Apple Wallet is set to allow users to add verifiable COVID-19 vaccination cards to the app as part of iOS 15 update. The iOS 15.1 beta that was launch on 21st September 2021 lets users upload their vaccination status to the Health app.
This addon creates a vaccination card in Apple Wallet.
This feature makes it easier for iPhone users to quickly show their vaccination status at airports or other institutions when needed.
Apple new feature will take advantage of the international SMART Health Cards standard which is already in use in several states in the US to produce proof of vaccination, sign it with a private key, and create a public key to verify your information.
iOS 15 already allows users to store verifiable vaccination and test results in the Health app using the same standard.
You will receive their records through QR codes, downloadable files, or healthcare providers who use Health Records on iPhone.
Apple announced on the new feature on its developer site :
With iOS 15, users can download and store verifiable health records, including COVID-19 vaccinations and test results, in the Health app.
Verifiable health records in the Health app are based on the SMART Health Cards specification.
Users can choose to share verifiable health records stored in the Health app with approved third-party apps requesting this information, like airlines, event venues, and other businesses that facilitate in-person interactions.
And in an upcoming software update, they can also choose to add verifiable COVID-19 vaccination records as a vaccination card in Apple Wallet to present to businesses, venues, and more.
Organizations that issue SMART Health Cards will soon be able to use a new button to let users know that they can securely download and store their vaccination information in the Health app and quickly add and present it from Wallet.
Artwork and usage guidelines will be available soon.
Apple has also promise that there will be strict privacy for the user’s data.
The Apple would not have any access to the import or share records of the users and users have also tell that all information must be encrypted and it should be securely store when transfer anywhere.
Apple also would not be able to see vaccination cards or how the users have use them.
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