Online storage

Most people store personal health information digitally using an app, online portal or website. This method lets you access your information from a computer, tablet or smartphone whenever you have internet access. Some tools also let you share information with your healthcare team, family members or emergency contact. Make sure your information can be found quickly in an emergency or if you're not able to communicate.

Two online options for storing your information online include:

• Online patient portals. Many healthcare organizations offer patient portals.
• Personal health records. These may be free or available by subscription. A personal health record includes key health information that you manage, and you decide who can access it. It's different from the electronic health record kept by your healthcare professional.