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Employee Geotagged Time Punches

In beta for select customers
Geotagging is available for Time Punch Hourly employees in the My Patriot mobile app. Ensure you have the latest version of the app downloaded on your phone download on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.


What is Geotagging?
Geotagging is the use of GPS technology to record the geographic location where an employee logs in or performs certain work-related activities.

When is my location tracked?
The app records location data only during work hours or specific activities, like clocking in or out.

Do I have to allow location tracking?
You will need to speak with your employer or HR department. Clarify whether geotagging is optional, recommended, or mandatory for your role. If geotagging is a condition of employment for your role, refusing permissions could lead to performance issues or affect your ability to perform required duties. Some roles, particularly those involving remote or fieldwork, may require geotagging to track work hours, verify locations, or meet operational needs.

What permissions are necessary for Geotagging?
You will need to enable location tracking for the mobile app on your phone and also grant permissions for your company to view your location.

example of permissions accepted in geotagging in Patriot's time and attendance software.

Why doesn’t my employer see my location?

  • You aren’t an hourly employee who clocks in with time punches. Geotagging is only available for time-punch hourly employees.
  • You haven’t enabled location tracking for the mobile app or given permissions. Check your phone’s location settings and location settings in the app under Profile > App Settings > Location. Toggle “Enable Location Tracking” on.
  • You didn’t clock in/out using the mobile app. Geotagging is only available in the mobile app and not in the web portal.

What if I want to revoke the location tracking?

You can rescind location tracking permission in the mobile app at any time by going to Profile > App Settings > Location. Toggle “Enable Location Tracking” off.

Removing location tracking is only applicable on future time punches, but will not remove your employers view of the already captured data.

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