Chitthi: A Web Application Enhancing Personal Safety through Live Location Sharing and Geofencing

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Chitthi: A Web Application Enhancing Personal Safety through Live Location Sharing and Geofencing Mr. Shubham Paliwal, Mr. Jai Bhaskar Student of B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering, Bikaner Technical University, Bikaner, Rajasthan, India Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, Bikaner Technical University, Bikaner, Rajasthan, India ---------------------------------------------------------------------***---------------------------------------------------------------------

Abstract - This research paper introduces Chitthi, an

2. Operational Feasibility: The user-friendly design caters to diverse demographics, making it accessible even to nontech-savvy users.

innovative web application designed to enhance personal safety through features such as live location sharing, SOS alerts, and geofencing. Developed using React JS and Firebase, the application leverages modern web technologies to provide users with real-time communication, location tracking, and safety-focused features. Its intuitive and responsive UI ensures accessibility across devices, offering a native-like experience.

This paper details the system's architecture, implementation, and features, while also highlighting future enhancements to ensure adaptability and relevance in diverse safety scenarios.

3. Economic Feasibility: Developed using free or costeffective tools, Chitthi offers affordability without compromising quality.

2.3 Existing System Traditional safety solutions lack real-time communication and user-friendly interfaces. Most systems rely on standalone applications that fail to integrate essential safety features cohesively.

Key Words: Web Application, Personal Safety, Live Location Sharing, Geofencing, Firebase, React JS, RealTime Communication, Progressive Web App.

2.4 Proposed System

1. INTRODUCTION

Chitthi combines live location tracking, chat functionality, and geofencing within a Progressive Web App (PWA) framework.

The application ensures high accessibility and scalability, supporting both online and offline functionalities.

The rapid growth of web technologies has opened new avenues for creating innovative solutions aimed at enhancing personal safety. Chitthi is a web-based application designed to address the safety concerns of vulnerable groups such as women, children, and the elderly. By incorporating live location sharing, real-time communication, and geofencing features, the application serves as a comprehensive platform for ensuring user safety. This paper explores the architecture, development process, and features of Chitthi, emphasizing its impact and scalability. Chitthi is deployed as a Progressive Web App (PWA) and is accessible at https://chitthi.web.app/, ensuring seamless access across devices.

3. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS 3.1 Software Environment

2. SYSTEM ANALYSIS 2.1 Preliminary Investigation

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Framework: React JS

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Backend: Firebase

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Hosting: Firebase Hosting

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Database: Firebase Realtime Database

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APIs: Google Cloud Maps API

3.2 Hardware and Software Configuration

The increasing instances of safety concerns globally necessitate a technological solution that provides real-time assistance. Chitthi addresses these issues by integrating live location sharing and emergency alert functionalities.

3.2.1 Minimum Requirements 

Device: Smartphone or PC

2.2 Feasibility Study

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Browser: Chrome, Edge, or Safari

1. Technical Feasibility: Chitthi leverages scalable and reliable technologies such as Firebase and React JS, ensuring seamless performance and ease of deployment.

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Internet: 3G or higher

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4. SYSTEM DESIGN 4.1 Data Flow Diagrams

Fig -1: Level 0 DFD

Fig -2: Level 1 DFD Fig -3: System Flow Diagram

4.2 System Flow Diagram

4.3 Database Design

The following system flow diagram illustrates the sequence of operations and logic within the application, emphasizing user interactions such as authentication (login via Firebase authentication), sharing locations, sending messages, processing requests (validating requests and communicating with Firebase), updating Firebase databases, triggering notifications, and providing user feedback through UI updates.

4.3.1 Cloud Firestore Collections 

users Stores user details such as profile data, preferences, and status.

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userchats Maintains chat histories between users, with timestamps and multimedia links.

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4.3.2 Realtime Database Nodes 

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Backend and Database: Firebase Realtime Database for instant updates, Firebase Authentication for secure login, and Firebase Cloud Functions for server-side operations.

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Notification Service: Integrated Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) to deliver real-time push notifications for new messages and SOS alerts.

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Live Location Sharing: Implemented using Google Maps API with periodic coordinate updates every 2 seconds.

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Security Measures: End-to-end encryption for chat messages and secure storage of user credentials with Firebase Authentication.

locations Stores live geolocation data for active users, and maps user IDs to their respective sharing permissions.

5. SYSTEM TESTING The application underwent rigorous testing to ensure functionality, performance, and scalability.

Test cases included: Table -1: Test Cases Test Case

Expected Outcome

User Login

Real-time chat updates visible to authorized users

Passed

Real-time location updates visible to authorized users

Passed

Location Sharing

Chat Functionality

Actual Outcome

Messages sent and received instantly

Passed

Notifications sent to contacts

Passed

Unauthorized Access

Display error message for invalid URL

Passed

Cross-Device Compatibility

Responsive UI on all screen sizes

Passed

Background Location Sharing

Location sharing remains active when minimized

Passed

SOS Alerts

6.2 Evaluation Metrics:

Status

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Real-Time System Responsiveness: Messages were delivered within 500 milliseconds on average.

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Scalability: Successfully simulated 10,000 concurrent users using Apache JMeter during a load test, validating system stability with an average response time of 500ms and no system crashes.

7. CONCLUSION AND FUTURE ENHANCEMENT

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7.1 Conclusion

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Chitthi successfully integrates multiple safety-focused features into a unified platform, significantly enhancing personal security and fostering peace of mind for users. The platform combines real-time chat, live location sharing, and instant SOS alerts, providing a comprehensive safety solution, particularly for vulnerable groups such as women, children, and the elderly. The intuitive and user-friendly interface ensures accessibility for users of all ages, while secure data transmission mechanisms maintain privacy and confidentiality.

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The system underwent rigorous testing, including performance evaluations under high concurrent user loads, demonstrating its reliability, stability, and scalability.

Simulated load tests with 10,000 concurrent users verified Chitthi's ability to maintain real-time responsiveness without crashes, ensuring seamless communication and location tracking during emergencies. Additionally, feedback collected from beta test users highlighted high satisfaction with the platform’s efficiency, responsiveness, and ease of use. Chitthi’s modular architecture, built with React JS and

Chitthi was implemented using an agile methodology, enabling iterative development and testing.

The implementation process included: Frontend Development: Built using React.js with Vite for fast builds and Tailwind CSS for a responsive user interface.

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6.1 Implementation

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User Satisfaction: Collected feedback from 50 test users, achieving a 92% satisfaction rate based on ease of use and safety features.

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6. IMPLEMENTATION AND EVALUATION

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Firebase, allows for seamless integration of future enhancements.

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In summary, Chitthi effectively addresses critical safety concerns through real-time features, scalable performance, and an intuitive user experience. Its robust architecture and potential for future innovations position it as a valuable tool in modern safety and communication solutions.

[5] Progressive Web Apps Overview. https://web.dev/progressive-web-apps.

[6] Secure Development Guidelines – CERT. Available: https://www.certin.org.in/PDF/Application_Security_Guidelines.pdf.

7.2 Future Enhancements 

Advanced geofencing capabilities for automated alerts when users enter or leave predefined areas.

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End-to-end encryption for enhanced privacy and secure communication.

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Multimedia sharing and group chats to facilitate richer communication.

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Integration with government SOS services to connect users with emergency responders effectively.

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Vehicle NFC tag integration for instant location sharing during travel.

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Timed location sharing to allow users to share their live location for a specific duration.

[7] SHA-256 with RSA Encryption Overview. Available: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SHA-2.

[8] WebSocket Communication: i) MDN Web Docs. https://developer.mozilla.org/enUS/docs/Web/API/WebSockets_API.

I take this opportunity to express my gratitude to all those people who have been directly and indirectly involved with me during the completion of this project. I extend my heartfelt thanks to Mr. Jai Bhaskar, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, Bikaner Technical University, Bikaner, Rajasthan, India whose guidance and expertise in developing, testing, and securing applications have been invaluable. His support has helped me navigate through critical times during this project. I also acknowledge with gratitude those who contributed significantly to various aspects of this project. I take full responsibility for any remaining oversights or omissions.

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specialization in computer networks and information security systems. His research interests focus on enhancing cybersecurity measures, optimizing network performance, and developing secure software solutions. He is reachable at jaibhaskar@cetgov.ac.in.”

BIOGRAPHIES “Mr. Shubham Paliwal is a finalyear B.Tech student in Computer Science and Engineering at Bikaner Technical University, Bikaner, Rajasthan, India. He is a passionate Full Stack Developer with expertise in React JS, Firebase, PHP, MySQL, and problem-solving using Data Structures and Algorithms. With over three years of programming experience, he has built feature-rich applications, including "Chitthi," a real-time chat app. He is an open-source contributor and enjoys working on innovative projects. More details can be found on his website: https://shubhampaliwal.me.

He is reachable via email at shubhampaliwal.dev@gmail.co m.”

“Mr. Jai Bhaskar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Bikaner Technical University, Bikaner, Rajasthan, India. He holds an M.Tech degree from Central University Rajasthan and a B.Tech degree in Computer Science and Engineering. His areas of expertise include application development, testing, and security, with a

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