Frequently asked questions

In-depth information on Savitas QR.
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How it works

In regular use, what are the steps required to scan?

Learn how easy it is to scan a Savitas QR sticker.

Essentially point your smartphone camera or QR code scanning app to a SAVITAS QR code to scan and click on the displayed link. Generally , the only thing you see is a 'thank you for scanning' message. That is all.

For smartphones that do not have QR scanning capabilities or app, the website also offers the possibility to scan. Using your smartphone web browser, go to savitas.io and you will see a button allowing you to scan a QR code.


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For a solution like Savitas QR a DPIA is required. This page allows you to request a copy.
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What are Savitas QR classroom stickers and how do they work?

Savitas QR classroom stickers are intended to cover the use case of students following lessons in a classroom or auditorium.
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What is the “Generate QR” button on the savitas.io home page?

How to use the Instant Meeting feature in Savitas QR
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How to check your geolocation settings on Android

When you scan a Savitas QR sticker, we check if the sticker is in its correct location (we do not track your geolocation, however). That means that your geolocation settings need to be correct for Savitas QR to function. This article explains how to check that on Android.
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What is the process in short steps?

A short overview of the way Savitas QR operates.
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What are grouped Savitas QR stickers and how can they be managed?

Savitas QR gives you the possibility to group stickers together, so that all the stickers in the group have exactly the same behaviour. This makes it easier to support all kinds of different use cases.
How it works

Why do I need to allow access to my location when scanning?

Wait a minute, I thought you were not using any GPS data?
How it works

What information is stored on the server?

Surprisingly litte.
General information

Why is there no app?

Because a smartphone browser is all you need for decent contact tracing.
General information

Where does the name Savitas QR come from?

What a strange name, please explain how you came up with this?
Help

How to create a Savitas QR meeting room sticker

You can change a normal sticker into a meeting room sticker, which records encounters in a different way - more suited for longer meetings. This article explains how to create a meeting room sticker, and how it behaves.
How it works

In regular use, what are the steps required to scan?

Learn how easy it is to scan a Savitas QR sticker.
Privacy

How long does the data remain on my smartphone?

Learn how long Savitas QR retains your information.
How it works

Where is the app?

What do you mean, no app? That's not possible, right?
How it works

Why is there a delegate involved? Why can't I just self report?

An authorisation code is necessary to avoid incorrect self-reporting.
General information

What does it cost?

It's much cheaper than you think.
Help

How to create a Savitas QR classroom sticker

You can change a normal sticker into a classroom sticker, which records encounters in a different way - more suited for people attending lessons in a classroom or auditorium. This article explains how to create a classroom sticker, and how it behaves.
Privacy

How does Savitas QR protect the privacy of its users?

An in-depth explanation how Savitas QR manages to provide excellent contact tracing without sacrificing user privacy. Worth the read if you are having doubts.
General information

What are the key characteristics and differentiators?

An overview of what makes Savitas QR a unique proposition.
Help

How to check your geolocation settings on iPhone

When you scan a Savitas QR sticker, we check if the sticker is in its correct location (we do not track your geolocation, however). That means that your geolocation settings need to be correct for Savitas QR to function. This article explains how to check that on iPhone/iOS.
General information

What is contact tracing?

Contact tracing helps us to stay one step ahead of the virus.
General information

What is Savitas QR?

An introduction to the concept of Savitas QR.
General information

What are the key characteristics and differentiators?

An overview of what makes Savitas QR a unique proposition.
General information

Why is there no app?

Because a smartphone browser is all you need for decent contact tracing.
General information

What is contact tracing?

Contact tracing helps us to stay one step ahead of the virus.
General information

What does it cost?

It's much cheaper than you think.
General information

Where does the name Savitas QR come from?

What a strange name, please explain how you came up with this?
How it works

What is the process in short steps?

A short overview of the way Savitas QR operates.
How it works

Why is there a delegate involved? Why can't I just self report?

An authorisation code is necessary to avoid incorrect self-reporting.
How it works

What is a Savitas QR code and what does it do?

Learn how a Savitas QR code works.
How it works

In regular use, what are the steps required to scan?

Learn how easy it is to scan a Savitas QR sticker.
How it works

What information is stored on the server?

Surprisingly litte.
How it works

Why do I need to allow access to my location when scanning?

Wait a minute, I thought you were not using any GPS data?
How it works

Where is the app?

What do you mean, no app? That's not possible, right?
Privacy

How long does the data remain on my smartphone?

Learn how long Savitas QR retains your information.
Privacy

Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) of Savitas QR

For a solution like Savitas QR a DPIA is required. This page allows you to request a copy.
Privacy

How does Savitas QR protect the privacy of its users?

An in-depth explanation how Savitas QR manages to provide excellent contact tracing without sacrificing user privacy. Worth the read if you are having doubts.
Help

How to check your geolocation settings on Android

When you scan a Savitas QR sticker, we check if the sticker is in its correct location (we do not track your geolocation, however). That means that your geolocation settings need to be correct for Savitas QR to function. This article explains how to check that on Android.
Help

What are grouped Savitas QR stickers and how can they be managed?

Savitas QR gives you the possibility to group stickers together, so that all the stickers in the group have exactly the same behaviour. This makes it easier to support all kinds of different use cases.
Help

What is the “Generate QR” button on the savitas.io home page?

How to use the Instant Meeting feature in Savitas QR
Help

How to create a Savitas QR meeting room sticker

You can change a normal sticker into a meeting room sticker, which records encounters in a different way - more suited for longer meetings. This article explains how to create a meeting room sticker, and how it behaves.
Help

What are Savitas QR classroom stickers and how do they work?

Savitas QR classroom stickers are intended to cover the use case of students following lessons in a classroom or auditorium.
Help

How to check your geolocation settings on iPhone

When you scan a Savitas QR sticker, we check if the sticker is in its correct location (we do not track your geolocation, however). That means that your geolocation settings need to be correct for Savitas QR to function. This article explains how to check that on iPhone/iOS.
Help

What are Savitas QR meeting room stickers and how do they work?

Savitas QR meeting room stickers behave differently from regular Savitas QR stickers. This article show how it works.
Help

How to create a Savitas QR classroom sticker

You can change a normal sticker into a classroom sticker, which records encounters in a different way - more suited for people attending lessons in a classroom or auditorium. This article explains how to create a classroom sticker, and how it behaves.

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