Frequently Asked Questions

Firework Pet Alert is a free, community-driven alert system that connects people who are planning firework displays with nearby pet owners, residents and anyone who would benefit from advance notice. When someone registers a display, neighbours in the surrounding area receive a heads-up so they can prepare.

Yes — completely free, for both display organisers and alert subscribers. There are no hidden charges, premium tiers or paywalls.

You can register a firework display without creating an account — just provide your email for a one-time verification. If you want to receive ongoing alerts for your area, signing up takes under 60 seconds and lets you manage your preferences from a personal dashboard.

When someone registers a firework display, we notify subscribers whose postcode falls within the estimated sound radius of the event. Alerts are sent by email and — if you have opted in — by push notification. Typical timing is 72 h (push), optional 48 h follow-up (push and email), 24 h safety-net reminder (push and email), and 2 h final push reminder.

It depends on when the organiser registers their display. Most members receive their first scheduled reminder around 72 hours beforehand, followed by later reminders closer to the event. If a display is registered late, you may only receive the nearer reminders. We encourage organisers to register as soon as they know the date.

When an organiser registers a display they provide a postcode. We calculate an approximate sound radius and alert subscribers who fall within that area. The organiser’s exact postcode is never shared — only a sound radius alert is sent.

Each Free subscription is linked to a single postcode. If you have pets at more than one location (for example, a home and a stable yard) you can register with a separate email for each.

A quick registration lets nearby pet owners and residents prepare in advance — closing windows, settling their pets and avoiding unnecessary stress. It shows you’re considerate, builds goodwill in your community, and takes under 60 seconds.

Just the date, approximate start time, fireworks location and your email (for a one-time verification). You can optionally add extra details like estimated duration or display size.

No. Your exact postcode / fireworks location is never shared — only an approximate sound radius alert message is sent. Your email is never disclosed to other users.

Anyone. Whether you’re a professional display company, a local rugby club, or a family having fireworks for a birthday — a quick heads-up to your neighbours makes all the difference.

Any time fireworks will be set off: Bonfire Night, New Year’s Eve, Diwali, Chinese New Year, Eid, weddings, birthday parties, gender reveals, sports celebrations, corporate events — you name it.

Sensitive fields (email, postcode) are encrypted at rest in the WordPress database using AES-256. We follow UK GDPR principles: data minimisation, purpose limitation and storage limitation. We never sell your personal identity, and your name and specific address stay private and encrypted.

Yes. You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in any alert email, which removes your data from our system. Registered users can also delete their account from the My Account dashboard.

We use a small number of essential cookies for session management and consent preferences. We do not use third-party tracking cookies. Full details are available in our Privacy Policy.

Every pet is different, but common steps include:

• Bring pets indoors before the display starts
• Close curtains and play background music or TV to mask sounds
• Create a cosy, quiet space with familiar bedding and toys
• Ensure microchip details are up to date in case a pet escapes
• Stay calm — pets pick up on their owner’s anxiety

No. Rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, ferrets, birds, horses, livestock and reptiles can all be affected by fireworks. Our alerts and resources cover all animals.

Visit our Resources page for curated links to the RSPCA, Blue Cross, PDSA, Battersea, World Horse Welfare and other trusted organisations.

Yes. On Android open Chrome, tap Add to Home Screen. On iOS open Safari, tap the share icon, then Add to Home Screen. You’ll get an app-like experience with push notifications.

Email us at [email protected] or open an issue on our GitHub repository. We appreciate all feedback.