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Product updates and
industry news

Stay up to date with the latest Guard Checker features, product improvements, and news from the UK private security industry.

Feature Release10 March 2025

Multi-select expiry alert thresholds

You can now configure multiple expiry warning periods simultaneously. Choose from 30, 60, and 90-day presets or set custom warning days. Receive alerts at every threshold so you never miss a licence renewal deadline.

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Feature Release12 March 2025

Help & support centre now available in your dashboard

We have added a comprehensive Help & Support section directly within your dashboard. Browse guides on CSV imports, licence checking, notifications, and more — all without leaving the app. A new Contact Us form lets you reach our support team instantly.

Feature Release8 March 2025

Staff contact details and notification settings

Add email addresses and mobile numbers to staff records for expiry notifications. Configure notification channels (email, SMS, or both) from the new Notifications tab in Settings. Staff without contact details can be easily updated via individual edit or CSV re-import.

Product Update5 March 2025

Mobile-friendly licence scanning with camera support

Scan SIA licence cards directly from your phone or desktop webcam using our new camera-based scanning feature. The system reads the 16-digit licence number automatically and triggers an instant SIA register check.

Feature Release1 March 2025

Clickable dashboard stats and improved navigation

Dashboard stat cards are now clickable — tap on "Expiring Soon" or "Expired" to jump directly to a filtered view of affected staff. Makes triaging compliance issues faster than ever.

Product Update25 February 2025

Bulk CSV import with enhanced validation

Our CSV import tool now supports email and phone columns, improved duplicate detection, and clearer error messages. Import hundreds of operatives in seconds with confidence.

Feature Release18 February 2025

Site assignments and multi-location management

Assign your security operatives to specific client sites and locations. View compliance status per site, manage assignments from a dedicated page, and keep your deployment records audit-ready.

Industry News10 February 2025

SIA announces updated guidance on licence compliance checks

The Security Industry Authority has published updated guidance for businesses on verifying operative licences. Guard Checker already exceeds these requirements with automated, continuous checks against the SIA public register.

Company News1 February 2025

Guard Checker surpasses 500 registered security companies

We are proud to announce that over 500 UK security companies now use Guard Checker to manage their SIA licence compliance. From sole traders to national firms, our platform is built to scale with your business.

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