AI-generated Key Takeaways
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The Google Wallet API enables users to easily store and access their Test Records on their Android phones via Google Wallet.
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Test Records are added to Google Wallet through mobile-originated flows, require device unlock for access, and prompt users for explicit country-specific consent.
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Users can create a home screen shortcut for quick access to their Test Records after adding them to Google Wallet.
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Eligible entities can request access in the Google Pay and Wallet Console to begin issuing Test Records to Android devices.
Enable fast access to Test Records by using the Google Wallet API
The Google Wallet API makes it easy for your users to add their Test Records to Google Wallet on their phones, providing easy access.
Add to phone from your app or mobile website
Test Records can be stored on the user's Android-powered device, and only support flows that originate on a mobile device and attempt to add the card to the Google Wallet. Device unlock required to access COVID Card Google Wallet requires the user's device to be unlocked to add or view a test record. If the user hasn't already set up screen lock, Google Wallet prompts the user to set up screen lock when they attempt to add a test record.
Explicit, country-specific consent
Test records present explicit, country-specific consent to the user during the add flow. Users must accept this consent to add the card to their wallet.
Easy access through Android Home screen shortcut
Users can create an Android Home screen shortcut for easy access. After the user adds the record, they're prompted to save a shortcut to their device's Home screen.
Get started
If you're a developer from an eligible entity, select the COVID vaccination or testing service box when you request access in the Google Pay and Wallet Console. Be sure to provide your eligibility documentation. We will then help you get access to the developer documentation and onboard you.
After you have received approval to issues records, get started with your implementation to add records to Android devices.