Personal information data storage system and its uses

摘要

A personal information data storage system is provided in which each participating system member has a data base record maintained on a general computerized server accessible over a public (optionally proprietary) network and wherein each participating system member has a communications device, usually a mobile phone which can communicate with the computerized server by way of the communications network. The data base record of each participating member contains therein required personal information as well as information required to initiate communication with the communications device of the relevant participating system member and a security signal associated with the participating system member. The computerized server is programmed to receive requests from the relevant participating system member, other participating system members, or third parties for access to all or a part of the information contained in the data base record of a particular participating system member; and to supply such information as requested consequent on receipt of an authenticating security signal entitling it to do so. The authentication may be by way of a temporary code allowing access to data restricted in duration, frequency, or in extent.