# CombatCOVID PBC — COVID-19 exposure app for PBC > COVID-19 exposure notification and testing information app for Palm Beach County. (iPhone/iPad app by County of Palm Beach.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/combatcovid-pbc/id1520530047 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [County of Palm Beach](https://appshunter.io/developer/1520530049) - Category: Health & Fitness, News - Price: Free - Rating: 2.64/5 from 36 App Store ratings · 20 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 12.0 · 30 MB - Languages: English, Spanish - Released: 2020-07-28 - Data updated: 2026-08-31 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/combatcovid-pbc/id1520530047/reviews.md ## What is CombatCOVID PBC? This app is intended to be used in Pam Beach County CombatCOVID is the Official COVID-19 notification and information app of the County Government of Palm Beach County, Florida, a diverse community of over a million and a half people. Unlike other apps, CombatCOVID has never used GPS or location notification in its architecture. The app user’s privacy and identity are protected. No names, emails addresses, locations or personally identifying information is required. There is never any location or identity information acquired by CombatCOVID. The CombatCOVID app uses Bluetooth signals to determine if you are near another user. All users who have been in close proximity to a COVID-19 positive person will be notified by a push notification recommending they get tested immediately, without revealing anyone’s personal identity. Suggested locations for testing are also provided. Your device’s phone number is encrypted and never shared with anyone, including local health officials. All data and Information about the device being in close proximity with another device is ONLY stored on the device. Access to the data indicating the device’s user may have tested positive is only shared IF/WHEN the user chooses to share it. IF the user does choose to share a COVID-19 positive result, they are still totally PRIVACY PROTECTED. ## Key features - COVID-19 exposure notifications - Bluetooth proximity detection - Privacy-protected - No personal information required - Testing location suggestions - Encrypted phone number sharing ## Recent user reviews (10 of 20) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/combatcovid-pbc/id1520530047/reviews.md ### 1/5 — People Aren’t Using It *2021-08-26, version 1.1.1* Two co-workers (that I know of) have been COVID positive & yet I have received NO notices/warnings. Unless EVERYONE uses it, it’s useless. There IS general info on the app that “may” be helpful, but I haven’t used them this far. It’s great idea, but I don’t think the word got out. ### 1/5 — Fail *2021-08-23, version 1.1.1* This seemed like a great idea since the FL doesn’t have this type of app like many other States do. However, it won’t accept my cell phone number for the “one time code”. I’m guessing because my area code is not 561. I’m a permanent resident of PBC; I should have access. ### 1/5 — App is broken *2021-08-20, version 1.1.1* Will not accept any mobile number. Error states -invalid phone number. ### 1/5 — Useless *2021-08-18, version 1.1.1* What good is it if it tells me my cell number of over 20 years is an invalid mobile number. Funny how everyone calls me on this number. ### 4/5 — Seems to work but who knows *2021-02-01, version 1.1.1* Seems to work ok. I don’t keep my phone unlocked all the time in case it is stolen so I assume if I bring it out of sleep it sends my location; I hope anyway. The is a minor issue that if you tap on the running app window it shoots the screen brightness to full but this is a minor issue. Thanks PBC for the app. ### 2/5 — No night time mode any more now way to save battery life *2021-01-17, version 1.1.1* You give us nice options and take them away. Your app stays open on my phone and no night mode any more. I don’t go out / -1 socializing except work. I can’t give you any more. ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work *2020-12-20, version 1.1.0* It doesn’t take my passcode that is sent to my cell phone. I did it twice and it told me invalid so I deleted it, do better PBC! ### 1/5 — Seems useless to me *2020-12-10, version 1.0.9* I wanted to like this app. But the only way it works is if you leave your Bluetooth on all the time, leave the app running in the background, (and I have no idea how to tell if it’s running or not), everyone around you has their Bluetooth enabled and this app running in their background, AND if anyone you’ve been in close proximity to voluntarily reports that they have tested positive, USING THIS APP. Really, what are the chances of all those pieces falling into place? ### 1/5 — Errors *2020-11-17, version 1.0.8* There’s an error when you press the positive and it’s not uploading data. Press Try Again a bunch of times and it still doesn’t work. ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work *2020-11-17, version 1.0.8* Tried to upload and the text verification step doesn’t work. No text received to my phone. ## Frequently asked questions about CombatCOVID PBC ### What does the CombatCOVID PBC app do? The CombatCOVID PBC app is the official COVID-19 notification and information app for Palm Beach County. It uses Bluetooth signals to detect if you have been in close proximity to someone who has tested positive for COVID-19. If an exposure is detected, you will receive a push notification recommending immediate testing. ### How does the app protect my privacy? This app is designed with user privacy as a top priority. It never uses GPS or location notifications, and it does not require or collect any names, email addresses, locations, or personally identifying information. Your phone number is encrypted and never shared, and all proximity data is stored only on your device. ### Is there a cost to use CombatCOVID PBC? No, the CombatCOVID PBC app is provided free of charge to residents of Palm Beach County. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees associated with its use. ### Where can I get tested if the app notifies me? If you receive a notification indicating you may have been exposed to COVID-19, the app will provide suggested locations for testing within Palm Beach County. These suggestions are intended to help you get tested promptly. ### How does the app detect potential COVID-19 exposure? The app utilizes Bluetooth signals to detect when your device has been in close proximity to another user's device. If one of those users later reports a positive COVID-19 test result, the app can anonymously notify other users who were in close contact. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.1.1 — 2020-12-22 Updated daily reminders; keep your Bluetooth on don't forget to launch your app. ### 1.1.0 — 2020-12-16 Improved OTP (One-Time Pin) SMS service ### 1.0.9 — 2020-11-17 We are working continuously to give give you a better experience: - Improved accessibility features - Minor performance update ### 1.0.8 — 2020-11-04 CombatCOVID PBC has been updated to operate in the background by simply tapping the app each morning when you leave your home to be sure you've kept it in the background. Minor content updates. ### 1.0.7 — 2020-09-21 iOS 14 compatibility update ## Apps similar to CombatCOVID PBC | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Masali](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/masali/id6470392648) | — | Free | Health & Fitness | | [Spoke Society](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spoke-society/id6754724093) | 5.0 (6) | Free | Health & Fitness | | [HarmonyHealth](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/harmonyhealth/id1551837213) | — | Free | Health & Fitness | | [The Congruence App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-congruence-app/id6459659471) | 5.0 (6) | Free | Health & Fitness | | [PBC Hub](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pbc-hub/id6608959461) | — | Free | Health & Fitness | ## More apps by County of Palm Beach - [PBC DART](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pbc-dart/id526473189) - [RIAT](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/riat/id1136335542) - [FieldOfficer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fieldofficer/id1178996874) - [FRR](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frr/id1449482390) - [Vincent](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vincent/id1509012677) All apps by County of Palm Beach: https://appshunter.io/developer/1520530049 ## Related topics [covid 19 notification](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/covid-19-notification) · [california covid](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/california-covid) · [contact tracing covid](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/contact-tracing-covid) · [covid tracing](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/covid-tracing) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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