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Absher Registration: How To Sign Up On Absher

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Absher registration consists of 2 parts; Firstly, Registration on Absher portal and, then Activation.  You can do Absher sign up in 2 ways; Through Absher portal and, by using Absher machines.

After the account registration on Absher, you need to activate the account in order to get full access to the Absher portal. 

You can activate Absher account by visiting Absher machines located near you or, by visiting any atm machine if you already have a bank account and also by visiting STC and Mobily customer care centers. 

Keep in mind that Absher registration is a mandatory procedure for every expatriate resident living in Saudi Arabia, KSA. As per the new rules, you need to register as soon as you receive the Iqama.

In addition to that, the Absher platform provides more than 300 services to residents and citizens online. You can renew your passport, or driving license, or make an appointment in Ahwal Madni, etc.

Absher Registration Process

Absher registration is quite easy and takes only a few minutes. However, if you are new in KSA then, the very first step for opening or creating a new Absher account is obtaining an iqama.  Once you obtain it then, just follow the simple steps given below.

Step-1. First of all, click on the link to open Absher online portal.

Step-2. Now select ” Individuals” and select the language to English.

Step-3.  Tap on “New User

Step-4.  The User Registration form will open. Enter your Iqama number. Then, enter your mobile number. It is better to perform a sim check to make sure that the number is on your iqama. Moreover, you can change mobile number for Absher login anytime.

Please note: For security purposes, it is better not to use your iqama number in the password. In addition to that, the Absher system will not accept the password if it contains more than four continuous digits of your iqama number.

Step-5. You will receive a ‘Verification Code’ on your mobile number. Enter it and click on Register. You may not receive the code if the sim is not registered under your name. 

Final step. Follow the onscreen instructions and Finish the Registration Process.

Congratulations on the successful completion of Absher registration.

To fully use the service, the next step is the activation of the Absher Account. The process is easy, and you can enable the Absher account using several methods. I am providing you all Absher activation methods.

Step 2. Absher Account Activation

For Absher account activation, there are multiple online methods. In the first method, you can use your bank account, and within a few minutes, you can activate the account. I am providing the details on how to use your bank account to activate Absher immediately.

Moreover, if you are unable to activate your account through banking channels, I am providing the locations of Absher machines. Visit any of them that is near to your location and activate the Absher account within few minutes.

so there are 2 methods to do that.

1- Through Bank Accounts Or ATM Machines.

2- Through Absher Self Service Kiosk Machines

Activate Absher Using Bank Account.

If you have a bank account, you can easily activate the Absher account online. All banks in Saudi Arab are providing Absher activation Service through this method.

Activate Absher Account Through Al Ahli Bank. (NCB Bank)

NCB Bank (Al Ahli) Account holders can activate Absher Account using any of the following methods.

Absher Activation Using ALAhli App ( Mobile Banking).
  •  Download Al Ahli App or visit alahlionline web portal. And, log in to your bank account.
  • Tap on Sadad, then tap on “Absher Activation.”
  • It will open the Activation Window. Tap on “Proceed”
  • In the next window, Tap on Register.
  • Finally, the window will again confirm your credentials, and you will receive a message upon successful activation.
Absher Activation Through Alahli Online Website.
  • Visit alahlionline.com and login to your account.
  • Click on “Sadad.” and then click on “Govt Payment and Refund.”
  • on the Right side, you will see “Absher Activation Button” Click it, and it will open the activation window.

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete registration.

You will receive a message upon successful Absher Account activation.

Absher Activation Using Alahli Phone Banking:
  • Call at 920001000 (Alahli phone banking service) and provide the necessary information.
  • Press 4 and then press 5 to complete the Absher activation.

You will receive a message upon successful activation.

Activate Absher Using Alahli ATM Machines.
  • Ahahli ATMs have an option “Activate Abhser online e-service,” enter the service.
  • Read terms and conditions, then select “Agree.” After that, confirm your mobile number and select “correct.”
  • If your mobile number is incorrect, then follow the on-screen instructions.
  • After entering the correct mobile number,  choose Correct.
  • After selecting “correct,” you will receive a message of successful activation.

Activate Absher Account Through Al Rajhi Bank.

Al Rajhi Account holders can activate Absher Account using any of the following methods.

Activate Absher Using Mubasher Alrajhi.
  • Login to Mubashir Alrajhi Account.
  • Tap on Services. You will find the option, “Register in Absher,” select it.
  • Read the Service Description and Press “Accept”
  • Recheck your information and then tap on “Proceed.”

you will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation.

Activate Absher Using Al-Rajhi ATM.
  • Visit any Al Rajhi ATM, insert ATM card, and Select ” Other Operations.”
  • Select ” Portal of MOI ( Ministry of Interior) from the Submenu.
  • Follow the steps and complete the process.

You will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation.

Activate Absher Using Al Rajhi Phone banking.
  •  Call at AL Rajhi helpline, Dial 920003344
  •  Provide Customer details and IVR code or Pin Number.
  • Select No. 5 and then Select 4 to complete the registration process.

You will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation.

Activate Absher Account Through Al Inma Bank.

Al Inma Account holders can activate Absher Account using any of the following methods.

Activate Absher Using Alinma Website.
  • Log in to Alinma Account and Select “Services.” You can also use Alinma App available for Android or IOS.
  • Tap on “Absher Service Activation”
  • Confirm your data and Select “Activate.”

You will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation.

Activate Absher Account Through Riyadh Bank.

Riyadh Bank Account holders can activate Absher Account using any of the following methods.

Absher Activation Using Riyad Bank Website or App.
  • Log in to Riyadh Bank website or App
  • Select ” Other Services”
  • Tap on “Register in Absher Services.”
  • Review your details and tap on “Confirm.”

You will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation.

Absher Activation Using Riyadh Bank Help Line.
  • Call at Riyadh Bank Helpline, Dial 920002470
  • Enter log in details, After That Talk to Call Representative to Register Absher.
  • Follow the instructions.

You will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation.

 

Activate Absher Account Through Bank AL Bilad.

Bank Al Bilad Account holders can activate Absher Account using any of the following methods.

Absher Activation Using Albilad Net (Website)
  • Login to Bilal Bank website and enter your credentials.
  • From Main Menu, Tap on “Absher Portal Activation.”
  • Follow the Step and Confirm Activation.

You will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation

Activate Absher Using Albilad ATM Machines.
  • Visit any Bank Albilad ATM and Select “Other Services.”
  • Press “Absher E-Service Activation” Button.
  • Follow the Step and press the “Agree” button.
  • Confirm your information and Activate Absher Account.

You will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation.

In Case you face any problem, Contact Help Line and Call at 8007490000.

Activate Absher Account Through Banque Saudi Francis.

  • Visit Banque Saudi Fransi Website and log in to your account.
  • From Main Menu, Select “SADAD/MOI Services”
  • Tap on “Absher Activation”
  • Confirm your personal information, then tap on Activate.

You will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation.

Activate Absher Account Through Al Jazira Bank.

Al Jazira Bank Account holders can activate Absher Account using any of the following methods.

Absher Activation Using AlJazira Online or Aljazira App (Al jazira Smart).
  • Visit Al Jazira Website
  • Enter your credentials and log in.
  • After login, Select “Govt Services.” Tap on “Absher Activation” and proceed
  • Read Service terms and conditions and tap on “Confirm.”
  • You will receive a verification code, enter it, and tap on “Continue.”

You will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation.

Activate Absher Account Using AlJazira Helpline.
  • Dial Al Jazira Helpline 8002440404
  • Select 1 for Phone Banking Services.
  • Then, select 6 for ” MOI E-Services.”
  • Select 1 if you want to listen to terms and agreements, or, Select 2 if you are familiar with T&C.
  • After that, Select 1 to agree to T&C, Listen to the Service until your account is activated.

You will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation.

Absher Account Activation Using AlJazira ATM.
  • Visit any Aljazira ATM and select “Activate Absher Online E-Services.”
  • Select the preferred language to receive SMS.
  • Scan QR Code or enter Web Address manually once you agree to Terms and Conditions and continue to the next step.
  • Enter your mobile number to complete registration.

You will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation.

Activate Absher Account Through The Saudi Investment Bank.

The Saudi Investment Bank Account holders can activate Absher Account using any of the following methods.

Absher Activation Using Saudi Investment Bank Website (Flexx Click – Internet Banking)

Visit Saudi Investment Bank Internet Banking Website.

Please Note: You can also use the Saudi Investment Bank App available for Android and IOS.

  • Tap on “My E-Bank” icon
  • Then Tap on ” Register in Absher Services”
  • Confirm your credentials and continue.
  • Enter an authentication code, sent on your mobile number, and proceed.

You will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation.

Activate Absher Using Saudi Investment Bank Phone Banking.
  • Dial SIB Helpline 0114183100
  • Choose 1 to enter “Customer Information.”
  • Then Choose 7 for “Absher Services”
  • Choose 1 to Register Absher Services.

You will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation.

Activate Absher Account Through Samba Bank.

Samba Bank Account holders can activate Absher Account using the following method.

  • Visit Samba Bank Website, and log in to your account
  • Once logged in, Tap on Mobile Services, then tap on “Register in Absher.”
  • Accept “Rules and Conditions” and proceed.
  • Check your personal information, then tap on “Agree.”

You will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation.

Activate Absher Account Through Sabb Bank.

Sabb Bank Account holders can activate Absher Account using the following method.

  • Visit Sabb Bank Website or open Sabb Bank App.
  • login to your account and select the “Services” icon
  • Confirm your data, read rules and conditions, and tap on “Activate.”

 For App users, tap on “Settings,” then select “Absher Registration” and follow the procedure.

You will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation.

Activate Absher Account Through Alawwal Bank.

Alawwal Bank Account holders can activate Absher Account using the following method.

  • Visit Alawwal Bank Website
  • Login to your account, then tap on the “MOI Payment” option available on the Main Menu screen.
  • Tap on Absher Registration
  • View your data and tap on “Submit.”
  • Review your information and tap on “Confirm” to complete the activation
  • You will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation.

Activate Absher Account Through ANB Bank.

ANB Account holders can activate Absher Account using any of the following methods.

Absher Activation Using ANB website or ANB App
  • Login to ANB App or Visit ANB Website
  • Tap on “MOI Services Menu”
  • Tap on Submenu “Absher Activation.”
  • Review your personal information and tap on “Agree.”

You will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation.

Activate Absher Using ANB ATM.
  • Visit any ANB ATM, after login, Select “Other Services” from Main Menu.
  • Select “Absher Activation”
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to activate Absher.

You will receive a confirmation message upon successful Absher account activation.

Create and Activate Absher Account Through Absher Registration Machines.

To Activate Absher Account through self-service machines, please follow the procedure given below.

After selecting the language, enter your iqama number and tap on next.

Absher Self Service (Kiosk) Registration Machine Locations

Here is a complete list of the locations of Absher kiosk machines near me to register the account. You can visit any nearest Absher self-service machine in your city.

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Absher Registration Machines in Makkah.

Here is a complete list of Absher fingerprint locations in Makkah.

Absher Activation Centers in Madinah

Here is a complete list of Absher kiosk machine locations in Madinah.

Absher Activation Kiosk Machine Locations in Jeddah.

Here is a complete list of Absher fingerprint locations in Jeddah. You can visit any nearest Absher self-service machine which is convenient for you.

  • Al Yasmeen Mall – Gate No. 5
  • Al-Andalus Mall – Gate No. 5
  • Al-Salam Mall – between Gates 3 and 4
  • Arab Mall – Gate (2)
  • Aziz Mall – 1st floor
  • Chamber of Commerce – Head Office
  • Haifa Mall – Gate (2)
  • Jeddah Civil Affairs – Al-Safaa
  • Jeddah Civil Affairs – Al-Safaa (women)
  • Jeddah Civil Affairs – Jawad Center
  • Jeddah Civil Affairs – Jawad Center (women)
  • Jeddah Passports – Rehab branch
  • Jeddah Passports – Sairafi Mall
  • Jeddah Passports – Tahliyah Mall
  • King Abdulaziz International Airport – Northern Terminal (International Flights)
  • King Abdulaziz International Airport – Southern Terminal (Domestic Flights)
  • King Abdulaziz International Airport (News) – Terminal No. 1, Gate A2
  • King Faisal Specialist Hospital – Gate (2)
  • Mahmal Commercial Centre – 6th floor
  • National Guard Hospital – Gate (3)
  • Read Sea Mall – Gate No. (2) – 1st floor
  • Recruitment Affairs Administration.

Here is a complete list of the locations of Absher kiosk machines in Taif, Thuwal, Al Laith, Al Qunfudah, Rabigh, and Ranyah city.

CityLocationMachines
ThuwalThuwal – King Abdullah University2
TaifTaif Civil Affairs1
TaifTaif Civil Affairs (Women)1
TaifJoury Mall - Gate No. 41
TaifTaif Airport1
TaifAl-Ameen Hospital – Main Gate1
Al-LaithAl-Laith Traffic Department1
Al-QunfudahAl-Bandar Mall - Gate No. 31
RabighPanda - King Abdullah Rd.1
RanyahAl-Thaghr Commercial Center1

Here is the complete list of the location of Absher self-service machines in Yanbu, Al-Ola, Al-Hinakeyah, Mahd Al-Dhahab, and Khaibar City.

CityLocationMachines
YanbuYanbu Passports1
YanbuAl-Danah Mall - Gate No. 11
Al-OlaAl-Ola Passports1
Al-HinakeyahAl-Hinakeyah Passports1
Mahd Al-DhahabMahd Al-Dhahab Passports1
KhaibarKhaibar Passport1

Absher Machines in Riyadh.

Here is a complete list of Absher Kiosk machine locations near me in Riyadh. The timings of the Absher activation centers in Riyadh are different. Absher machines in Riyadh, which are installed in Passport Offices, are mostly available in office timings.

Therefore, it is better to go to public places like malls and markets to visit Absher points in Riyadh. Anyhow you can choose any of the registration points which is near and convenient to you.

Here is a complete list of the location of Absher registration machines in Deri’yyah, Al Kharj, Huraimlaa, Dawadmi, Afif, Al Zulfi, Hutat-Bani-Tameem, Hutat Sedair, Aflaj, Majma’a, Muzahmiyah, Durma, Rumah, Wadi Al-Dawasir, Shagra, Marat, El-Ghat, Al Artawiyah, As Sulayyil and Al Quwayiah city.

CityLocationMachines
Deri’yyahDeri’yyah Passports1
Deri’yyahDeri’yyah Civil Affairs1
Deri’yyahDeri’yyah Civil Affairs (Women)1
KharjKharj Passports1
KharjKharj Civil Affairs1
KharjRoshan Market1
KharjAl-Hudaithi Mall - King Abdulaziz Rd. - Gate No. 21
HuraimlaaAbdullah AlOthaim Markets1
DawadmiDawadmi Passports1
AfifAfif Passports1
Al ZulfiAl Zulfi Passports1
Al ZulfiCity Mall1
Hutat-bani-TameemHyper Panda - Prince Ahmad bin Abdulaziz Rd.1
Hutat SedairHutat Sedair Passports1
AflajAflaj Passports1
Majma'aAl Majma'a Mall – Gate No.21
Majma'aPanda - King Faisal St.1
MuzahmiyahMuzahmiyah Passports1
DurmaDurma Traffic1
RumahRumah Passports1
Wadi Al-DawasirWadi Al-Dawasir General Hospital1
ShagraShagra Passports1
MaratMarat General Hospital1
El-GhatEl-Ghat Passports1
Al ArtawiyahAl Artawiyah Passports1
As SulayyilSulayyil General Hospital1
Al QuwayiahAl Quwayiah Mall1

 Absher Registration Machine Locations in Dammam.

Here is a complete list of Absher kiosk machine locations in Dammam. You can visit any Absher office in Dammam which one is near to you.

Absher Fingerprint Machine Locations in Khobar.

Here is a complete list of Absher registration machine locations in Khubar.

Absher Kiosk Machine Locations in Jubail.

Here is a complete list of Absher activation machine locations in Jubail.

Here is a complete list of the location of Absher Kiosk machines in Hafr-al-Batin, Hafuf, Al Mubarraz, Abqaiq, Khafji, Dahran, Ras Tanura, Nairiyah, Qatif, Olaya Village, Al-Batha Port, Saihat and Al Oyun city

CityLocationMachines
Hafr-el-BatinHafr-el-Batin Passports1
Hafr-el-BatinHafr-el-Batin Civil Affairs1
Hafr-el-BatinHyper Panda – King Abdulaziz Rd.1
Hafr-el-BatinAqareyah – King Salman Rd.1
HafufHafuf Passports1
HafufHafuf Civil Affairs1
HafufHafuf Passports (Women)1
HafufAhsa Mall – Gate No. 51
HafufOthaim Mall – Gate 41
HafufAl-Fawaris Mall1
HafufPanda – King Abdullah Rd, Qatar roundabout1
Al MubarrazAl Rashid Town Square - Gate No. 1, 1st floor in front of Carrefour1
AbqaiqPanda – Omar ibn Al-Khattab St.1
KhafjiKhafji Passports1
KhafjiKhafji Mall1
DahranAramco Passports1
DhahranKing Fahd University for Petroleum and Minerals – University Mall1
Ras TanuraAlmazraa Supermarkets- Qurtuba District1
Ras TanuraPanda1
NairiyahNairiyah Passports1
QatifCity Mall – Gate No.11
QatifPanda – Uhud Rd.1
Olaya VillageOlaya Village Passports1
Al-Batha PortAl-Batha Port1
SaihatPanda - Khaleej road1
Al OyunAbdullah AlOthaim Markets1

Absher Machines in AL-Jouf Region.

Here is the complete list of MOI Absher self-service machines in Sakakah, Qurayyat, Dawmat Al-Jandal, and Tabrajal city.

CityLocationMachines.
SakakahJouf Passports1
SakakahJouf Civil Affairs1
SakakahKing Abdulaziz Specialist Hospital1
QurayyatQurayyat Passports1
QurayyatQurayyat Civil Affairs1
Dawmat Al-JandalDawmat Al-Jandal Passports1
TabrajalTabrajal Passports1
SakakahAl-Jouf Plaza1

Absher Kiosk Machines in AL-Baha Region.

Here is a complete list of  Absher activation machine locations in Baha, Al-Mandaq, Bilgurashy, and Al-Mikhwah city.

CityLocationMachines.
BahaBaha Passports1
BahaBaha Civil Affairs1
BahaAl-Ghunaim Mall1
BahaRoyal Al-Aqeeq Mall1
Al-MandaqAl-Mandaq Passports1
BilgurashyBilgurashy Passports1
Al-MikhwahAl-Mikhwah Passports1

Absher Self Service Machines in Aseer Region.

Here is a complete list of Absher kiosk machine locations in Abha, MaHael Aseer, Khamis Mushayt, Bisha, Sarat Ubaidah, Dhahran Al-Janoub, Tathleeth, Belgarn, Al-Namas, and Almjardh city.

CityLocationMachines
AbhaAbha Passports1
AbhaAbha Passports - Women1
AbhaAbha Traffic1
AbhaAbha regional Airport1
AbhaAseer Mall1
MaHael AseerMaHael Aseer Passports1
MaHael AseerAl-Waha Mall - Main Gate1
Khamis MushaytKhamis Mushayt Passports1
Khamis MushaytAl-Waha Center1
Khamis MushaytAsdaf Mall- Gate No. 2 - Second Floor1
BishaBisha Passports1
BishaHyper Panda - Abha st.1
Sarat UbaidahSarat Ubaidah Passports1
Dhahran Al-JanoubDhahran Al-Janoub Passports1
TathleethTathleeth Passports1
BelgarnBelgarn Passports1
Al-NamasAl-Namas Passports1
AlmjardhAlmjardh Passports1

Absher Registration Machines in Qassim Region.

The followings are the locations of Absher activation machines in Buraydah, Onaizah, Al Rass, Al Bekairiya, Al-Muthnib, Al-Badae, Uyun AlJiwa, Al-Asyah, and Oglat Asugour city.

CityLocationMachines.
BuraydahBuraydah Passports1
BuraydahBuraydah Civil Affairs – Othaim Mall Branch1
BuraydahQaseem Traffic Department – Al-Safaa District1
BuraydahBuraydah Civil Affairs1
BuraydahHyper Panda – King Khalid Road – next to Saudi Electricity Company1
BuraydahPanda – Umar bin Al-Khattab (Ar-Rashideyat Bridge)1
BuraydahNaif bin Abdulaziz Airport1
BuraydahAl Nakheel Plaza - Gate No. 31
OnaizahOnaizah Passports1
OnaizahTamimi Markets - Zamil Al-Abdallah As-Saleem St.1
OnaizahOnaizah Mall – Gate No. 11
OnaizahPanda – Ambassador Mohammed Al-Hamad Al-Shibely Rd. – O’clock square1
Al RassAl Rass Passports1
Al RassPanda – King Abdulaziz Rd.1
Al BekairiyaAl Bekairiya Passports1
Al BekairiyaAl Bekairiya Mall – Gate No. 21
Al-MuthnibOthaim Market – King Abdulaziz Rd.1
Al-BadaePanda – Besides Dates Market1
Uyun AlJiwaUyun AlJiwa Passports1
Al-AsyahOthaim Markets1
Oglat AsugourHyper Sulty1

Absher Activation Machines in Hail Region.

Here is a complete list of Absher fingerprint machine locations in Hail and Bag’aa city.

CityLocationNo.
HailHail Passports1
HailHail Civil Affairs1
HailHail Traffic1
HailHail Mall1
HailPanda - King Abdulaziz Rd. - In front of King Khalid General Hospital2
Bag'aaBag'aa Passports1

Absher Registration Machines in Tabuk.

Here is a complete list of Absher machines in Tabuk.

Here is a complete list of Absher machine locations in Dhibaa, Al-Wagh, and Umluj city.

CityLocationMachines
DhibaaDhibaa Civil Affairs1
Al-WaghAl-Wagh Passports1
UmlujUmluj General Hospital1

Absher Machines in Jazan Region.

Here is a complete list of Absher machine locations in Jazan, Abo Areesh, Sabia, and Farasan Island City.

CityLocationMachines
JazanJazan Passports1
JazanJazan Passports - Ar-Rashid Mall1
JazanJazan Civil Affairs (Women)1
JazanPanda - (Ar-Rashid Mall) King Fahad Rd.1
JazanHyper Panda - King Faisal Rd.1
Abo AreeshRegion Mall - Main Gate1
SabiaSarwat Mall - Gate No. 11
Farasan IslandFarasan Island Passports1

Absher Self Service Machine Locations in Najran Region.

Here is a complete list of Absher machine locations in Najran and Sharora city.

CityLocationMachines
NajranNajran Passports1
NajranNajran Civil Affairs1
NajranNajran Royal Centre1
SharoraSharora Civil Affairs1

Absher Machine Locations in the Northern Border Region.

Here is a complete list of Absher machine locations in Ar’ar, Turaif, Rafha, and Al Owaiqela City..

CityLocationMachines
Ar'arAr'ar Civil Affairs1
Ar’arValley Mall – between 2,3 gates, restaurants area1
Ar’arAr’ar Mall - Gate No. 21
TuraifTuraif General Hospital1
RafhaRafha Passports1
RafhaOthaim Markets - Abdulaziz bin Musaed Rd.1
Al OwaiqelaAl Owaiqela General Hospital1

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Absher account mandatory?

Absher is a dedicated portal by the Ministry of Interior, MOI, Saudi Arabia to facilitate residents and citizens in legal procedures. It helps expatriates by providing more than 279 legal services. According to MOI guidelines, it is mandatory for everyone living in KSA to have an absher account.

How do I register my Moi account?
If you register absher account then by default you register MOI account. Now both the portals are the same. However, absher is a dedicated portal and focuses on accessing legal services online.
 
Do I need Absher App
Although it is not mandatory to install Absher app but,if you don’t want to use a laptop or PC to access it then, it is quite time-saving and helpful. You can use all features of the app.

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