{"id":743,"date":"2018-07-24T07:50:00","date_gmt":"2018-07-24T05:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/?p=743"},"modified":"2025-10-01T02:00:00","modified_gmt":"2025-10-01T00:00:00","slug":"simple-clock-in-clock-out-system","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/business\/simple-clock-in-clock-out-system\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Set Up a Clock-In Clock-Out System at Work"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you\u2019re a small business owner or an operations manager, you likely have a ton on your plate \u2014 <strong>competing goals and deadlines<\/strong>, budgets, scheduling, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On top of that, you have to track your employees\u2019 productivity and attendance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Solution? You need a dedicated clock-in clock-out system to make things run smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ll explain the benefits of clocking in and out and how you can set up a clock-in clock-out system to track employee working hours effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1110\" height=\"555\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-to-Set-Up-a-Clock-In-Clock-Out-System-at-Work-cover-1110x555.jpg\" alt=\"How to Set Up a Clock-In Clock-Out System at Work - cover\" class=\"wp-image-33732\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-to-Set-Up-a-Clock-In-Clock-Out-System-at-Work-cover-1110x555.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-to-Set-Up-a-Clock-In-Clock-Out-System-at-Work-cover-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-to-Set-Up-a-Clock-In-Clock-Out-System-at-Work-cover-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-to-Set-Up-a-Clock-In-Clock-Out-System-at-Work-cover-18x9.jpg 18w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-to-Set-Up-a-Clock-In-Clock-Out-System-at-Work-cover.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1110px) 100vw, 1110px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-does-clocking-in-and-out-mean\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What does clocking in and out mean?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Clocking in is when employees record the exact time they arrive at work or start their work shift. Conversely, clocking out is the act of recording the time employees finish their work shift.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By clocking in and out, employees track their actual hours worked, enabling operations managers to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Get<\/strong> the necessary data for <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/payroll-management\">accurate payroll<\/a>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Comply<\/strong> with labor laws,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Measure<\/strong> employee productivity, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Monitor<\/strong> employee attendance and absenteeism.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>CLOCKIFY PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To discover how you can reduce absenteeism in the workplace, read the following blog post:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/workforce-management\/absenteeism\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What Is Absenteeism? Causes and Consequences<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-is-a-clock-in-clock-out-system\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a clock-in clock-out system?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A clock-in clock-out system is a tool designed to help business owners and operations managers track their employees\u2019 work hours and attendance.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, employees can record their start and end work times by entering them manually in paper timesheets. If they use an online clock-in system, like a timer app, they can record their work hours by starting\/stopping the timer once they begin\/finish their workday.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get a free timer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using a clock-in clock-out system to track employee working hours, including overtime, ensures <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/workforce-management\/how-to-calculate-overtime\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">accurate overtime calculations<\/a> and fair employee compensation. That said, a lack of a proper clock-in\/out system leads to many issues, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Inaccurate payroll processing,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Potential labor law violations,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decreased accountability,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increased <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/workforce-management\/workplace-time-theft-prevention\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">time theft<\/a>, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inefficient and incorrect tracking of breaks and hours worked, especially for remote and field-based employees.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, using a proper clock-in\/out system is crucial for employers as it helps them better manage overtime costs, streamline payroll, and simplify compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-set-up-a-clock-in-clock-out-system-in-5-easy-steps\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to set up a clock-in clock-out system in 5 easy steps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To set up a clock-in clock-out system for effective employee time tracking, you need to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Find<\/strong> the most suitable time and attendance system for your business,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Develop<\/strong> a clear clock-in clock-out policy,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Offer<\/strong> incentives for accurate timekeeping,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Track<\/strong> breaks, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Analyze<\/strong> the clocking data to identify patterns and address performance issues.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s discuss each in more detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"1-find-the-most-suitable-time-and-attendance-system\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1: Find the most suitable time and attendance system<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When looking for the right clock-in\/out system for your business, consider the following factors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Usability<\/strong> \u2014 make sure your time and attendance system is easy to use. Choosing a user-friendly system saves both you and your employees a lot of time and makes adaptation smoother, increasing overall efficiency.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Key features<\/strong> \u2014 if you\u2019re a small business owner with a few employees, you may only need basic time tracking. In contrast, larger businesses may require advanced features, such as robust reporting and scheduling. Also, companies with field employees may need GPS tracking to ensure accurate record-keeping.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Integration with payroll software<\/strong> \u2014 being able to integrate your timekeeping system with your payroll software is always a plus, as it automates data transfer and reduces the administrative burden on your payroll department.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, a clock-in\/out system should also fit your budget, so assess your needs and available budget, and choose a solution that satisfies both.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"2-develop-a-clear-clock-in-clock-out-policy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2: Develop a clear clock-in clock-out policy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a clear clocking-in and out policy is essential for managing employee attendance. It helps your employees understand why they need to clock in and out and how to do it, allowing you to properly <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/time-attendance-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">track employee time and attendance<\/a> and avoid potential legal issues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A well-crafted clock-in\/out policy includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A short explanation of the policy\u2019s purpose,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your expectations regarding when employees should clock in and out (at the start\/end of the shift),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Detailed instructions on how to use the clock-in clock-out system,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protocols for missed clock-ins or errors, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consequences for policy violations (in cases of buddy punching or time theft).&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you create a clock-in\/out policy, make sure it\u2019s available to all employees by including it in the employee handbook or posting it on the company\u2019s website for easy access.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>CLOCKIFY PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need additional advice on how to prevent employees from not clocking in and out, read the resource below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/workforce-management\/managing-employee-attendance-issues\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tired of Clocking in and Out Issues? Here\u2019s What You Can Do<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"3-offer-incentives-for-accurate-timekeeping\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3: Offer incentives for accurate timekeeping<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To encourage the consistent use of the clock-in clock-out system, consider offering incentives to your employees, like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Extra paid time off,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small bonuses, or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gift boxes that motivate employees to follow timekeeping procedures.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This, in turn, helps you ensure <strong>accurate payroll and compliance<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, you can divide your employees into teams and organize a friendly competition for a group award. For instance, you can award the team with the highest number of perfect attendance days at the end of each month.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This will help boost team spirit and enhance employee accountability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"4-track-breaks-with-a-clock-in-out-system\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4: Track breaks with a clock-in\/out system<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The main point of setting up a clock-in clock-out system is to gather information on <em>when<\/em> your employees start and finish their workdays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While this does give you an insight into who is frequently late or leaves work early, that\u2019s not the full picture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, <strong>some employees tend to prolong their breaks without your knowledge<\/strong>. This is a form of time theft that not only leads to monetary loss but is also unfair to other employees who are productive during their entire shift.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.business.com\/articles\/workplace-theft-study-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2025 statistics on employee theft<\/a>, 54% of employees in the US perform personal tasks while on the clock.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can solve the issue of time theft with an adequate time clock app. Time clock apps like <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Clockify<\/a> by <a href=\"https:\/\/cake.com\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/cake.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAKE.com<\/a> allow you and your team members to account for breaks in 3 ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Enable the breaks feature<\/strong>, and employees will then have the <em>Start break<\/em> option when they open the kiosk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Have a break project<\/strong> so workers can create separate time entries for their breaks and associate them with the break project.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Create a break tag<\/strong> so employees can create a <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/time-entry-system\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">time entry<\/a> and attach the <em>break<\/em> tag. Later, you can group time by tag or filter it out from work time.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, you can differentiate between work and break time in reports \u2014 and filter them either by project, tag, or status.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1110\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Break-time-in-Clockify-detailed-reports-1110x401.png\" alt=\"Break time in Clockify detailed reports\" class=\"wp-image-33704\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Break-time-in-Clockify-detailed-reports-1110x401.png 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Break-time-in-Clockify-detailed-reports-730x264.png 730w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Break-time-in-Clockify-detailed-reports-768x278.png 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Break-time-in-Clockify-detailed-reports-18x7.png 18w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Break-time-in-Clockify-detailed-reports.png 1156w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1110px) 100vw, 1110px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Break time in Clockify detailed reports<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Track breaks with Clockify<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"5-use-a-clock-in-out-system-to-analyze-clocking-data\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5: Use a clock-in\/out system to analyze clocking data<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Clock-in and clock-out reporting is critical for accurately tracking employee work hours, as it provides a <strong>comprehensive overview of when employees clocked<\/strong> <strong>in and out<\/strong>, along with other relevant details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a time clock app, such as Clockify by CAKE.com, you can easily check your team\u2019s attendance by using <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/help\/reports\/attendance-overtime\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">attendance reports<\/a>. These reports show your employees\u2019 daily:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start and end times,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Total break hours,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Total work hours,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Capacity,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Overtime (that is, the difference between hours worked and set capacity), and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/features\/time-off\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Time off<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"828\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-attendance-report-828x630.jpg\" alt=\"Clockify attendance report\" class=\"wp-image-33705\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-attendance-report-828x630.jpg 828w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-attendance-report-394x300.jpg 394w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-attendance-report-768x584.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-attendance-report-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-attendance-report.jpg 1150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 828px) 100vw, 828px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Clockify attendance report<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>You can also use filters and different date ranges to answer specific questions \u2014 from who had overtime on which days to who started working before 9 a.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All this data can help <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/business\/workforce-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">workforce management<\/a> learn who is working too much and who is underperforming. In turn, employees will be able to stay productive and healthy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Track Attendance in Clockify | Guide\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/A-Wtx-s0VW0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, Clockify provides real-time <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/gps-time-clock\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GPS location tracking<\/a>. This option allows you to see locations where people record their start and end times \u2014 as well as the route they traveled while clocked in.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1110\" height=\"615\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-locations-feature-1110x615.jpg\" alt=\"Clockify locations feature\" class=\"wp-image-33706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-locations-feature-1110x615.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-locations-feature-542x300.jpg 542w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-locations-feature-768x425.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-locations-feature-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-locations-feature.jpg 1163w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1110px) 100vw, 1110px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Clockify locations feature<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/features\/location\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">location feature<\/a> is particularly helpful for field workers in industries such as construction, landscaping, and healthcare.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By analyzing clocking data, HR and operations managers can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spot<\/strong> potential issues like employee disengagement,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prevent<\/strong> excessive overtime for reduced overtime costs,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Optimize<\/strong> employee scheduling, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ensure<\/strong> fair employee compensation, leading to higher employee satisfaction and retention.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark clockify-gradient-features\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <span class=\"h4 text-lg translation-block mb-0\">A reliable time tracker<\/span>\n        <p class=\"translation-block mt-1 mb-3\">Time tracking software used by millions. Clockify by CAKE.com is a time tracker and timesheet app that lets you track work hours across projects.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex gap-4 align-items-center translation-block justify-content-center justify-content-sm-start\">\n            <a class=\"bg-white rounded px-3 py-1 text-gray-dark\" href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/apps\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/clockify\/features@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/clockify\/features.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    \n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>CLOCKIFY PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider a few tried-and-tested methods to keep tabs on your team\u2019s productivity:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/managing-teams\/team-productivity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best Methods for Tracking Team Productivity<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In the next section, we\u2019ll explain different types of clock-in clock-out systems to help you choose the one that fits your and your team\u2019s needs perfectly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"types-of-clock-in-clock-out-systems\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of clock-in clock-out systems&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the most commonly used time and attendance systems include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Paper timesheets<\/strong> \u2014 physical copies of time entries entered by hand, which are simple to use but time-consuming and prone to human error.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Clock-in clock-out machines<\/strong> \u2014 devices that vary from traditional punch card time clock systems to sophisticated biometric time clocks, which are quick to use but can easily malfunction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Software<\/strong> \u2014 modern systems in the form of computer programs that can be installed on any device or accessed through a browser.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>One study found that <a href=\"https:\/\/quickbooks.intuit.com\/time-tracking\/resources\/time-attendance-stats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">38% of US employees rely on manual systems<\/a> (e.g., paper timesheets and time cards) for clocking in at work. This form of employee time tracking is <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/tracking-time\/avoid-spreadsheet-time-tracking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">outdated and limited<\/a>, as it\u2019s:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Slow,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prone to errors, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unable to measure productivity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, software-based systems are more versatile and can take many shapes, like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Time kiosks,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Timer apps,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Online timesheets, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Auto trackers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A major perk of having employees clock in and out using software is that it gives you precise data you can analyze later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Track employee time efficiently<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more about these software-based clock-in clock-out solutions \u2014 read on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"clock-in-out-solution-1-kiosk\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clock-in\/out solution #1: Kiosk<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The question as old as time \u2014 or at least as old as the digital time clock \u2014 <em>how to clock in at work without too much friction?<\/em> One of the simplest ways is to use a <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/free-time-clock-kiosk-app\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">time clock kiosk<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A time clock kiosk allows employees to clock in and out from a shared device by entering their <strong>PIN code<\/strong>. This device can be any gadget with an internet connection, like a tablet or smartphone. The PIN code serves as one layer of security to avoid buddy punching.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"801\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-kiosk-801x630.jpg\" alt=\"Clockify\u2019s kiosk\" class=\"wp-image-33707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-kiosk-801x630.jpg 801w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-kiosk-382x300.jpg 382w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-kiosk-768x604.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-kiosk-15x12.jpg 15w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-kiosk.jpg 1150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 801px) 100vw, 801px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Clockify\u2019s kiosk  \n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Besides clocking in and out, <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/help\/track-time-and-expenses\/track-time-on-kiosk\">Clockify\u2019s kiosk<\/a> allows employees to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Track<\/strong> breaks for precise time records,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>See<\/strong> all their activity, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Switch<\/strong> between tasks and projects they\u2019re tracking time for, streamlining workflows.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Clock in with Clockify by CAKE.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Managers can use <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/help\/reports\/dashboard#team-dashboard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Clockify\u2019s team dashboard<\/a> to see who\u2019s currently clocked in, what they\u2019re working on, or their last activity. This enables quick activity and attendance checking.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1110\" height=\"594\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-team-dashboard-1110x594.png\" alt=\"Clockify's team dashboard\" class=\"wp-image-33708\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-team-dashboard-1110x594.png 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-team-dashboard-561x300.png 561w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-team-dashboard-768x411.png 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-team-dashboard-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-team-dashboard.png 1161w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1110px) 100vw, 1110px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Clockify&#8217;s team dashboard<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;All in all, a kiosk is suitable for both large and small businesses with on-site workers that want a reliable and cost-effective solution for centralized timekeeping.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>CLOCKIFY PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn about the pitfalls of working off-the-clock with our in-depth guide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/working-off-clock\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Working Off-The-Clock: Why It\u2019s Illegal &amp; How to Prevent It<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"clock-in-out-solution-2-timer-app\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clock-in\/out solution #2: Timer app<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Aside from a kiosk, you can use a <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/features\/timer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">timer app<\/a> as your employee time tracking system. A timer app runs in the background, allowing users to track the time spent working on specific tasks and projects.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your employees start the timer immediately upon arriving at work and stop it once their workday is over, you\u2019ll have data that <strong>accurately represents hours worked<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"988\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-timer-988x630.jpg\" alt=\"Clockify's timer\" class=\"wp-image-33709\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-timer-988x630.jpg 988w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-timer-470x300.jpg 470w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-timer-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-timer-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-timer.jpg 1148w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 988px) 100vw, 988px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Clockify&#8217;s timer<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s more, timer apps like Clockify by CAKE.com even <strong>work offline<\/strong>. This ensures consistent employee time tracking, especially for field staff or employees with unreliable internet access.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, an employee can edit their time entry if it doesn\u2019t accurately reflect the actual work they completed during the specified period. That way, everyone is in the loop about the time and effort put into tasks \u2014 transparency at its best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In cases where some employees have committed time theft, employers may want to prevent them from editing or adding their time entries manually. That\u2019s where options like <strong>force timer<\/strong> come in.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1110\" height=\"188\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Force-timer-in-Clockify-1110x188.png\" alt=\"Force timer in Clockify\" class=\"wp-image-33710\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Force-timer-in-Clockify-1110x188.png 1110w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Force-timer-in-Clockify-730x123.png 730w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Force-timer-in-Clockify-768x130.png 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Force-timer-in-Clockify-18x3.png 18w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Force-timer-in-Clockify.png 1148w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1110px) 100vw, 1110px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Force timer in Clockify<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>When the force timer is enabled in Clockify, users are limited to using the timer only \u2014 all other options for tracking time, except for the auto tracker, become unavailable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, the <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/learn\/resources\/clock-in-clock-out-clockify\/\">Clockify clock-in\/out system<\/a> is ideal for HR or operations managers who need <strong>precise data regarding when and for how long<\/strong> their employees are working.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"clock-in-out-solution-3-timesheets\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clock-in\/out solution #3: Timesheets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t need to track productivity in real time, your employees can simply fill their digital timesheets at the end of the day or week, detailing what they worked on and for how long. Workers can do this in a <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/timesheet-app\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">timesheet app<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"965\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-timesheets-965x630.jpg\" alt=\"Clockify's timesheets\" class=\"wp-image-33711\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-timesheets-965x630.jpg 965w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-timesheets-460x300.jpg 460w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-timesheets-768x501.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-timesheets-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-timesheets.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 965px) 100vw, 965px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Clockify&#8217;s timesheets<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Although not as precise as the timer method, this technique is the easiest for employees to add to their everyday workflow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can even schedule <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/help\/administration\/targets-reminders\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">automatic timesheet reminders<\/a> for your employees if they forget to log their time. This way, you don\u2019t have to chase employees for timesheets \u2014 the system handles reminders, saving you valuable time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, managers get to approve timesheets before submitting them to payroll, allowing for smoother payroll processing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"979\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Approving-timesheets-in-Clockify-979x630.jpg\" alt=\"Approving timesheets in Clockify\" class=\"wp-image-33712\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Approving-timesheets-in-Clockify-979x630.jpg 979w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Approving-timesheets-in-Clockify-466x300.jpg 466w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Approving-timesheets-in-Clockify-768x494.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Approving-timesheets-in-Clockify-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Approving-timesheets-in-Clockify.jpg 1162w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 979px) 100vw, 979px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Approving timesheets in Clockify<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Apps like Clockify allow users to populate their new timesheets with the most common work activities from the past or copy time and activities from previous timesheets. This reduces manual effort and speeds up the timesheet submission process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Essentially, timesheets are useful for all sorts of businesses as they provide clear and easily accessible data for payroll and <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/learn\/resources\/timekeeping-laws-compliance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">compliance purposes<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>CLOCKIFY PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scared you\u2019ll make errors while filling out a timesheet for payroll purposes? We\u2019re all human \u2014 but read our guide on how to minimize mistakes when creating or editing timesheets:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/tracking-time\/minimize-timesheet-mistakes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Minimize Mistakes in Timesheets<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"clock-in-out-solution-4-auto-tracker\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clock-in\/out solution #4: Auto tracker<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you like the idea of a timer, but employees find it a hassle, they can turn on the <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/features\/auto-tracker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">automatic tracker<\/a> and add their time at the end of the day based on the recorded data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The auto tracker keeps a list of all apps being used, which users can then easily convert to time entries.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1061\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-auto-tracker.jpg\" alt=\"Clockify's auto tracker\" class=\"wp-image-33713\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-auto-tracker.jpg 1061w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-auto-tracker-730x297.jpg 730w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-auto-tracker-768x313.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockifys-auto-tracker-18x7.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1061px) 100vw, 1061px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Clockify&#8217;s auto tracker<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>This clock-in\/out solution is useful when you need your employees to keep activity logs at work rather than just enter their start and end times. Thus, they can provide detailed information about their workday without having to spend too much time jotting everything down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Clockify Tour | Features Overview (2025)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4K6yRS_CFbk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"faqs-about-clock-in-clock-out-systems\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs about clock-in clock-out systems&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In this section, we\u2019ll answer some of the frequently asked questions about employee time and attendance systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-to-use-the-clock-in-machine-at-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use the clock-in machine at work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To clock in via the punch card time clock system, employees insert a paper time card into a designated slot on the machine, which stamps the date and time of arrival onto the card. When they want to clock out, they repeat the process (the machine will then record their departure time).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To clock in and out using a biometric fingerprint clocking-in machine, employees place their finger on the fingerprint scanner to record their attendance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As an employee scans their fingerprint, the system compares it to the pre-registered template for identification. If the scan matches, the system records their arrival or departure time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>CLOCKIFY PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more about the history of timekeeping \u2014 from ancient shadow clocks to modern timekeeping systems, check out the blog post below:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/tracking-time\/time-tracking-evolution\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How Timekeeping Evolved Over the Ages and in Business<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-to-clock-in-and-out-using-workday\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to clock in and out using Workday?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Workday allows users to log their work time from web browsers or mobile devices. To clock in via Workday\u2019s mobile app, employees need to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Log<\/strong> in to their account,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Click<\/strong> on the <em>Check in<\/em> button,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Specify<\/strong> details like time type (e.g., regular pay), and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Click<\/strong> <em>OK<\/em> to finalize their check-in.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To clock out for the end of their shift, employees need to click the <em>Check out<\/em> button, leave a comment in the appropriate section (optional), and click <em>Done<\/em>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The clock-in\/out process may differ depending on how the company sets the app (instead of seeing the <em>Check in<\/em> button as soon as they log in, employees may have to access the <em>Time Tracking<\/em> section and log their time from there).&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get a simple Workday alternative<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-to-clock-in-and-out-on-workforce\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to clock in and out on Workforce?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To clock in using the Workforce mobile app, employees need to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Log in to their account,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click the <em>Clock in<\/em> button,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select a team (optional), and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click <em>Clock in<\/em> to confirm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To check out, they need to click the <em>Clock out<\/em> button, select a team (optional), and confirm the action by clicking <em>Clock out<\/em>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Note that employees may be required to grant location and camera permissions to the app to be able to clock in.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>CLOCKIFY PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make headway on how you clock in and out at work with the best apps on the market, and read our reviews for the best clock-in\/out systems and best time tracking apps for 2025:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/apps-tools\/clock-in-clock-out-apps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">9 Best Clock-In Clock-Out Apps in 2025<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/best-time-tracking-apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best Time Tracking Apps for 2025: Reviewed &amp; Compared<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-do-you-remind-employees-to-clock-in-and-out\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do you remind employees to clock in and out?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To remind on-site employees to clock in and out, place a physical reminder (e.g., a large, eye-catching sign) near a time clock station.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you also have remote or field workers, you can use digital reminders, such as scheduled email or text messages. You can utilize <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/google-calendar-time-tracking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Google Calendar<\/a> to schedule recurring events and send reminders to your employees to clock in and out (e.g., 10 minutes before their shift starts and ends).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you can encourage employees to set alarms on their phones to make sure they don\u2019t forget to check in and out of work.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"use-clockify-by-cake-com-to-check-and-track-attendance\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use Clockify by CAKE.com to check and track attendance\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to set up a punch-in punch-out system depends on your business needs and your employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To reap all the benefits of a well-structured clock-in clock-out system, give Clockify a try. It comes with all the above-mentioned options \u2014 <strong>kiosk<\/strong>, <strong>timesheets<\/strong>, <strong>timer<\/strong>, and <strong>auto tracker<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Clock in with Clockify by CAKE.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Setting up a clock-in kiosk on your tablet is the best option if you don\u2019t want to bother people with installing an app.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, a clock-in kiosk is by far the most convenient option for on-site workers since it allows them to log their working hours from a single device.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Still, suppose people come to the workplace every day and perform job duties at their computers. In this case, you can invite them as users in Clockify, and they can personally log their hours at the end of the day by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Filling their weekly timesheets, or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creating <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/time-card-calculator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">time cards<\/a> with start\/end times.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>All in all, Clockify is a feature-rich platform that caters to different needs in terms of <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/attendance-tracker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tracking employee attendance<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, you\u2019ll be happy to know that Clockify by CAKE.com offers free, human <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/help\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">customer support<\/a> available 24\/7 (including holidays) to answer any of your questions or provide guidance.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With many useful features, you can select the plan that best fits your workflow, and track attendance in your company\u2019s offices, in the field, or from your home office.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"902\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-pricing-902x630.jpg\" alt=\"Clockify pricing\" class=\"wp-image-33714\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-pricing-902x630.jpg 902w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-pricing-430x300.jpg 430w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-pricing-768x536.jpg 768w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-pricing-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Clockify-pricing.jpg 1147w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 902px) 100vw, 902px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Clockify pricing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>This way, you\u2019ll single out unjustified absences and find ways to increase future attendance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Turn to tried-and-tested software to solve your attendance problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clockify.me\/en\/signup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get started with Clockify<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn how to set up a clock-in clock-out system and why tracking and managing employee attendance is important.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":33733,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[8],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-743","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-business"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/743","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=743"}],"version-history":[{"count":124,"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/743\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":36788,"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/743\/revisions\/36788"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/33733"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=743"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=743"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clockify.me\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=743"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}