Terms of Use

Last updated: November 2026

By using Dispatch Watch you agree to these terms. The service is free and provided as-is.

Not an emergency service. Dispatch Watch is for information and situational awareness only. Audio is delayed, feeds can drop, and AI transcription can be wrong. Never rely on it for safety decisions. In an emergency, call 911.

What this is

Dispatch Watch is an independent front-end that transcribes and maps publicly available public-safety radio feeds. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by any law-enforcement, fire, or government agency.

Acceptable use

Use the service for lawful, personal, non-commercial purposes.
Don't use it to harass, stalk, intimidate, or interfere with anyone, or with any public-safety operation.
Don't attempt to overload, scrape, or abuse the service or its on-demand county builder. Non-admin accounts may start one new county per day.
Provide accurate information at sign-up and keep your credentials secure. You're responsible for activity on your account and for any API keys you supply.

Feeds and data

Scanner feeds are provided by their respective operators and remain subject to their terms; Dispatch Watch does not own them. Map data is © OpenStreetMap contributors. Transcription uses AI providers through the keys you supply.

No warranty

The service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We don't guarantee accuracy, availability, or fitness for any purpose. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not liable for any damages arising from use of the service.

Availability and changes

Coverage, features, and these terms may change at any time. We may limit or suspend access to protect the service. Continued use after changes means you accept the updated terms.

Contact

Questions about these terms? Contact the site operator.