Introducing SwissCovid, Switzerland's official contact tracing app, developed by the Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH). SwissCovid is a free, voluntary app supplementing cantonal contact tracing efforts. Its use helps effectively contain the spread of the coronavirus. Combined with traditional contact tracing, hygiene practices, and social distancing, SwissCovid strengthens our collective defense against the virus. The app utilizes encrypted IDs to anonymously record close encounters with other SwissCovid users and allows for check-ins at locations or events, providing timely alerts about potential infection risks. Data remains securely stored locally on your device, adhering to Swiss law and prioritizing your privacy. Download SwissCovid today to help curb the spread of coronavirus.
App Features:
- Contact Tracing: The app anonymously logs close proximity encounters with other SwissCovid users, identifying high-risk situations. This complements existing cantonal contact tracing initiatives.
- Minimum Requirements: Requires Android 6 or later.
- Encounter Tracking: Employs Bluetooth to transmit encrypted IDs (checksums), recording encounter duration and proximity. Checksums are automatically deleted after two weeks.
- Check-in Functionality: Allows users to check into locations or events, receiving alerts if a potential infection risk arises. Only user presence is recorded, safeguarding privacy.
- Notifications: Users testing positive receive a COVID code activating in-app notifications, alerting close contacts or those who checked into the same location during the infectious period. Privacy is maintained throughout.
- Privacy Protection: All data remains securely stored locally on the user's device. No personal or location data is transmitted to central servers, ensuring compliance with Swiss law and data privacy regulations.
Conclusion:
SwissCovid is a vital tool in Switzerland's fight against the coronavirus. This official contact tracing app, combined with responsible public health measures, offers a powerful approach to containing the virus. Its features—encounter tracking, check-ins, exposure notifications, and robust privacy protections—encourage voluntary participation and contribute to a safer community.
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