The Story Behind HandsUp

We believe everyone deserves to walk into a high-stakes moment prepared, protected, and never alone. HandsUp was built to make that real.

Why Us?

Built around three pillars — record, protect, connect — HandsUp is the only consumer app that combines verified incident recording, dashcam-to-insurance integration, and an on-demand lawyer network in one tap.

500K+

Recordings stored

10K+

Members protected

30%

Avg insurance savings

Join us

We're hiring across product, engineering, legal, and partnerships. Come help build the safety infrastructure for everyone.

💼 Brand Marketing Lead
Marketing
Full Time
Remote, US
🎨 Senior Product Designer
Design
Full Time
Remote, US
📱 Senior Mobile Engineer
Engineering
Full Time
Remote, US
⚖️ Legal Network Director
Legal
Full Time
Remote, US

Real People. Real Moments.

Members share what HandsUp helped them capture, document, and resolve when it mattered most.

"I keep HandsUp running every time I drive. When someone ran a red light and hit me, the timestamped footage made my insurance claim a five-day open and shut case."
Marcus Bell
HandsUp member, Atlanta GA
"I got pulled over last spring and instinctively hit record. Knowing the audio and video were encrypted and uploaded immediately took the panic out of the moment — and made the whole stop calmer for everyone."
Priya Nair
HandsUp member, Brooklyn NY
"After a fender bender, I tapped the lawyer network and was speaking with an attorney within an hour. Having that backup at the worst moment of my week meant everything."
Daniel Ortega
HandsUp member, Phoenix AZ
"I keep HandsUp running every time I drive. When someone ran a red light and hit me, the timestamped footage made my insurance claim a five-day open and shut case."
Marcus Bell
HandsUp member, Atlanta GA
"I got pulled over last spring and instinctively hit record. Knowing the audio and video were encrypted and uploaded immediately took the panic out of the moment — and made the whole stop calmer for everyone."
Priya Nair
HandsUp member, Brooklyn NY
"After a fender bender, I tapped the lawyer network and was speaking with an attorney within an hour. Having that backup at the worst moment of my week meant everything."
Daniel Ortega
HandsUp member, Phoenix AZ
"I keep HandsUp running every time I drive. When someone ran a red light and hit me, the timestamped footage made my insurance claim a five-day open and shut case."
Marcus Bell
HandsUp member, Atlanta GA

Know Your Rights. Know Your Tools.

Plain-language guides on recording laws, traffic stops, dashcam evidence, and how to protect yourself in every state.

Recording Police in All 50 States: A Plain-English Guide to Your Rights

What you can legally record in every state — and what to know before you press record.

October 18, 2025
How Dashcam Footage Can Lower Your Insurance Premiums by Up to 30%

How sharing safe-driving data with partnered insurers can drop your premium by up to 30%.

March 4, 2025
What to Do After a Car Accident: A 5-Step Evidence Checklist

Five steps to capture the evidence that matters in the minutes after a collision.

December 12, 2024

Common Questions, Clear Answers

Everything you need to know about recording, storage, insurance, and the lawyer network.

Is recording police encounters legal?
Yes — in all 50 states, you have the right to record police performing their duties in public. Specific consent rules vary by state, and HandsUp's Know Your Rights resources break down the law for every state so you always know what's protected before you press record.
Where are my recordings stored?
Every recording is encrypted on your device the moment it begins and uploaded to secure HandsUp cloud storage in real time. Your footage stays yours, accessible only to you, and is preserved even if your phone is damaged or lost.
How does the dashcam insurance integration work?
When dashcam mode is on, HandsUp captures continuous video while you drive and securely shares anonymized telematics data with partnered insurers. Safe driving habits unlock real premium discounts — up to 30% with select carriers.
How do I connect with a lawyer through the app?
Tap the lawyer network from any incident or any time you need legal guidance. HandsUp matches you with verified attorneys in your state who specialize in your specific situation — traffic stops, accident claims, civil rights matters, and more.
What does HandsUp cost?
HandsUp offers a free tier with core recording features and a paid tier that unlocks dashcam insurance integration, the lawyer network, and expanded cloud storage. See the Pricing page for current plans and partner discounts.
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Document Every Moment with HandsUp

HandsUp brings together one-tap incident recording, dashcam-to-insurance integration, and an on-demand lawyer network — built for the moments that matter most.