Overview: The basic feature allows an employer to capture the location of an employee when they punch in, out, or switch between jobs. If you are an employee who has been required to share their basic GPS details then you will need to allow for certain permissions in the app.
Important: When using Basic GPS Buddy Punch only captures the location at the moment of the punch in, out, or switch. We do not track your location throughout your shift or when you are not punched in.
Instructions:
Enable Basic GPS: Android
When you first log in as an employee after basic GPS has been enabled, you’ll be asked to share your location.
1. When presented with the location-sharing options, you have to share your Precise location. You can then choose when you want to share your location, whether While using the app or Only this time. (Left image below)
2. If you choose to Don't Allow, you'll receive an error message when you try to punch in or out. (Right image below)
3. If you properly enabled the permissions outlined above, then you should be able to punch in or out.
Enable Basic GPS: iOS
When you first log in as an employee after basic GPS has been enabled, you’ll be asked to share your location.
1. When presented with the location-sharing options, you have to share your Precise location. You can then choose when you want to share your location, whether Allow Once or Allow While Using App. (Left image below)
2. If you choose to Don't Allow, you'll receive an error message when you try to punch in or out. (Right image below)
3. If you properly enabled the permissions outlined above, then you should be able to punch in or out.
FAQ
Q: Does Buddy Punch monitor GPS at all times?
A: When using our Basic GPS feature, an employee's location is only captured when they punch in, out, or switch between jobs.
Q: How much data is used when basic GPS is enabled?
A: Basic GPS tracking in Buddy Punch only captures an employee’s location at the time of punching in and out, resulting in minimal data usage. The exact amount depends on factors like device settings and network conditions, but it is significantly lower than continuous tracking. You can check your phone’s data settings to see how much Buddy Punch is using.
Q: How much battery is used when basic GPS is enabled?
A: Since basic GPS tracking only captures location when punching in or out, its impact on battery life is minimal. Battery usage may vary based on device health, signal strength, and other background activity, but Buddy Punch is designed to use location services efficiently. You can monitor battery usage in your device settings if needed.