Shared touchscreens are used world-wide at kiosks, ATMs, and other interactive displays – something that COVID-19 has made a potential health and safety risk. Freetouch software eliminates the need for physical contact by allowing a user’s smartphone to control an on-screen cursor, effectively turning the smartphone into a trackpad for contactless remote control of touchscreens.

Current solutions include gestural interfaces (which require complex hardware and software changes and are difficult for users to operate) and personal devices that individuals need to carry with them to touch screens without making contact. Freetouch is designed to be a frictionless “set-and-forget” solution that can be installed in minutes and mastered in seconds.

Users simply snap a QR code to create a connection to a shared display — no app download or registration required, and all information remains secure and anonymous. Once connected, a responsive and intuitive interface allows users to click, drag and scroll and perform multi-touch gestures safely on their own device to interact with touchscreen applications.

Any business that uses touchscreens is struggling with the question of how to re-open safely while preserving customer experience. Freetouch was recently installed in a 3,500 square foot gallery at the Reagan Ranch Center, President Reagan’s home for 25 years and the Western White House during the height of the Cold War. “I can’t believe how easy Freetouch was to both install and to use,” said Andrew Coffin, Executive Director. “Our touchscreens were fully contactless in minutes, and the user experience is faster and more seamless than I imagined was possible.” 360 Chicago, the observation deck at the top of the John Hancock Building in Chicago, IL, recently reopened to the public with enhanced safety measures in place. Freetouch enabled touch-based interactive screens providing detailed information about the panoramic views of the city below. “Freetouch protects the significant investment we’ve made in our digital visitor experience by providing an elegant, contactless interface for our interactive experiences,” said General Manager, Nichole Benolken. “We will be able to keep our touchscreens operational rather than power them off, and that helps us to maintain the quality of the experience for our guests.”

Businesses interested in learning more about Freetouch should visit getfreetouch.com for information.