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Advanced Features
Step by step instructions on how to setup and use basic features.
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Eric,
Stefanie,
and
Rachel
Kiosk - PIN Punching Overview
Step by step instructions on how to set up and use the kiosk (PIN) feature.
Written by
Rachel
Updated today
Punch Limiting: With or Without Scheduling
Step by step instructions on how to set up punch limiting with and without scheduling.
Written by
Rachel
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IP Address Lock Overview
Step by step instructions on how to set up the IP Address Lock.
Written by
Rachel
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Device Lock Overview
With device lock, you can ensure an employee can punch in/out from a specific device.
Written by
Rachel
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Overview of Notifications, Alerts, and Reminders
Here we'll cover the many different notifications that are available.
Written by
Rachel
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Facial Recognition
Setting up your profile photo for Facial Recognition as an Employee, Manager or Admin.
After Facial Recognition is enabled on your account you need to setup a profile picture so Buddy Punch can recognize you.
Written by
Eric
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Facial Recognition - How to use for punching and for logging in
Punch in and out, or login using just a live image from your webcam. Works on laptops, desktops, tablets and smartphones.
Written by
Eric
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How to punch in or out, or login using Facial Recognition.
Once you have Facial Recognition setup you can follow these setups to use it.
Written by
Eric
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Face ID for Facial Recognition on iOS Smartphone App
Face ID can be used for up to 2 people per device
Written by
Eric
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How do I punch or login using Facial Recognition from the app?
Here we'll explain how to use the Facial Recognition feature from the app.
Written by
Rachel
Updated today
Helpful tips for taking Facial Recognition pictures
Here we'll go over some helpful tips when it comes to taking pictures of employees for Facial Recognition
Written by
Rachel
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QR Codes
Printing and Formatting your QR Codes
QR Codes are generated on a per employee basis. You can download them as images and print them.
Written by
Eric
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Setting up your PC's Camera for QR Code Usage
Scan your QR Code with your webcam or smartphone. (IE is not supported)
Written by
Eric
Updated today
How to use QR Codes (QRC) with iPhones and iPads
Apple products do not support the QR Code technology when using a browser, but you do have options.
Written by
Stefanie
Updated today
Using Buddy Punch as a Terminal or Kiosk
We recommend using our QR Code feature.
Written by
Eric
Updated today
How to punch in and out using a QR Code
An employee can punch in and out using a QR Code, or their manager can punch them in and out by scanning their QR Code.
Written by
Eric
Updated today
How do I use the QR Code feature on the app?
Here we'll explain how to use the QR Code feature on the app.
Written by
Rachel
Updated today
How do I change my camera for QR Code punching from the app?
If you need to change your camera settings, you can do this from the settings area of the app.
Written by
Rachel
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Can I create a QR Code for a specific job?
Written by
Rachel
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QR Code - Contactless Punch Option
If you're in need of a contactless punching option, then we recommend using our QR Code feature.
Written by
Rachel
Updated today
Paid & Unpaid Breaks
How do I add/edit a break in-app?
Step by step instructions on how to add an unpaid break in the Buddy Punch app.
Written by
Rachel
Updated today
How do I change/edit a punch or time entry? Or add a break from the web?
Step by step instructions on how to edit a punch or time entry and add a break from our website.
Written by
Rachel
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How do I set up automatic lunch breaks?
Automatic breaks will trigger after a set amount of time.
Written by
Rachel
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How do I add a break from the app?
If your admin allows edits, you can add a break from the time card page.
Written by
Rachel
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How do I enter in a Paid Break?
Breaks, if you want them paid, are a different type of time.
Written by
Eric
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Tracking Paid or Unpaid Breaks
Instructions on how to track paid or unpaid breaks within Buddy Punch.
Written by
Rachel
Updated today
Geofences
Geofences - what are they and how do they work?
A geofence will require use of our smartphone apps.
Written by
Eric
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Can I use Geofences and IP Locks together?
Employees can be out in the field or in the office, and you can restrict both.
Written by
Eric
Updated today
What happens if I am outside a geofence?
You are required to be within a geofence to punch in or out.
Written by
Eric
Updated today
Time Card Approvals
Time Card Approvals Setup & Usage
If enabled time cards will need to be submitted at the end of a pay period.
Written by
Rachel
Updated today
Time Card Approvals - Required Agreement
You can now require an employee to agree to specific text prior to submitting their time card.
Written by
Rachel
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How to approve or reject a time card as a manager or administrator.
If you are using our Time Card Approvals feature, you can approve or reject time cards.
Written by
Eric
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How do I send out reminders for time card approvals?
Here we'll explain how to setup the time card approval reminder for Managers and Administrators.
Written by
Rachel
Updated today
Punch Rounding
Punch Rounding Overview
You can setup punch rounding so employee's punches are rounded down, up or to the nearest based on a specified increment.
Written by
Rachel
Updated today
Should I apply rounding on switch?
Here we'll explain the punch rounding feature and how it works with switches.
Written by
Rachel
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Alerts & Reminders
How do I send a shift end reminder?
Here we'll show you how to setup a shift end reminder.
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Rachel
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How do I send a punch in reminder?
Here we'll explain how to setup a punch in reminder for your employees.
Written by
Rachel
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How to be alerted when an employee punches in using "No Shift."
Here we'll explain how to setup the Punch In Alert - No Shift option.
Written by
Rachel
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How do I send a shift start reminder?
Here we'll show you how to setup a shift start reminder.
Written by
Rachel
Updated today
I'd like to be alerted when an employee doesn't punch out.
Here we'll show you how to setup an alert to be notified when an employee doesn't punch out for their scheduled shift.
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Rachel
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I'd like to be alerted when an employee doesn't punch in.
Here we'll show you how to setup an alert to be notified when an employee doesn't punch into their scheduled shift.
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Rachel
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I'd like to be alerted when an employee punches out late.
Here we'll show you how to setup an alert to be notified when an employee punches out late.
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Rachel
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I'd like to be alerted when an employee punches out early.
Here we'll show you how to setup an alert to be notified when an employee punches out early.
Written by
Rachel
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I'd like to be alerted when an employee punches in late.
Here we'll show you how to setup an alert to be notified when an employee punches in late.
Written by
Rachel
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I'd like to be alerted when an employee punches in early.
Here we'll show you how to setup an alert to be notified when an employee punches in early.
Written by
Rachel
Updated today
How do I send a punch out reminder?
Here we'll explain how to create a punch out reminder.
Written by
Rachel
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I'd like to send a reminder for employees to submit their time cards.
Here we'll explain how to send a reminder to employees to submit their time card.
Written by
Rachel
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How do I setup an overtime alert?
Here we'll explain how to setup an overtime alert.
Written by
Rachel
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Overtime Alerts
Get alerted when your employees or managers hit a set number of hours. You can select how many hours need to pass before the notification.
Written by
Eric
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What should I enter in the name field for an overtime alert?
Written by
Rachel
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