The Geo-fencing feature in the Attendance Tracker allows you to track attendance within specific geographic boundaries (fences) set by your organisation. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to set up and manage Geo-fencing
How to Create a Geofence? #
Step 1: Open Geofencing under the Attendance Tracker Settings
Step 2: Start a new GeoFence by clicking the Add New button.
Step 3: Enter the Fence Name
This is a mandatory field.
Example: SAV Solutions – London Office.
Step 4: Search for Your Office Location
Begin typing your office address in the search bar and select it from the results.
Step 5: Draw the GeoFence
Use the available tools: Box, Circle, or Polygon to mark the office area Zoom, swipe, and adjust the shape as needed
To correct mistakes, use the Delete icon and redraw
Step 6: Save the Fence
Click Save to add the fence
Use Save and New to create more
Click Cancel Changes to discard edits
Applicable Settings #
Once the Geofence is created, go to the Applicable Settings tab to assign who should follow the fencing rule. You can apply the rule based on:
Department
Office Location
Role
Gender
Marital Status
Specific Employees
Example Configurations:
To apply to all employees except Admins: choose All Roles Except Admins
To include a specific Admin (e.g., Alan Alexander): manually add them under Available to Employees
This section allows precise targeting of Geofencing rules across your team.
Managing and Exporting Fences #
Use List View or Card View to browse all created fences
Click the Export button to download or share your Geofence data in supported formats
Important Notes About Device Compatibility #
Geofence setup can be done via desktop or mobile
But check-in and check-out using Geofencing only work on mobile devices
Employee Guidelines: #
Use the OfficePortal mobile app or web version from a mobile browser
Enable location services on the mobile device
When prompted, select Precise location instead of Approximate
This ensures accurate detection and proper attendance marking.
