Vector Guard - Bug Identifier

Name: Vector Guard - Bug Identifier
Rating: 4.9 (49 reviews)
Author: BUILT BY FOUNDRY, INC.

By Real Insect Risk Scientist

Free · In‑App Purchases · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.

49 Ratings
Age Rating

13+
Years
Category

Reference
Developer

BUILT BY FOUNDRY, INC.
Language

EN
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Size

58.1
MB

Introducing pet protection! Transforming research into life-saving disease prevention intelligence. Get real-time risk assessments for ticks, mosquitoes, and disease-carrying insects before outdoor activities. Built on 5+ years of field research by epidemiologist Ellie Fausett, Vector Guard gives expert-level prevention knowledge for hikers, families, and outdoor workers. KEY FEATURES: - Real-time vector risk maps for any location - Species identification with safety guidance - Seasonal forecasting and 7-day predictions - Expert prevention tips from PhD research - AI-powered tick identification camera - Offline access for remote areas Unlike generic bug ID apps, Vector Guard uses actual field data from PhD-level research. Every risk assessment is validated by real epidemiological studies. Starting with tick-borne diseases in North America, expanding to malaria and dengue prevention worldwide. Technology serving humanity's most vulnerable populations. Perfect for hikers, campers, families, park rangers, outdoor workers, and anyone who values science-based disease prevention. Privacy Policy URL: https://vectorguard.app/privacy Terms of Use (EULA) URL: https://vectorguard.app/terms

Events

SPECIAL EVENT
Fall Tick Watch

Photograph a tick during the autumn peak to identify the species, follow removal steps, and see your state's risk.

Ratings & Reviews

4.9

out of 5

49 Ratings

Amazing App!!
10/18/2025
NYCHiker1
This app is phenomenal and so helpful! I’m taking my family on a hike and now I’ll know if we’re going to an area with a high tick or mosquito presence! Kudos to Ellie for designing this app!
Amazing App!!
10/18/2025
NYCHiker1

This app is phenomenal and so helpful! I’m taking my family on a hike and now I’ll know if we’re going to an area with a high tick or mosquito presence! Kudos to Ellie for designing this app!
Amazing tool
10/10/2025
SVbug10
Great for education and family safety
Amazing tool
10/10/2025
SVbug10

Great for education and family safety
Awesome App
Sep 3
SharpeKat
Developed by Entomologists from the largest, & worldwide organization of insect & tick-borne disease experts.
Awesome App
Sep 3
SharpeKat

Developed by Entomologists from the largest, & worldwide organization of insect & tick-borne disease experts.

Support is easier to reach. The contact address in Settings and the support link on this listing now both go to the Vector Guard support page and the inbox our team answers from.

Version 26.09.18 Sep 19

Data Linked to You

The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:
- Contact Info
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The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:
- User Content

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Information

Seller: BUILT BY FOUNDRY, INC.
Size: 58.1 MB
Category: Reference
Compatibility: Requires iOS 18.0 or later.

iPhone
Requires iOS 18.0 or later.

iPad
Requires iPadOS 18.0 or later.

Mac
Requires macOS 15.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.

Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 2.0 or later.
Languages: English and 11 more

English, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Turkish
Age Rating: 13+

13+

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In-App Purchases: Yes

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