NYC Arrest Records Screensaver
The NYC Arrest Records screensaver shows arrest records published by the NYPD through New York City's key-less open-data portal. The city publishes borough, precinct and broad category only — no names or addresses — and nothing is added here. It's free, runs in your browser, and ESC exits.
How the NYC Arrest Records screensaver works
The saver reads NYC Open Data directly in your browser — no key and no account.
Arrest records published by the NYPD through New York City's key-less open-data portal.
It refreshes on a schedule, so what you see stays current.
Colours can be changed in settings; nothing is stored beyond your own browser.
A worked example
Arrest records published by the NYPD through New York City's key-less open-data portal. The city publishes borough, precinct and broad category only — no names or addresses — and nothing is added here.
Settings & tips
- Accent and Background recolour the display.
- Data comes straight from NYC Open Data in your browser.
- Press ESC to leave fullscreen.
Frequently asked questions
- Is this real data?
- Yes — it comes from NYC Open Data and is refreshed on a schedule.
- Does this identify anyone?
- No. The city publishes borough, precinct, offence category and broad demographic bands. There are no names or addresses, and nothing is added here.
- Is a key needed?
- No. This source is fully key-less.
- Is it free?
- Yes — free, no download, in your browser.