Below are some of the notable features of the app:
• Real-time COVID-19 exposure notifications: MD COVID Alert uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology to anonymously detect and notify users who have been in close proximity to someone who has tested positive for COVID-19. This feature helps users take necessary precautions and seek testing if needed.
• Self-assessment tool: The app offers a self-assessment tool that guides users through a series of questions to determine their risk of COVID-19 infection. Based on the responses provided, the tool provides personalized recommendations for next steps, such as self-isolation or seeking medical advice.
• Resources and guidelines: MD COVID Alert provides up-to-date information on COVID-19 resources, guidelines, and regulations in Maryland. Users can access important links, contact information for local health authorities, and resources for mental health support during the pandemic.
• Privacy and data security: The app prioritizes user privacy and data security by using encrypted data transmission and storing information securely on the device. User data is not shared with third parties and is only used for COVID-19 exposure notifications and self-assessment purposes.

How to uninstall the MD COVID Alert? You can uninstall MD COVID Alert on your mobile device by following these steps: Locate setting icon on your phone. Tap Application manager or Apps Touch MD COVID Alert. Press uninstall.

How to download and install MD COVID Alert on your mobile device? The steps below explain how you can download the app on Google Play Launch Google Play on your Android device Input MD COVID Alert in the search bar Touch the most relevant search result Tap Install to download the app Wait for the process to complete.

More About the MD COVID Alert app

• Improve App - You'll be able to opt in to share information about how the MD COVID Alert app has been running on your device to Google. While this won't infringe on your privacy or include personal data, it will help the team improve the app
• Covid-19 Alert - If you have been within roughly 6 feet - for a period of 15 minutes - of a person who later tests positive for Covid-19 and enters their result into their app, you might receive an alert so that you can take appropriate measures
• Entry Reminders - The MD COVID Alert app might send you a notification to remind you to enter your positive result code into the app. This ensures that you won't forget to enter your code into the app, which would prevent the app from alerting those you contacted
• Adjust Settings - You'll be able to adjust a number of settings within the MD COVID Alert mobile app to tailor the experience. You can turn various settings on and off, including the sharing of certain data and analytics with the team behind the development of the app