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How to allow employees to clock in without a scheduled shift

Use this guide to enable clock-ins without a pre-assigned shift.

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Written by Stevie McIntyre
Updated today

Before you start

  • Access is permissions-based. If you can’t edit settings, ask a Company Admin.
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Steps

  1. Open Settings
    Click the cog icon (top-right).
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  2. Go to Clock-In Settings
    Select Clock-In Settings from the dropdown.

3. Enable the option
In the General tab, click the downward arrow to display the config options. Tick Allow Clock-In Without Shift.

4. Save
Click Save (green). Employees can now clock in even when not assigned to a shift.
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Tips

  • Pair this with clear Time & Attendance policies (e.g., when ad-hoc clock-ins are acceptable).
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  • Consider enabling auto-approval thresholds to reduce manual reviews for on-time clock-ins.
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Troubleshooting

  • Option not visible: You may lack permissions or be on a different tab—open General in Clock-In Settings or ask a Company Admin.
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  • Need help? Click the chat button in the bottom-right corner of the screen to contact our support team.

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