Do your employees work remotely, travel between job sites, or need to clock in from their phones?
Want to swap your office time clock for a tablet on the wall - or just make clocking in easier from anywhere?
TimeClick Mobile gives your team the freedom to track time from any device, anywhere.
Here’s everything you need to know to get started.
Table of Contents
- What Is TimeClick Mobile?
- Who Should Use TimeClick Mobile?
- What Can TimeClick Mobile Do?
- What You’ll Need to Use TimeClick Mobile
- Supported Devices for TimeClick Mobile
- How to Set Up TimeClick Mobile in 3 Easy Steps
- Public vs. Private Login
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Final Thoughts on TimeClick Mobile
What Is TimeClick Mobile?
TimeClick Mobile lets your team clock in and out using a phone or tablet - no desktop required. It’s perfect for employees who work remotely or are constantly on the go.
Who Should Use TimeClick Mobile?
If your team isn’t always in the office, TC Mobile makes tracking time easier and more flexible. TimeClick Mobile is ideal for teams who:
- Work remotely or off-site
- Travel between jobsites or locations
- Use a shared tablet or kiosk to clock in
- Need clock-in access from mobile devices only
What Can TimeClick Mobile Do?
TimeClick Mobile gives employees exactly what they need to track time - no admin access, no distractions.
Included Features
- Clock in and out from Android or iOS devices
- Add comments or select a job/department (if enabled in Desktop)
- View PTO balance and submit PTO requests
- Submit missed punch requests (for forgotten clock-ins or outs)
- Geo Location: View where employees clocked in/out on a map
- Geo Fencing: Limit clock-in access to approved locations
What’s Not Included
- Admin features like reports, PTO approvals, time edits, or setup - these remain desktop-only
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Want to learn more about Geo features? Check out our Geo Location & Fencing guide or the TimeClick Mobile Features page.
What You’ll Need to Use TimeClick Mobile
Before getting started, make sure you have:
- A TimeClick license (Mobile not supported on single-device licenses)
- TimeClick version 21 or later
- An active TimeClick Unlimited subscription
- One computer running TimeClick Desktop (the mobile app connects to this)
- Room for another device on your license (each phone/tablet counts as a device)
NOTE
Geo features are free for a limited time after TimeClick 25’s launch. After that, a small fee based on your license size will be added to your yearly subscription only if you continue to use the feature.
Supported Devices for TimeClick Mobile
- Android 4.1+
- iOS 10.0+
- macOS 11.0+ (with M1 chip)
How to Set Up TimeClick Mobile in 3 Easy Steps
Getting started takes just a few minutes:
- Enable Mobile Access in Desktop
- Open TimeClick Desktop → Admin mode → Settings (Preferences in TC 21) → Mobile
- Check 'Enable Mobile Features' → create login info → click Save
- Download the App
- Go to the App Store or Google Play and install TimeClick Mobile
- Connect the App to Your Server
- Open the app and enter the login credentials you set in step 1
- Choose either Public or Private mode (explained below)
Public vs. Private Login
When setting up the app, you’ll choose between Public or Private:
- Public: Great for shared devices → shows all employees
- Private: Best for individual use → locks to one employee after setup
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Selected the wrong option? No worries - just uninstall and reinstall the app to reset it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to update the app manually?
What if there’s no internet?
Trouble logging in or not seeing employees?
License count exceeded?
Why is the app asking for location permissions?
Clock-ins not showing up in Desktop?
Final Thoughts on TimeClick Mobile
TimeClick Mobile simplifies time tracking for teams that work from anywhere. It’s easy to set up, flexible for any work style, and built to keep your records accurate - wherever the job takes you.
GOT FEEDBACK?
Have ideas for new mobile features? We’d love to hear them! Email us at support@timeclick.com with your company name.
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