Objective: to map the knowledge about the use of a tissue mask for the prevention of respiratory infection caused by coronavirus, for the general public and for health professionals. Method: scope review based on the recommendations of The Joanna Briggs Institute. The search will be carried out in six databases, with 22 publications analyzed (five primary studies, four secondary studies and 13 editorials, expert opinion and others). In addition to this material, documents will be selected from government agencies and national and international bodies.