Women’s Unhinged Safety Hacks That Make Perfect Sense

These women’s “unhinged” safety hacks may sound extreme at first—but they actually make perfect sense in today’s world. From carrying keys between fingers like makeshift brass knuckles to using fake phone calls or tracking apps when walking alone, women are sharing creative, clever, and sometimes wild strategies to stay safe. Other tips include writing fake names on ride-share apps, keeping an old pair of dirty sneakers by the door, or pretending to talk to an imaginary roommate. While some seem over-the-top, they reflect a deeper reality: everyday safety requires everyday strategy.