It is great to have a video documentation so there is no doubt about when the testing was performed, where and under what circumstances.
Which Remote Alcohol Monitoring Solution is Right For You?
Disclaimer: BACtrack View is not endorsed by, affiliated with or sponsored by Soberlink. Soberlink is a trademark of Soberlink Healthcare LLC, which is a separate and unrelated company and brand. The use of any trade name or trademark is for identification and reference purposes only and does not imply any association with the trademark holder or their product or brand.
Looking for a Soberlink alternative?
BACtrack View is an affordable, court-approved remote alcohol monitoring solution that offers video verification and real-time notifications. Read more below to see why BACtrack View is a great alternative.
BACtrack View vs. Soberlink Summary
Both BACtrack View and Soberlink offer court-approved remote alcohol monitoring services, but there are two key differences: cost and technology.
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Soberlink |
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| Cost | |
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Subscriptions As Low As $79.99 |
Subscriptions As Low As $79.99 |
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Free Device |
Free Device |
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14 Day Free Trial |
14 Day Free Trial |
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No Contracts, Cancel Anytime |
No Contracts, Cancel Anytime |
| Technology | |
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Professional-Grade Breathalyzer |
Professional-Grade Breathalyzer |
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Video Verification |
Video Verification |
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Facial Recognition |
Facial Recognition |
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Smaller Than a Pack of Playing Cards |
Smaller Than a Pack of Playing Cards |
| Real-Time Notifications & Reporting | |
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Downloadable PDF Reports |
Downloadable PDF Reports |
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Real-Time Text & Email Notifications ($-$$$) |
Real-Time Text & Email Notifications ($$$-$$$$) |
| Court Approval | |
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Court Approved |
Court Approved |
Cost Summary
Soberlink costs more in both monthly subscription fees and upfront device costs (BACtrack View provides their device for free). With Soberlink, users must pay $129-$259 per month – not including extra breathalyzer fees – while BACtrack View is priced at only $79.99-$129.99 per month.
Technology Summary
While both services utilize police-grade fuel cell sensor technology, Soberlink’s devices are both larger and heavier than the BACtrack breathalyzer, which could be important for users who need to carry a device around with them to test throughout the day.
In terms of results, Soberlink only takes still photos of Testers. BACtrack View, on the other hand, records a video of each Tester as they’re taking a test, which provides a high level of detail in verifying the result.
BACtrack View Cost vs. Soberlink Cost
Overall, BACtrack View costs less in both monthly monitoring fees and upfront device costs.
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Soberlink |
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| Basic Plan(s) | |
| $79.99 per month | $129-$169 per month |
| Plus Plan(s) | |
| $99.99 per month | $179-$209 per month |
| Pro/Premium Plan(s) | |
| $129.99 per month | $229-$259 per month |
| Other Costs | |
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Free Device |
Free Device |
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14 Day Free Trial |
14 Day Free Trial |
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No Contracts, Cancel Anytime |
No Contracts, Cancel Anytime |
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Real-Time Text & Email Notifications ($-$$$) |
Real-Time Text & Email Notifications ($$$-$$$$) |
How much does Soberlink cost?*
Their pricing starts at $129 per month for Basic plans all the way up to $259 per month for Premium plans.
How much does BACtrack View cost?
BACtrack View’s straightforward pricing starts at $79.99 per month for the Basic plan and goes up to $129.99 per month for the Unlimited Pro plan.
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Soberlink |
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| BACtrack View Device | Connect Device®* |
| FREE! | 365-Day Commitment – $299 |
| FREE! | 120-Day Commitment – $349 |
| FREE! | No Commitment – $549 |
| BACtrack View Device |
Cellular 2 Device* (not smartphone compatible) |
| FREE! | 365-Day Commitment – $499 |
| FREE! | 120-Day Commitment – $549 |
| FREE! | No Commitment – $749 |
How much does the Soberlink device cost?*
The cost of Soberlink devices ranges from $299 for a 365-day commitment to $549 with no commitment for their Connect device, and between $499-$749 for their Cellular device.
How much does the BACtrack device cost?
A police-grade smartphone breathalyzer is included for free with all BACtrack View plans.
*Soberlink device costs as of 7/23/24, according to publicly available information
Peace of Mind at a Price You Can Afford
BACtrack View offers a reliable and affordable way to rebuild trust and accountability with loved ones, from an easy to use App interface. Instantly see video-verified breathalyzer results directly on your smartphone.
Court Approval
Both BACtrack View and Soberlink are approved for court-mandated remote alcohol monitoring in the United States.
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Soberlink |
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Court Approved |
Court Approved |
BACtrack View Court Partners
Real-Time Testing Notifications
Both BACtrack View and Soberlink offer real-time text and email notifications when a user has completed a breathalyzer test, but Soberlink charges more for this feature.
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Soberlink |
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| Basic Plan ($79.99/mo) | Basic Plans ($129-$169/mo)* |
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Text Message |
Text Message |
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Email |
Email |
| Plus Plan ($99.99/mo) | Plus Plans ($179-$209/mo)* |
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Text Message |
Text Message |
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Email |
Email |
| Pro Plan ($129.99/mo) | Premium Plans ($229-$259/mo)* |
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Text Message |
Text Message |
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Email |
Email |
What type of real-time notifications do BACtrack View and Soberlink offer?
Both services offer real-time text and email notifications when a user has completed a breathalyzer test.
The difference? Users must pay $179-$259 per month for text and email notifications from Soberlink. BACtrack View offers unlimited real-time notifications for $79.99-$129.99.
*Soberlink real-time notifications as of 6/19/24, according to publicly available information
BACtrack View – A Lifesaver!
“After treatment, I added BACtrack View to my recovery plan. This device is much more than a tool – it is key to helping me remain accountable and regain trust. It’s a great tool for the regular person who wants to turn their life around.”
– Gary S. from Minnesota
BACtrack View device vs. Soberlink device
Both services’ breathalyzers use a professional-grade fuel cell sensor, but BACtrack’s device is smaller and lighter than the Soberlink breathalyzers. This could be important, especially when you have to carry the breathalyzer around with you for testing throughout the day.
*Soberlink device specifications as of 7/23/24, according to publicly available information
BACtrack View Reporting vs. Soberlink Reporting
Both services offer downloadable PDF reports of a user’s testing history. BACtrack View reports are emailed to Monitors from within the app, while Soberlink offers automated sending of reports.
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Soberlink |
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Downloadable PDF Reports |
Downloadable PDF Reports |
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Sending of Reports to Monitors |
Sending of Reports to Monitors |
| Cost: $99.99-$129.99 per month | Cost: $129-$259 per month* |
*Soberlink reporting features as of 6/19/24, according to publicly available information
Sample Report
With one tap in the BACtrack View app, download a PDF report of a Tester’s history – perfect for sharing in court.
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Every PDF report displays the Tester’s name, along with the time period the report covers.
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The Summary tallies the Total Results, and distinguishes between non-compliant and missed tests.
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Every test result is listed out – indicating BAC level, how it was initiated, date, and time – and color-coded.
Disclaimer: BACtrack View is not endorsed by, affiliated with or sponsored by Soberlink. Soberlink is a trademark of Soberlink Healthcare LLC, which is a separate and unrelated company and brand. The use of any trade name or trademark is for identification and reference purposes only and does not imply any association with the trademark holder or their product or brand.
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Basic
$79.99 / month
FREE*
A BACtrack breathalyzer will be shipped to you to use for free as long as you are using the remote alcohol monitoring service.
Pro-Grade Smartphone Breathalyzer
30
This is the number of BAC tests a Tester is allowed each month. If a Tester reaches their limit before the month has ended, they will not be able to take more tests unless they upgrade to a higher plan.
Tests Per Month
None
PDF Reports are customizable by time period and include the Tester Name, Date & Time and BAC Test Result. Users on the Basic plan are not eligible to download PDF reports. Learn more about PDF Reports
PDF Reports
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A Connection is a Monitor or Accountability Partner. Testers on the Basic plan are allowed one Connection on their account. Learn more about Connections
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Monitors on the Basic plan receive text notifications when a test has been taken or missed.
Monitor Notifications
Email
Customer Service Level
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Plus
$99.99 / month
FREE*
A BACtrack breathalyzer will be shipped to you to use for free as long as you are using the remote alcohol monitoring service.
Pro-Grade Smartphone Breathalyzer
Unlimited
This is the number of BAC tests a Tester is allowed each month. If a Tester reaches their limit before the month has ended, they will not be able to take more tests unless they upgrade to a higher plan.
Tests Per Month
1 Per Month
PDF Reports are customizable by time period and include the Tester Name, Date & Time and BAC Test Result. Users on the Plus plan eligible to download one PDF report per month. Learn more about PDF Reports
PDF Reports
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A Connection is a Monitor or Accountability Partner. Testers on the Plus plan are allowed 3 Connections on their account. Learn more about Connections
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Monitors on the Plus plan receive text notifications when a test has been passed, failed or missed. They can choose which notifications they want to receive.
Monitor Notifications
Phone & Email
Customer Service Level
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Pro
$129.99 / month
FREE*
A BACtrack breathalyzer will be shipped to you to use for free as long as you are using the remote alcohol monitoring service.
Pro-Grade Smartphone Breathalyzer
Unlimited
This is the number of BAC tests a Tester is allowed each month. If a Tester reaches their limit before the month has ended, they will not be able to take more tests unless they upgrade to a higher plan.
Tests Per Month
Unlimited
PDF Reports are customizable by time period and include the Tester Name, Date & Time and BAC Test Result. Users on the Pro plan are eligible to download unlimited PDF reports per month. Learn more about PDF Reports
PDF Reports
Unlimited
A Connection is a Monitor or Accountability Partner. Testers on the Pro plan are allowed unlimited Connections on their account. Learn more about Connections
Connections Allowed
Text & Email
Monitors on the Pro plan receive text and/or email notifications when a test has been passed, failed or missed. They can choose which notifications they want to receive, as well as if they want an image included with their notification.
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Dedicated Account Rep
Customer Service Level
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*Breathalyzers are free for you to use as long as you have a paid monthly subscription. If you complete 3 months on your plan, the device is yours to keep, free of charge. If you decide to end your subscription before 3 months, you can either return the device to us or purchase it outright at a discount. Free trials are for new customers only.
Basic
Save $40!
$199.99 / 3 months
FREE*
A BACtrack breathalyzer will be shipped to you to use for free as long as you are using the remote alcohol monitoring service.
Pro-Grade Smartphone Breathalyzer
30
This is the number of BAC tests a Tester is allowed each month. If a Tester reaches their limit before the month has ended, they will not be able to take more tests unless they upgrade to a higher plan.
Tests Per Month
None
PDF Reports are customizable by time period and include the Tester Name, Date & Time and BAC Test Result. Users on the Basic plan are not eligible to download PDF reports. Learn more about PDF Reports
PDF Reports
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A Connection is a Monitor or Accountability Partner. Testers on the Basic plan are allowed one Connection on their account. Learn more about Connections
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Monitors on the Basic plan receive text notifications when a test has been taken or missed.
Monitor Notifications
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Plus
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$249.99 / 3 months
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A BACtrack breathalyzer will be shipped to you to use for free as long as you are using the remote alcohol monitoring service.
Pro-Grade Smartphone Breathalyzer
Unlimited
This is the number of BAC tests a Tester is allowed each month. If a Tester reaches their limit before the month has ended, they will not be able to take more tests unless they upgrade to a higher plan.
Tests Per Month
1 Per Month
PDF Reports are customizable by time period and include the Tester Name, Date & Time and BAC Test Result. Users on the Plus plan eligible to download one PDF report per month. Learn more about PDF Reports
PDF Reports
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A Connection is a Monitor or Accountability Partner. Testers on the Plus plan are allowed 3 Connections on their account. Learn more about Connections
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Monitors on the Plus plan receive text notifications when a test has been passed, failed or missed. They can choose which notifications they want to receive.
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Pro
Save $65!
$324.99 / 3 months
FREE*
A BACtrack breathalyzer will be shipped to you to use for free as long as you are using the remote alcohol monitoring service.
Pro-Grade Smartphone Breathalyzer
Unlimited
This is the number of BAC tests a Tester is allowed each month. If a Tester reaches their limit before the month has ended, they will not be able to take more tests unless they upgrade to a higher plan.
Tests Per Month
Unlimited
PDF Reports are customizable by time period and include the Tester Name, Date & Time and BAC Test Result. Users on the Pro plan are eligible to download unlimited PDF reports per month. Learn more about PDF Reports
PDF Reports
Unlimited
A Connection is a Monitor or Accountability Partner. Testers on the Pro plan are allowed unlimited Connections on their account. Learn more about Connections
Connections Allowed
Text & Email
Monitors on the Pro plan receive text and/or email notifications when a test has been passed, failed or missed. They can choose which notifications they want to receive, as well as if they want an image included with their notification.
Monitor Notifications
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Customer Service Level
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Basic
Save $80!
$399.99 / 6 months
FREE*
A BACtrack breathalyzer will be shipped to you to use for free as long as you are using the remote alcohol monitoring service.
Pro-Grade Smartphone Breathalyzer
30
This is the number of BAC tests a Tester is allowed each month. If a Tester reaches their limit before the month has ended, they will not be able to take more tests unless they upgrade to a higher plan.
Tests Per Month
None
PDF Reports are customizable by time period and include the Tester Name, Date & Time and BAC Test Result. Users on the Basic plan are not eligible to download PDF reports. Learn more about PDF Reports
PDF Reports
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A Connection is a Monitor or Accountability Partner. Testers on the Basic plan are allowed one Connection on their account. Learn more about Connections
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Monitors on the Basic plan receive text notifications when a test has been taken or missed.
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Plus
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$499.99 / 6 months
FREE*
A BACtrack breathalyzer will be shipped to you to use for free as long as you are using the remote alcohol monitoring service.
Pro-Grade Smartphone Breathalyzer
Unlimited
This is the number of BAC tests a Tester is allowed each month. If a Tester reaches their limit before the month has ended, they will not be able to take more tests unless they upgrade to a higher plan.
Tests Per Month
1 Per Month
PDF Reports are customizable by time period and include the Tester Name, Date & Time and BAC Test Result. Users on the Plus plan eligible to download one PDF report per month. Learn more about PDF Reports
PDF Reports
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A Connection is a Monitor or Accountability Partner. Testers on the Plus plan are allowed 3 Connections on their account. Learn more about Connections
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Monitors on the Plus plan receive text notifications when a test has been passed, failed or missed. They can choose which notifications they want to receive.
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Pro
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$649.99 / 6 months
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A BACtrack breathalyzer will be shipped to you to use for free as long as you are using the remote alcohol monitoring service.
Pro-Grade Smartphone Breathalyzer
Unlimited
This is the number of BAC tests a Tester is allowed each month. If a Tester reaches their limit before the month has ended, they will not be able to take more tests unless they upgrade to a higher plan.
Tests Per Month
Unlimited
PDF Reports are customizable by time period and include the Tester Name, Date & Time and BAC Test Result. Users on the Pro plan are eligible to download unlimited PDF reports per month. Learn more about PDF Reports
PDF Reports
Unlimited
A Connection is a Monitor or Accountability Partner. Testers on the Pro plan are allowed unlimited Connections on their account. Learn more about Connections
Connections Allowed
Text & Email
Monitors on the Pro plan receive text and/or email notifications when a test has been passed, failed or missed. They can choose which notifications they want to receive, as well as if they want an image included with their notification.
Monitor Notifications
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Basic
Save $160!
$799.99 / year
FREE*
A BACtrack breathalyzer will be shipped to you to use for free as long as you are using the remote alcohol monitoring service.
Pro-Grade Smartphone Breathalyzer
30
This is the number of BAC tests a Tester is allowed each month. If a Tester reaches their limit before the month has ended, they will not be able to take more tests unless they upgrade to a higher plan.
Tests Per Month
None
PDF Reports are customizable by time period and include the Tester Name, Date & Time and BAC Test Result. Users on the Basic plan are not eligible to download PDF reports. Learn more about PDF Reports
PDF Reports
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A Connection is a Monitor or Accountability Partner. Testers on the Basic plan are allowed one Connection on their account. Learn more about Connections
Connections Allowed
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Monitors on the Basic plan receive text notifications when a test has been taken or missed.
Monitor Notifications
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Plus
Save $200!
$999.99 / year
FREE*
A BACtrack breathalyzer will be shipped to you to use for free as long as you are using the remote alcohol monitoring service.
Pro-Grade Smartphone Breathalyzer
Unlimited
This is the number of BAC tests a Tester is allowed each month. If a Tester reaches their limit before the month has ended, they will not be able to take more tests unless they upgrade to a higher plan.
Tests Per Month
1 Per Month
PDF Reports are customizable by time period and include the Tester Name, Date & Time and BAC Test Result. Users on the Plus plan eligible to download one PDF report per month. Learn more about PDF Reports
PDF Reports
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A Connection is a Monitor or Accountability Partner. Testers on the Plus plan are allowed 3 Connections on their account. Learn more about Connections
Connections Allowed
Text
Monitors on the Plus plan receive text notifications when a test has been passed, failed or missed. They can choose which notifications they want to receive.
Monitor Notifications
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Save $260!
$1299.99 / year
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A BACtrack breathalyzer will be shipped to you to use for free as long as you are using the remote alcohol monitoring service.
Pro-Grade Smartphone Breathalyzer
Unlimited
This is the number of BAC tests a Tester is allowed each month. If a Tester reaches their limit before the month has ended, they will not be able to take more tests unless they upgrade to a higher plan.
Tests Per Month
Unlimited
PDF Reports are customizable by time period and include the Tester Name, Date & Time and BAC Test Result. Users on the Pro plan are eligible to download unlimited PDF reports per month. Learn more about PDF Reports
PDF Reports
Unlimited
A Connection is a Monitor or Accountability Partner. Testers on the Pro plan are allowed unlimited Connections on their account. Learn more about Connections
Connections Allowed
Text & Email
Monitors on the Pro plan receive text and/or email notifications when a test has been passed, failed or missed. They can choose which notifications they want to receive, as well as if they want an image included with their notification.
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