Factors affecting the intention to use COVID-19 contact tracing application "StaySafe PH": Integrating protection motivation theory, UTAUT2, and system usability theory.

ABSTRACT: StaySafe PH is the Philippines' official contact tracing software for controlling the propagation of COVID-19 and promoting a uniform contact tracing strategy. The StaySafe PH has various features such as a social distancing system, LGU heat map and response system, real-time monitoring, graphs, infographics, and the primary purpose, which is a contact tracing system. This application is mandatory in establishments such as fast-food restaurants, banks, and malls. The purpose of this research was to determine the country's willingness to utilize StaySafe PH. Specifically, this study utilized 12 latent variables from the integrated Protection Motivation Theory (PMT), Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT2), and System Usability Scale (SUS). Data from 646 respondents in th

SUBMITTER: Ong AKS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11293755 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature