Run an Operating System—Not Legacy Telecom

Cidnet is powered by cidOS, a purpose-built operating system for correctional facilities—replacing outdated telecom infrastructure with a secure, scalable foundation for communication, applications, and future innovation.

The result is simpler management, greater visibility, and stronger operational control.

One System to Monitor & Manage Correctional Facilities

Cidnet is the first true Internet Applications Provider (IAP) built for corrections.

Traditional inmate communication systems rely on outdated telephone infrastructure. Cidnet replaces those legacy systems with secure, internet-based applications that power communication, digital services, and facility technology through a unified data model.

This approach enables greater flexibility, transparency, and scalability across the entire facility.

The Internet Applications Provider (IAP) Model

An Internet Applications Provider (IAP) delivers communication and digital services through internet-based applications—not through traditional telecommunications infrastructure. Instead of relying on legacy phone systems, an IAP operates on a modern, data-driven platform where voice, messaging, video, and other services function as applications within a unified system.

1:01 CALL Billed for Actual usage (1:01)
Legacy Telecom 1:01 CALL billed for 2:00 (rounded up)

Built for How Technology Works Today

Traditional inmate telephone systems bill in rounded, whole-minute increments. Cidnet measures actual usage through a modern data-based model—so users pay for what they use, not for time rounded up.

Unified Platform Benefits

Monitor What Matters

Leverage smart analytics and AI-assisted monitoring to surface meaningful trends and flags from connectivity events — so your team spends time on actionable intelligence, not manual oversight.

Run a More Efficient Jail

Streamline day-to-day tasks like requests, commissary orders, inmate notifications, and more through automated, digital workflows — helping officers focus on safety and security.

Maximize Engagement

Give inmates access to constructive resources and engagement tools that encourage use of time productively, reduce idle behavior, and support rehabilitation efforts.

Enhanced Security & Compliance

Cidnet meets the unique security challenges of correctional facilities with strong administrative controls, audited logs, encrypted storage, and tools that help monitor inmate interactions effectively, all while complying with facility policies and oversight requirements.

Designed to Evolve

A Future-Ready Platform

Cidnet’s platform architecture allows facilities to expand capabilities without replacing infrastructure.

New applications, devices, intelligence tools, and integrations can be added as facility needs evolve, ensuring long-term technology sustainability.

See Cidnet in Action at Your Facility

Schedule a short demo to see how Cidnet helps correctional facilities manage communications, intelligence, and daily operations through one secure platform.

  • Deploy 1:1 Inmate-to-Tablet Access
  • Lower Costs for Friends and Family
  • Get More Reliable Customer Support
  • Improve Facility Indoor Air Quality
  • Streamline my Facility Policies with Signage