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Every applicant company is run against the live Texas DPS Private Security database. License must be current, active, and Class B. Expired or suspended licenses are rejected, no exceptions.
Licensed Texas security — armed, unarmed, personal protection — booked in minutes, not days.
Every booking is dispatched through a TX DPS-licensed partner company — not random freelancers. We verify every license and confirm insurance before a company goes live on the platform.
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Anyone can list on Yelp. Not anyone can list on security.gift. Here's exactly what we verify before a partner goes live.
Every applicant company is run against the live Texas DPS Private Security database. License must be current, active, and Class B. Expired or suspended licenses are rejected, no exceptions.
We require a current Certificate of Insurance from a recognized carrier — minimum $1M general liability for unarmed work, $2M for armed details. We call the carrier to confirm coverage is active.
Years in business, public reviews, and BBB record reviewed. We ask for two references from past clients and call them. New companies welcome — they're held to the same standards as veteran ones.
Officers arrive in standard professional attire (black suit and tie for most details, specified tactical gear when the assignment calls for it). Companies sign our partner agreement before going live.
Four service tiers, each tied to a specific Texas DPS license class — booked short-term, by the hour, the day, or the event with a simple contract you sign online.Not sure which one you need? Tap a card to see what it's for, who books it, and what the officer actually does on the day.
Level II
$35
/hr · 4 hr minimum
Visible deterrence + access control by Texas DPS Level II (Non-Commissioned) officers. The single most-booked tier on the platform.
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Level III
$55
/hr · 4 hr minimum
Commissioned armed officers for higher-risk environments and high-value assets. State-licensed to carry on duty.
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Level IV
$85
/hr · 4 hr minimum
Dedicated close-protection officers trained in executive and dignitary security. The highest individual TX DPS licensure tier.
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Class B
From $150
starting rate · per-case pricing
Licensed Texas private investigators for surveillance, background checks, asset recovery, and case-support work.
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Hiring a stranger to protect what matters to you is a leap of trust. Here's exactly what happens when something goes wrong — and how we make it right.
If your assigned officer doesn't arrive at the agreed time, you don't pay for the no-show — you only ever pay the partner company for security actually delivered. We get on the phone immediately to line up a same-tier replacement.
Requesting a booking costs nothing and takes no payment details. You arrange payment directly with the licensed partner company after you've confirmed the details by phone. security.gift never charges your card.
We verify every partner company's Texas DPS Class B license and current liability insurance before they go live on the platform. License numbers are visible on every partner profile — verify them yourself at any time.
Every booking gets the founder's direct line for the first 12 months of operation. If something goes wrong during your detail, you call a person who can fix it — not a queue.
Three steps. That's all it takes.
Pick your security level and drop your contact info. It takes less than a minute — no card, no commitment.
The founder calls you back — usually within the hour — to lock in the details and match you with a vetted, licensed partner company.
A licensed security professional arrives on time and ready. It's that simple.
Our clients book security for all kinds of situations. If you need protection, we've got you covered.
The same licensed, veteran-led personal protection officer who guards executives and headliners can stand watch over your wedding, your reception, or any night you simply want to feel safe.
Request one in minutes — no long-term contract, no corporate gatekeepers. No venue is too big. None is too small.
Request Security NowThe security professionals on our platform have served at the highest levels. Military veterans make up the backbone of our partnered companies — disciplined, trained, and mission-ready.
The professionals on our platform bring real-world discipline from the U.S. Armed Forces — Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard veterans.
Officers from our partnered companies arrive in professional black suit PPO attire — polished, presentable, and commanding presence from the moment they arrive.
From combat zones to your front door — these veterans bring situational awareness, threat assessment, and calm under pressure that only service provides.
“When you book through security.gift, you're not just finding protection — you're supporting the veteran-led companies who served this country. Every booking puts a veteran to work.”
On-demand security for regular people, not just corporations. A short, simple contract you sign online — per event, not a long-term lock-in. Request it by the hour, the day, or the event.
Weddings · parties · open houses · moving day · a night you don't feel safe · small-business events. Drop your contact info — the founder calls you back personally, usually within the hour.
Everything you need to know before booking. Still have questions? Talk to us.
Most non-emergency bookings are matched with a licensed security professional within an hour. Same-day requests for armed officers (Level III) and personal protection (Level IV) typically need 2–4 hours of lead time so the partner company can dispatch the right officer.
Yes. Every officer on the security.gift platform works for a security company licensed by the Texas Department of Public Safety (TX DPS). Unarmed officers hold a Level II (Non-Commissioned) license, armed guards hold Level III (Commissioned), and personal protection officers hold Level IV (PPO). We verify the licensing of partner companies before they go live on the platform.
Pricing starts at $35/hour for Level II unarmed officers, $55/hour for Level III armed guards, and $85/hour for Level IV personal protection. Private investigations start at $150. Final pricing is set by the partner company based on the assignment, but you'll see an estimate before you confirm the booking.
Level II officers are unarmed — great for access control, event check-in, and visible deterrence. Level III officers are armed and trained to respond to higher-risk situations. Level IV (Personal Protection Officer) is the most specialized — dedicated close-protection trained in executive security, defensive driving, and advance planning.
Yes. Partner companies on security.gift maintain a professional standard — black suit and tie for most details, or specified tactical gear when the assignment requires it. Discreet plainclothes protection is available for Level IV bookings when requested.
Many of them are. We actively recruit veteran-owned and veteran-led security companies, and we flag them in the directory. Supporting veterans transitioning into civilian security work is a core part of the platform's mission.
The platform covers all major Texas metros — Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio, El Paso, and surrounding areas — plus most mid-sized cities. We're continuously onboarding new partner companies; if your area isn't covered today, we'll match you with the closest available officer.
Yes — bookings can be cancelled before an officer is assigned for a full refund. After assignment, cancellation policies follow the partner company's terms, which are shown on the booking confirmation.
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