Coronavirus: How you can ‘TraceCovid’ in the UAE

The app helps people track if they have come in contact with someone with COVID-19

Published: April 12, 2020 12:34 Huda Tabrez, Senior News Editor

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An app in the UAE can now help you find out if you were in contact with a person who tested positive for COVID-19. Image Credit: Screenshot

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Abu Dhabi's Department of Health launched the app to curb the spread of the novel Coronavirus. It is called 'TraceCovid'. Image Credit: Screenshot

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The app works by exchanging a Secure Tracing Identifier (STI) to track people's movements anonymously. Image Credit: Screenshot

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The TraceCovid app is available for Apple and Android devices. Image Credit: Screenshot

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You will be asked to verify your number, when you download the app and register. Image Credit: Screenshot

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As the app exchanges data between devices through Bluetooth, you will need to enable it on your device. Image Credit: Screenshot

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Bluetooth should remain enabled for the app to work effectively. Image Credit: Screenshot

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Contact tracing has been a key factor in helping health authorities track the spread of the virus. Image Credit: Screenshot

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