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Tidepool Mobile App by Tidepool.org

Tidepool Mobile is a companion app to the Tidepool Data Platform. Users can view diabetes data from multiple devices in one smartphone app. Tidepool Mobile also allows users to categorize diabetes data using hashtags and notes.

For complete information, visit Tidepool Mobile.

App Category:
Intended User:
  • Caregiver
  • Person with Diabetes

Using Tidepool Mobile, users can:

  • comment on data to add context
  • organize diabetes data and review trends
  • share health data and comments with care partners
  • sync data from Apple Health
  • track meals, exercise and insulin
  • view data from a continuous glucose monitor, glucose meter and insulin pump.

Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) is structured around seven diabetes self-care behaviors, known as the ADCES7 Self-Care Behaviors®. Diabetes care and education specialists can help you set priorities and work with you on improving your own management in each of the following areas:

  • Healthy Coping - Staying positive about diabetes and self-care.
  • Healthy Eating - Consuming a wide variety of nutrient-rich foods for health.
  • Being Active - Making exercise a daily lifestyle habit.
  • Taking Medication - Adhering to prescribed medication in terms of timing, dosage, frequency, and duration.
  • Monitoring - Tracking data influencing diabetes outcomes.
  • Problem Solving - Identifying and solving issues for better diabetes outcomes.

Users must download the Tidepool Uploader on a desktop to sync diabetes data from devices to the Tidepool Data Platform. Data is also viewable in the Tidepool Mobile app after users sync device data to the Tidepool Data Platform.

The Tidepool Project takes steps to keep user data private and secure. Read about security at Tidepool.

Compatibility with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems:
No
Health Provider Access to Patient Data:
Yes
Secure Messaging or Communication Channels:
No
Device Integrations:

The Tidepool Uploader retrieves data from over 50 medical devices and apps, including:

View the full list of supported devices.

IOS, Android, Computer Availability:
  • iOS
  • Android
  • Computer

Android and iOS devices have accessibility features that can be enabled and used with many downloadable apps. The Tidepool Mobile app does not have any additional accessibility features.

Tidepool Mobile cannot:

  • recommend insulin doses
  • replace care from a licensed health care provider
  • sync with Google Health Kit.

  • Deleting a note in Tidepool Mobile is permanent.
  • Individuals can use the search bar at the top of the screen to search through saved notes.
  • Tapping a note shows synced data seven hours before and after the note’s timestamp.
  • Users should create a Tidepool account before using Tidepool Mobile.

Use in Practice:

How can I use Tidepool Mobile in my practice?

Tidepool Mobile is an app for people with diabetes. Users may choose to share their diabetes data with their health care provider. 

How does the Tidepool Mobile app benefit my patients?

The Tidepool Mobile app helps users organize their diabetes data. Seeing all their health data in one app may allow patients to identify trends and take actionable steps to manage diabetes better.

Professional Portal Availability:

Health care providers can use Tidepool+, which is from Tidepool Mobile's developer, Tidepool Project. The clinician platform helps providers manage patients with diabetes.

Tidepool Mobile is free to download and use.

  • Type 1 Diabetes
  • Pediatric
  • Gestational

Compliance:

Tidepool complies with HIPAA regulations and stores user data on a HIPAA-compliant cloud.

Regulations:
Tidepool is an FDA-registered entity with software listed by the FDA as Class I/exempt medical devices and medical data display systems.

Customer Service Information

Users can submit a question to Tidepool Support

How can I get support for the Tidepool Mobile app?

Users can search for answers at Tidepool Support, and watch Tidepool's support videos.

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DISCLAIMERS: 

This site and its services do not constitute the practice of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always talk to your diabetes care and education specialist or health care provider for diagnosis and treatment, including your specific medical needs. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem or condition, please contact a qualified health care professional immediately. To find a diabetes care and education specialist near you, visit the ADCES finder tool.

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