What's the difference between electronic social security card and traditional social security card?

The differences between electronic social security cards and social security cards are as follows:

The forms of 1. cards are different: the electronic social security card is an electronic card in the form of Internet data, and the social security card is a physical card;

2. Different ways of use: for example, using electronic social security card to pay medical expenses, mainly through QR code; If you use a social security card, just swipe it directly;

3. Different collection methods: the channels for receiving electronic social security cards include human society department APP, commercial banks and third-party payment platform APP; To apply for a social security card, you need to go to the local social security department with relevant supporting materials.