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About EtchGuard

EtchGuard is a South African vehicle security service specialising in permanent ID etching on automotive glass. Our mission is to make vehicles harder to steal and easier to recover — for families and fleets alike.

About EtchGuard

EtchGuard is a South African vehicle security service specialising in permanent ID etching on automotive glass. Our mission is to make vehicles harder to steal and easier to recover — for families and fleets alike.

Vehicle window etched with registration number for theft deterrence
Close-up of permanent ID etching applied to automotive glass
Car window showing visible registration number etching on glass

Mobile & in‑centre service

Accurate, repeatable process and documentation

Friendly service and fast turnaround

Permanent register etched on glass and other removable parts. Low-cost, one‑time process that dramatically reduces theft risk.

YOUR VEHICLE'S FIRST LINE OF DEFENCE

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EtchGuard vehicle identification and glass etching brand logo

YOUR VEHICLE'S FIRST LINE OF DEFENSE

YOUR VEHICLE'S FIRST LINE OF DEFENSE

ETCHGUARD provides a simple, proven vehicle identification and glass-etching solution that helps prevent theft, reduce insurance losses, and can reduce insurance premiums.

51,300

vehicles stolen in 2024 (excl. hijackings)

South African Theft Snapshot

~62%

of theft occurs in Gauteng

~29%

average recovery rate (declining)

How It Works

Book your etch

Choose a mobile or in-centre appointment online or via Glasfit centres.

We prepare your stencil

Your vehicle’s register is precision-cut for a clean, professional finish.

We etch your glass

A chemical etch is conducted onto your windows, leaving a permanent mark.

You’re protected

Your vehicle is now permanently marked, traceable, and insurance-ready.

Major Theft Deterrent

Marked parts are expensive to replace; thieves avoid etched vehicles.

Police‑Verifiable

IDs tie each window to your vehicle —helps defeat cloning.

Permanent & Discreet

Frosted characters in the window corners.

Benefits of window etching

Proven Impact

Vehicles are 45% (UK) to 74% (USA) less likely to be stolen; recovery rates improve.

Insurance‑Friendly

Active insurer pilots and rollouts.

Fleet‑Ready

Bulk rates, on‑site service, registry exports, photo evidence option.

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