What can a link shared from VenA contain?

It can contain a random 16-character hexadecimal referral code and source=member_referral. The code can associate a registration with the inviting member; it does not itself contain a name, phone number or direct device identifier.

Where can VenA be installed safely?

The closed Google Play test is in preparation. Access is limited to approved accounts. If you are selected, follow the private instructions from the VenA team.

Closed test · In preparation

Invite your neighbours to learn about VenA

A link shared from VenA may include a pseudonymous referral code. If it has the expected format, this page passes it to Google Play so the app can associate it with a registration after installation.

Check the status for my town Open Google Play · authorised testers only Learn about the Altos pilot How it works

Opening Google Play does not grant access to the closed test.

VenA helps notify nearby people, but does not replace calls to the police, firefighters, ambulance services or other official services.

Pilot in preparation · Altos only

100 selected testers in Altos, one shared 14-day phase

The closed Google Play test is being prepared in Altos. The team will select 100 people manually and other applicants will join the waiting list. Applying does not grant access. See the pilot page for the current status and confirmed dates.

During the enabled phase, Altos will allow genuine requests for help and a separate test-alarm flow: up to 3 per tester during the whole pilot, only for approved Altos testers within the applicable help radius. The test quota does not limit genuine requests. Institutions will participate only if confirmed and actually registered for the test.

After a successful pilot, a public Google Play release and gradual expansion to other cities are planned. A test of 100 people in each city is not a requirement of this strategy.

Learn about the pilot and how to apply

Privacy and attribution

What the invitation code means

The invitation link shared from the app may include ref=<código de 16 caracteres hexadecimales>&source=member_referral. This page accepts exactly one code ref in that format. If valid, it is passed to Google Play through Install Referrer as ref=<código>&utm_source=member_referral; other URL parameters are ignored. The code contains no name, phone number or location, although it may pseudonymously associate a registration with the inviting member.

The app stores the code and its source in private device storage and sends them to the server at registration. The link may remain in browser history or technical logs. Server-side attribution retention is not yet confirmed; no deletion deadline is stated here.

Read the full privacy policy for more information.

Availability

A public invitation does not install the app

This page provides public information and does not contain the private Google Play opt-in link.
The closed test will be available to the Google accounts selected by the VenA team.
Apply only on the Altos pilot page. The team manually selects 100 testers and maintains a waiting list. Sharing this page does not submit an application or grant automatic Google Play access.
Do not install APKs forwarded through chat or hosted outside the official website.