Guidance on installing the BLUEZONE application – COVID-19 exposure alert in Vietnam

Instructions for Installing Bluezone

Step 1: Access the App Store (for iOS devices like iPhone, iPad) or Google Play (for Android phones).

Step 2: Enter the keyword "Bluezone" into the search bar.

Step 3: Select the application "Bluezone – Electronic Mask (Authority of Information Technology Application, Ministry of Information and Communications)" and install it.

Step 4: Confirm to allow Bluezone to access the user's location and activate Bluetooth.

Step 5: Turn on Bluetooth and location services before using the application to protect yourself and those around you.

Guidance on installing the BLUEZONE application – COVID-19 exposure alert in Vietnam​ (Screenshot of the application interface)

Some Important Information on the Application

1. Scan Around: Press "Scan Around" to identify if anyone around is using Bluezone. If anyone within 2 meters of you is using Bluezone, the application will automatically identify these users and add them to the contact list.

2. Contact History: Shows the total number of people you have contacted and the number of close contacts on the selected date.

3. Notifications: Displays notifications from the application.

4. Invite: Invite everyone to use Bluezone by selecting "Share Application."

5. Introduction: Provides a detailed introduction to the application and contact information.

Operation of the Bluezone Application

Step 1: Join the Bluezone community (available for Android and iOS).

Step 2: The application records close contact events (when and how long).

Step 3: If there is an F0 case, the authorized health agency will input F0 data into the system.

Step 4: The system will send F0 data to all devices in the Bluezone community.

Step 5: The Bluezone application on the device will compare the contact history with the F0 data.

Step 6: If the F0 data matches the contact data.

Step 7: The application alerts the user of the risk of COVID-19 infection.

Step 8: The screen displays instructions to contact the authorized health agency for assistance.

Step 9: The application can alert individuals in the F2 group (those who had close contact with F1).

Install Bluezone to protect the health of yourself and those around you.

Le Vy

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