Apple removed the ICEBlock app after ICE requested its removal, citing safety and enforcement concerns.

Apple removed the ICEBlock app from its App Store following a formal request from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), part of the Department of Homeland Security. The app, which used GPS and public data to alert users when ICE agents were nearby, was designed to help immigrant communities prepare for potential raids. ICE raised concerns that the app could interfere with enforcement operations and compromise agent safety. Apple stated it complies with legal requests and removes apps that pose risks to public safety or national security, though it did not provide further details. The removal has sparked debate over digital privacy, government oversight, and the balance between civil liberties and law enforcement authority. The app is no longer available on iOS devices.