Clock-in Point Settings
Home > Admin Mode > Clock-in Records and Management > Clock-in Point SettingsAdministrators can go to Admin Mode on the Home page, click Clock-in Records and Management, and then select Clock-in Point Settings to access the clock-in point settings page. Here, administrators can configure clock-in points.
Number of Clock-in Points
Currently, SwipePoint allows a single organization to set up a maximum of 100 clock-in points, and each account can manage up to 2000 clock-in points.
If you require more clock-in points, please contact us directly.
Clock-in Point Names
Administrators can customize the names of clock-in points, such as Office, Tainan Branch, Warehouse, Construction Site, etc.
Clock-in Methods
Each clock-in point can have specific clock-in methods configured, including:
| No. | Clock-in Method |
|---|---|
| 1 | Button Click |
| 2 | Scan Fixed QR Code |
| 3 | Scan Dynamic QR Code |
| 4 | Scan NFC Tag |
| 5 | Restricted GPS Range |
| 6 | Restricted Bluetooth Range |
| 7 | Restricted Wi-Fi Access Point |
Clock-in Distance
The effective distance ranges for the different clock-in technologies used by SwipePoint are as follows:
| Clock-in Technology | Effective Range |
|---|---|
| GPS | Several meters to 1 km |
| Wi-Fi | Up to ~20 meters |
| Bluetooth | Up to ~10 meters |
| QR Code | Up to ~1 meter |
| NFC | Up to ~10 centimeters |
The approximate accuracy for each clock-in technology is as follows:
| Clock-in Technology | Accuracy |
|---|---|
| GPS | 5–10 meters |
| Wi-Fi | 5–15 meters |
| Bluetooth | 1–10 meters |
| QR Code | 10–30 centimeters |
| NFC | 0–2 centimeters |
- Accuracy varies by technology version, device, and onsite conditions. Administrators should test at the actual site before making a decision.
Distance ranking: GPS > Wi-Fi > Bluetooth > QR Code > NFC.
These clock-in technologies can be combined with photo verification to improve the reliability of attendance records.
Enable Photo Clock-in
Once enabled, users must take a photo as instructed during clock-in, such as a clock, a doorplate number, or another image that helps confirm the clock-in location and time.
To use this feature, the organization creator must subscribe to the Premium "Storage Space" plan to enable cloud storage for photo clock-ins.
Force Recording of GPS Location for Clock-in
GPS location recording is optional by default. If every employee must provide GPS coordinates when clocking in, enable Force Recording of GPS Location for Clock-in.
GPS Positioning Notes
GPS positioning generally performs better in open outdoor environments. Location errors may occur indoors, underground, among tall buildings, or wherever satellite signals are weak or obstructed. Devices may also use Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and mobile network data to determine their location, so actual accuracy varies by device and environment.
Important! GPS positioning cannot achieve 100% accuracy.
Enabling GPS Location
To allow SwipePoint to use location data on a phone or tablet, follow the steps below. Menu names may vary by operating system version and device manufacturer.
iPhone/iPad (iOS) Devices
- Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services, then turn on Location Services.
- Select SwipePoint from the app list.
- Choose While Using the App. If other options appropriate to your use are available, choose as needed.
- Turn on Precise Location so SwipePoint can obtain a more accurate location.
See Apple's official Location Services guide for details.
Android Devices
- Go to Settings > Location, then turn on location services.
- Select App location permissions or a similarly named option, then select SwipePoint.
- Choose Allow only while using the app. If other options appropriate to your use are available, choose as needed.
- If Use precise location is available, turn it on.
- To improve location quality, turn on Location Accuracy in the related location-services settings.
See Google's official guides to app location permissions and Location Accuracy for details.
Deactivating Clock-in Points
If a clock-in point is no longer needed, administrators can deactivate it from the right side of the clock-in point list. Users (employees) will no longer see or use it.
Note that deactivating a clock-in point does not delete any existing scheduled shifts. To completely remove a clock-in point and its associated schedules, you must delete all shifts assigned to it and reconfigure shifts with a new clock-in point.
Allow Skipping Clock-in Point Selection
Home > Admin Mode > Organization > My Organization > Allow Skipping Clock-in Point SelectionAdministrators can go to Admin Mode on the Home page, click Organization, and then select My Organization.
- Enabled: Employees can click "Skip" during clock-in, allowing direct clock-in without selecting a clock-in point.
- Disabled: Employees must select a clock-in point to clock in; otherwise, they cannot proceed.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How can I clock in with LINE?
A: SwipePoint supports clock-in through LINE. Sign in to SwipePoint with your LINE account to use the clock-in feature.
Q2: How can I clock in with Google?
A: SwipePoint supports clock-in through Google. Sign in to SwipePoint with your Google account to use the clock-in feature.
Q3: How can I clock in with Apple?
A: SwipePoint supports clock-in through Apple. Sign in to SwipePoint with your Apple account to use the clock-in feature.
Q4: How do I set up automatic clock-in?
A: SwipePoint does not currently offer automatic clock-in. This feature involves mobile operating-system permissions, device compatibility, and battery usage. Please refer to official SwipePoint announcements for availability updates.
Q5: The clock-in point shown to an employee differs from the one set in the schedule. What should I do?
A: First, verify that the correct clock-in point is assigned to the employee's shift for that time period. Also confirm that Allow Skipping Clock-in Point Selection is disabled. If it is enabled, the employee can skip selecting a clock-in point.
Q6: How do I configure a clock-in point?
A: In Admin Mode, open Clock-in Records and Management, then select Clock-in Point Settings.
Q7: How many clock-in points can an organization configure?
A: A single SwipePoint organization can currently configure up to 100 clock-in points. Contact the SwipePoint team if you need more.
Q8: Which clock-in methods are available?
A: Each clock-in point can use one or more methods, including tapping a button, scanning a fixed or dynamic QR code, scanning an NFC tag, or applying GPS, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi range restrictions.
Q9: What are the approximate ranges and accuracy levels of the clock-in technologies?
A: Approximate ranges and accuracy levels vary: GPS (several meters to 1 kilometer; about 5–10 meters accuracy), Wi-Fi (up to about 20 meters; about 5–15 meters accuracy), Bluetooth (up to about 10 meters; about 1–10 meters accuracy), QR code (up to about 1 meter; about 10–30 centimeters accuracy), and NFC (up to about 10 centimeters; about 0–2 centimeters accuracy). Results depend on the device and environment, so test at the actual site before making a decision.
Q10: How do I enable photo clock-in?
A: When photo clock-in is enabled, users must take a photo as instructed to provide supporting evidence. The organization creator must subscribe to the Premium Storage Space plan before this feature can be used.
Q11: What is Force Recording of GPS Location for Clock-in, and how do I enable it?
A: GPS location recording is optional by default. Enable this setting if every employee must submit GPS coordinates when clocking in. Once enabled, all clock-ins record a GPS location.
Q12: What should I do if a clock-in point differs from the one configured in the schedule?
A: Verify that the correct clock-in point is assigned to the shift for that time period. Also confirm that Allow Skipping Clock-in Point Selection is disabled. If it is enabled, employees may skip the assigned point.
Q13: How do I deactivate a clock-in point, and will this affect existing schedules?
A: Deactivate the point from the right side of the clock-in point list. Users will no longer see or use it, but existing schedules are not deleted automatically. If a schedule still uses the point, update or delete the related shifts and then schedule them again with the correct point.
Q14: Does SwipePoint support physical time clocks?
A: SwipePoint is designed primarily for mobile app clock-in and does not require a separate physical time clock. Administrators can choose GPS, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC, fixed QR code, or dynamic QR code verification and can combine these methods with photo clock-in. If you need integration with existing physical equipment, contact the SwipePoint team to confirm feasibility.
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