reasons
• ✓Publish/unpublish: self-service toggle to make your app visible or hidden
• ✓Bundle ID: unique identifier for each app (reverse-domain style)
• ✓Security: all submissions undergo automated security review (syntax validation, capability scans). Malicious code results in rejection and potential account suspension per Terms of Service §9
• ✓Developer responsibility: submitted apps must include accurate metadata, privacy policies, and support contact information. Apps must not contain malware, hidden functionality, or code that violates applicable law

Key features

• ✓CLI-style interface: dark background, monospace font, green text (xterm aesthetic)
• ✓Boot animation: ASCII art welcome banner with version and uptime
• ✓Auto-complete: suggestions dropdown as you type, Tab key to complete
• ✓Command history: arrow keys cycle through previous commands
• ✓Commands: help, clear, status, version, map, mesh, nodes, aprs, account, prefs, navigate, api, whoami, date, echo, firmware, device, logs, network, settings, profile, notifications, beacon, sms, contacts, and more
• ✓Navigation: type "navigate map" or "nav mesh" to jump to any dashboard section
• ✓Keyboard shortcuts: Ctrl+C (clear input), Ctrl+L (clear screen), exit/quit (leave terminal)
• ✓Security: terminal commands run within your authenticated session scope. No root/system-level access - commands are limited to dashboard operations and your account data. All terminal actions are subject to the same permission checks as the GUI

Key features

• ✓Rule builder: dropdown menus for sensor → condition → value → action
• ✓Sensor types: temperature (°C), voltage (mV), battery (%), altitude (m), distance from home (m), motion detection
• ✓Conditions: greater than, less than, equals, not equals, in range
• ✓Actions: dashboard alert (notification), SMS to phone, email, APRS reply to callsign, throttle CPU, shutdown device
• ✓Enable/disable per rule: toggle individual rules on and off
• ✓Rule history log: every trigger with timestamp, raw sensor value, and action taken
• ✓Visualization: graph of sensor values over time with threshold events marked
• ✓Multi-source: unified rule engine for APRS telemetry packets, Meshtastic environment data, and GRS Mesh device sensors
• ✓Security: telemetry data is scoped to your account. Alert rules execute server-side - no sensitive data is exposed to the client. SMS alerts from telemetry rules comply with TCPA opt-in requirements

Key features

• ✓Current conditions hero card: animated weather icon, temperature, feels-like, humidity, cloud cover, wind speed and direction
• ✓Hourly forecast: scrollable 48-hour timeline with temps, icons, and precipitation probability
• ✓7-day forecast: daily cards with high/low temps, conditions, and rain chance
• ✓Detail cards: Wind compass with gust/direction, humidity gauge, barometric pressure with trend arrow, UV index arc, visibility distance, sunrise/sunset times
• ✓Device sensor overlay: live data from linked GRS Mesh nodes (temperature, humidity, pressure, battery %) shown alongside weather API data
• ✓Military/operations section: wind rose diagram and mission weather brief for field teams
• ✓Weather-based gradient backgrounds: card colors shift based on conditions and day/night
• ✓Mini sparkline charts for temperature trends and precipitation bar charts
• ✓Data source: Open-Meteo API (free, no key required) via /api/gearsmen/weather
• ✓Privacy: weather requests use your approximate location (city-level) - exact GPS coordinates are not shared with weather API providers. Device sensor data from linked GRS Mesh nodes is visible only to the device owner

Key features

• ✓Alphabetically grouped contact list with search and lazy loading
• ✓Rich contact detail card: avatar, banner, name, callsign, multiple phones/emails/URLs/addresses
• ✓My Card: your own profile with all mesh identifiers, license class, grid square, TAK UID
• ✓Multi-value fields: multiple phone numbers, emails, callsigns, node IDs, frequencies, social profiles, satellite device IMEIs
• ✓Trusted Allies: integration with the alliance system - accepted allies appear in your contacts
• ✓Voice contacts: suggested contacts populated from DMR activity history
• ✓Contact sources: color-coded badges showing origin (Manual, Device, AirDrop, Mesh, System)
• ✓Add, edit, delete, favorite, mark emergency contacts
• ✓Avatar upload with image handling
• ✓CSV import for bulk contact entry
• ✓Offline support: contacts cached locally, pending changes queued via service worker and synced when online
• ✓Default "Gearsmen Support" contact auto-seeded on first load
• ✓Data protection: contact data is stored in encrypted PostgreSQL and accessible only by your account. You may export or delete all contact data at any time per GDPR Article 20 (data portability) and Article 17 (right to erasure)
• ✓Privacy: contacts are never shared with third parties. Offline cached data is stored in your browser only and cleared when you clear site data

Key features

• ✓Conversation list (left panel): network badge with gradient color, last message preview, unread count, timestamp
• ✓Chat view (right panel): incoming/outgoing bubbles grouped by conversation pair
• ✓Network filter tabs: All, APRS, Mesh, MeshCore, GRS Mesh, Satellite, SMS, TAK, Voicemail, Support, Org - each with distinct icon
• ✓Message types: text messages, call events (in-call/missed/answered), group broadcasts (with group name and member count), org channel messages, voicemail, media offers (voice/photo/file)
• ✓Compose: rich message editor with To, CC, body, and subject (for email-style messages)
• ✓Actions: reply, forward, mark read/unread, delete, copy callsign/message to clipboard
• ✓Keyboard shortcuts: j/arrow-down = next message, k/arrow-up = previous, etc.
• ✓Deep link support: ?to=CALLSIGN opens compose to that recipient
• ✓Lazy loading: 100 messages initial, loads more on scroll (up to 1000)
• ✓Smart mesh delivery time estimates for store-and-forward messages
• ✓Dominant network detection: conversations show which network is most active
• ✓Data retention: messages are retained for up to 90 days for delivery and debugging, then purged per Privacy Policy §5. APRS messages transmitted via APRS-IS are publicly visible on the open APRS network
• ✓Security: all message data is encrypted in transit (TLS). Message content is accessible only by the sender and recipient accounts. Account deletion removes all message history per GDPR/CCPA

Key features

• ✓Time-grouped notifications: Today, Yesterday, This Week, Earlier
• ✓Notification types: Message, Call, Warning, Error, Success, Device, Security, Billing, System
• ✓Platform-specific notifications: APRS, Meshtastic, DMR, GRS Mesh, PSK, Winlink, D-Star, Email
• ✓Inbox filters: All, Unread, Read
• ✓Mark as read/unread, delete individual notifications, "Mark all as read"
• ✓Deep linking: click a notification to navigate to its source (messages, grs-call, my-ids, account settings, billing)
• ✓Preferences tab: toggle notification types on/off per category
• ✓Stat badges: total count and unread count displayed in header
• ✓Toast messages for actions (success/error feedback)
• ✓Security: security-type notifications (login from new device, permission changes) are generated by the compliance logging system and cannot be suppressed. All notification delivery events are audit-logged

Key features

• ✓Stations tab: search and filter by callsign, station type, or network
• ✓Moving tab: active mobile stations with real-time speed, heading, and course data
• ✓Mesh Routing tab: mesh network topology visualization with hop counts, RSSI, and SNR per segment
• ✓Packet Paths tab: message routing history showing full relay chains with deep packet inspection
• ✓Callsign Lookup tab: QRZ-style callsign database search with license details
• ✓Deep link support: URL params ?nodeId=, ?pathId=, ?packet=, ?msgId= auto-select the right tab and item
• ✓Full-height scrollable content per tab
• ✓Data sources: station data comes from public networks (APRS-IS, Meshtastic MQTT, community APIs). Position data displayed is already publicly available. QRZ callsign lookup uses publicly accessible FCC license records

Key features

• ✓TAK data layer on the live map: cursor-on-target positions, team names, and tactical markers
• ✓TAK network bridge settings: configure TAK server connection and CoT forwarding
• ✓TAK UIDs stored in contacts for cross-platform identification
• ✓TAK messages appear in the unified Message Viewer
• ✓Security: TAK server connections are authenticated. CoT data is transmitted over TLS. TAK is used by US DoD and first responders - Gearsmen integration follows standard TAK interoperability protocols

Key features

• ✓Dual inbox: GX Inbox (native email) and Winlink (ham radio email)
• ✓Tabs: GX Inbox, Winlink, Sent, Drafts, Trash, Contacts, Forms, Logs
• ✓Compose pane: To, CC, Subject, Body with send and save-as-draft
• ✓Reply, forward, delete, mark read actions on each message
• ✓GX Email: auto-provisioned handle@gx.gearsmen.app alias, copy address, manage settings
• ✓Winlink: traditional Winlink email via gateway, supports standard Winlink addressing
• ✓Contacts tab: email address book management (add, edit, delete)
• ✓Forms tab: Winlink form templates library - apply templates to compose
• ✓Logs tab: system event log with CSV export
• ✓Keyboard shortcuts: j/k for navigation, n for new message
• ✓Search across folders, folder unread counts, 30-second auto-refresh
• ✓Security: all email connections encrypted with TLS. GX email is internal to Gearsmen - not routed through third-party SMTP providers. Winlink email complies with FCC Part 97 for amateur radio email transmission
• ✓Data retention: email messages are retained while your account is active. Account deletion removes all email data per GDPR Article 17 and CCPA §1798.105

Key features

• ✓Campaign creation wizard: select placement (sidebar, header, various sizes), upload creative, set date range and budget, optional priority scheduling
• ✓Campaign management: pause, resume, take down, delete campaigns
• ✓Analytics: impressions, clicks, CTR, daily chart, trends
• ✓Spend summary cards: total spent, active campaigns, total impressions, total clicks
• ✓Status tracking: active, pending review, paused, rejected (with reason), archived
• ✓Queue system: limits concurrent campaigns per placement, shows estimated wait time
• ✓Priority scheduling: pay a surcharge for priority queue placement
• ✓Payment: Stripe integration for campaign payment, post-payment redirect handling
• ✓How It Works onboarding: 4-step guide shown for new advertisers
• ✓Content review: all ad campaigns are reviewed before publication. Campaigns containing prohibited content (deceptive, illegal, or violating Terms of Service) are rejected
• ✓Payment security: payments processed by Stripe (PCI DSS Level 1 compliant). Gearsmen does not store credit card numbers - all payment data is handled by Stripe under their privacy policy

Key features

• ✓19+ real-time data layers toggleable from the controls panel
• ✓7 weather overlays: animated radar, satellite IR, NWS severe alerts, real-time lightning, wind, temperature, pressure
• ✓3D Buildings mode: Google Maps WebGL vector rendering with tilt and rotation controls
• ✓Globe mode: Three.js Earth with all layers, signal arcs, submarine cables, day/night terminator
• ✓9 visual themes: Light, Dark, Midnight, Satellite, Terrain, Night Vision, Night Vision Red, Neon, Desert Tan
• ✓Station inspector panel: click any marker to see callsign, position (DMS), last heard, RSSI/SNR, battery, device type, frequency, path
• ✓Inspector actions: message station, view on map, share location
• ✓Map mode presets: save and recall layer combinations (APRS-focused, Mesh-focused, Aviation, etc.)
• ✓Dot mode: below zoom 13, all markers render as tiny dots for performance with 72k+ features
• ✓Shareable map links: URL params encode center, zoom, and selected station
• ✓Data sources: all map data comes from public or community sources. APRS-IS is an open network. ADS-B data is publicly broadcast. No private position data is displayed without the user's opt-in consent

Key features

• ✓All-orgs grid: cards showing org name, category badge, member count, creation date, active operations
• ✓Category filters: All, Emergency, Military, Ham Radio, SAR, Community, Government, Other
• ✓Search by organization name
• ✓Create Organization wizard: basic info (name, description, category, logo) → team setup (roles, invites) → settings (visibility, permissions) → complete
• ✓Active org Overview tab: banner with metrics, quick links to all org views, recent activity timeline, member preview, upcoming events
• ✓Structure tab: organizational chart with role hierarchy (Commander → Executive Officer → Team Leaders → Members)
• ✓Partnerships tab: partner organization list, joint operations, invite partners, accept/decline proposals
• ✓Security: organization creation and management require authenticated accounts. All org operations are logged to the audit trail for compliance and accountability

Key features

• ✓Members tab: member list with avatar, name, callsign, rank insignia badge, role, readiness status, GPS/online indicators
• ✓Rank insignia: Commander (★), Executive Officer (◆), Senior NCO (▲), Sergeant/Team Lead (■), Specialist (◇), Operator (●), Trainee/Recruit (○)
• ✓Readiness status: Available (green), On Duty (blue), Standby (orange), Unavailable (red), Deployed (purple)
• ✓Trail visualization: toggle 24-hour position history with fade gradient, timestamps, coordinates
• ✓Invites tab: pending invite list with recipient, inviter, status (pending/accepted/expired), resend and revoke buttons
• ✓Training tab: certifications tracker with completion status, expiry dates, level progression, attached records
• ✓Transfers tab: member transfer history between organizations with approval status
• ✓Actions: edit member role/rank, remove member, invite new members via email, request position sharing
• ✓Privacy: GPS sharing is opt-in - members control whether their position is visible to the organization. Position history (trails) is retained for up to 30 days per Privacy Policy §5
• ✓Data rights: individual members may request removal of their personal data from an organization at any time per GDPR Article 17. All roster changes are logged to the immutable audit trail

Key features

• ✓Members tab: live member positions on map, click for 24h trail polyline with timestamps, trails ON/OFF toggle
• ✓Fleet tab: device status list with device ID, status badge (Active/Lost/Compromised/Returned/Retired), battery, GPS, assigned member, hardware model
• ✓Zones tab: create circle zones (center + radius, "use my location" button) or polygon zones (add vertices), zone types: Operational (blue), Restricted (red), Staging (orange), Rally (green), Monitoring (purple), Custom (gray)
• ✓Routes tab: create patrol/supply/evacuation/comms-check routes with waypoints (lat/lng pairs), route type badges
• ✓"Open Full Map" button to draw zones and routes on the main map
• ✓Permission-gated: view_fleet permission required for fleet tab, manage_zones for zone/route editing
• ✓Privacy: member location tracking is opt-in. Zone and route data is scoped to the organization and not shared externally. Fleet device data is accessible only to members with view_fleet permission

Key features

• ✓Alerts tab: alert list with severity badges (Emergency/Critical/Warning/Info), status (Active/Resolved/Acknowledged), broadcast alerts to org
• ✓Roll Call tab: quick member attendance check-in with status indicators, bulk check-in, attendance summary (X/Y checked in)
• ✓Active Ops tab: live operations with status (Active/Planning/Completed/Suspended), lead member, team count, pause/resume/complete controls
• ✓Joint Ops tab: multi-organization operations, partner orgs involved, coordination status, cross-org communication
• ✓Reports tab: 4 templates - SITREP (situation report), AAR (after action review), Incident Report, SPOT (specific point observation) - each color-coded with typed fields and photo attachments
• ✓Scheduled Tasks tab: time-based notifications, daily briefings, recurrence options
• ✓Resources tab: supply/equipment/personnel request tracking with priority levels and status (pending/approved/fulfilled/denied)
• ✓Accountability: all operational actions (alert dispatch, roll call, status changes, report submissions) are logged to the org audit trail with actor, timestamp, and action details

Key features

• ✓Month view: calendar grid with color-coded events (Training: blue, Operation: red, Exercise: orange, Social: green, Meeting: purple, Maintenance: gray), "+N more" overflow
• ✓Week view: 7-column × 24-hour grid with events in time slots, click empty slot to create
• ✓Day view: single-day 24-hour grid with RSVP buttons (Yes/Maybe/No) on each event
• ✓Agenda view: chronological event list with type badges, description, location, RSVP buttons and count summary
• ✓Shifts view: member × day table, click "+" to assign shifts, shift type badges, delete on hover
• ✓Event creation: title, description, type (7 options), start/end time, location, all-day toggle
• ✓RSVP system: Going / Maybe / Not Going per member
• ✓iCal Subscribe: generates calendar feed URL for Apple Calendar / Google Calendar / Outlook
• ✓iCal Export: download all events as .ics file
• ✓Navigation: prev/next, "Today" button
• ✓Data export: iCal feeds and .ics exports contain event data only - no personal member data is included in calendar exports. Calendar data is scoped to the organization

Key features

• ✓Assets tab: inventory of equipment (radios, vehicles, medical supplies), status tracking (Available/Checked Out/Maintenance/Lost/Retired), check out/return workflow, serial numbers, storage locations
• ✓Documents tab: document library with versioning, access control (All Members/Admins Only/Custom), file upload, category (Operations/Training/Personnel/Other), revision history
• ✓Configs tab: device configuration profiles (radio presets, frequency sets), import/export as JSON for backup
• ✓Fleet tab: device list with status, battery, GPS, assignment, remote control (send commands, firmware update, restart, retire)
• ✓Vault tab: encrypted storage for sensitive credentials (API keys, passwords, admin notes), access log showing who accessed what
• ✓Exports tab: export org data (Assets/Documents/Configs/Fleet/All) as JSON or CSV, export history with watermark IDs for compliance, auto-expiry after 7 days
• ✓Security: vault credentials are encrypted at rest. Document access is controlled by permission roles. All resource access is logged to the audit trail
• ✓Compliance: data exports include watermark IDs for tracking and accountability. Exports auto-expire after 7 days. Export permissions are role-gated (export_data permission required)

Key features

• ✓General tab: org name, description, category, logo upload, accent color, contact info
• ✓Permissions tab: role editor (Commander/XO/Operator/Trainee + custom), permission grid (role × permission matrix with toggles), user-level overrides, permission audit log
• ✓Devices tab: device approval workflow (auto/manual), max devices per member, firmware update policy
• ✓Visibility tab: public/private org, member list visibility, location sharing default, operations visibility
• ✓Retention tab: data retention policies for audit logs, messages, position history, reports - GDPR purge on request
• ✓Integrations tab: Slack webhook, Discord integration, custom webhook endpoint, API key management
• ✓Notifications tab: sound pack selector (Standard/Tactical/Silent), per-type toggles (Alerts/Events/Reports/Member Actions/System), Do Not Disturb schedule
• ✓Docs tab: organization policies, code of conduct, SOPs with version control
• ✓Danger Zone: encryption key rotation, data purge panel, leave organization, disband organization (all with confirmation)
• ✓Playbook Runner: one-click automated workflows (e.g. "Activate SAR Mode" creates mission + assigns teams + sends alerts)
• ✓Security: permission audit trail is immutable - permission changes cannot be deleted or backdated. Danger zone actions require explicit confirmation and are double-logged
• ✓GDPR compliance: data retention policies support automated purge schedules. Data purge operations are irreversible and compliance-logged. Members can exercise data subject rights (access, rectification, erasure) through the org admin

Key features

• ✓Timeline tab: chronological event list with color-coded action dots (member: blue, alert: red, channel: green, permission: orange, device: purple, asset: orange, document: green, settings: gray)
• ✓Audit Log tab: detailed activity log with 8 action-type filters (All/Members/Alerts/Permissions/Devices/Channels/Assets/Settings), actor name, action, target, JSON change diff, timestamp
• ✓Exports tab: request data exports (Roster/Messages/Audit Logs/Assets/Events/Full Data Dump), format selector (JSON/CSV), export history with status (Pending/Approved/Processing/Completed/Denied/Expired)
• ✓Completed exports: download link, file size, watermark ID for tracking, auto-expiry after 7 days
• ✓Permission-gated: export_data permission required for data export requests
• ✓Compliance: audit logs are aligned with SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001 Annex A.12, and GDPR Article 30 requirements. Logs are immutable - entries cannot be modified or deleted after creation
• ✓Data exports include watermark IDs for chain-of-custody tracking. All audit log access is itself logged (meta-auditing) for complete accountability

Key features

• ✓11 operational tabs: COP, Missions, Segments, Teams, Tracking, Clues, Timeline, Dossiers, Drawings, Overlays, Export
• ✓Mission types: SAR, Training, Patrol, Tactical, Disaster, Custom
• ✓Search tactics: hasty, grid, sweep, contour, attraction, type 1/2/3
• ✓Segment priority 1-5 with color gradients and status color coding
• ✓Team check-in monitoring with overdue alerts
• ✓GPS tracking with breadcrumb trails and geofence boundary alerts
• ✓Evidence/clue logging with GPS, photos, and IPP distance/bearing
• ✓Tactical drawing tools for freehand map annotations
• ✓Georeferenced overlay uploads (aerial imagery, topo maps, floor plans)
• ✓Export to JSON, KMZ, or PDF with watermarking for compliance
• ✓SAR symbol library: military-standard tactical icons for positions, command posts, hazards, checkpoints
• ✓Data governance: all mission data is scoped to the organization. Exports include watermark IDs for chain-of-custody compliance. Georeferenced overlays have access-controlled sharing with time-limited links
• ✓Important: SAR Field Command is a planning and coordination tool. It does not replace emergency services (911/112) or certified SAR management systems required by your jurisdiction. Always follow your agency's incident command system (ICS) protocols

Key features

• ✓Works in Chrome and Edge on desktop - Firefox does not support WebSerial
• ✓Auto-detects your board by USB VID/PID; you can override the selection
• ✓Shows latest and previous firmware versions per board
• ✓Verifies checksum after download before writing to device
• ✓Shows "Coming soon" for boards without firmware yet - no broken flows
• ✓After flashing: link your device in GRS Mesh → Link a device to activate cloud features