The SafeZone app replaces the school's previous safety app known as LiveSafe.
The new app offers one-touch access to request immediate assistance at your location, submit anonymous tips, or get a late-night police escort -- among other features.
The SafeZone app will be integrated with the UK Alert system over the coming months. To opt into UK Alert texts and phone calls, employees will need to download the app and register with a valid phone number.
All alerts will continue to be sent through university email.
More information is at go.uky.edu/SafeZoneApp.