How to set up NFC clock-in
Getting NFC attendance running takes a few minutes and no special hardware. Here is exactly how to place the stickers, activate them, and start clocking in.
The stickers
Timedox NFC stickers, a 3-pack is $39.99. One per clock-in point.
A phone with NFC
Any modern iOS or Android phone reads NFC. No separate reader.
A Timedox account
Free trial included. Activate the stickers and invite your team.
Set up NFC clock-in in four steps
Get and place the stickers
Order Timedox NFC stickers and stick one at each door, entrance, or job site. They are passive, so no wiring or power is needed.
Activate them in Timedox
In your Timedox account, add each sticker to the location it covers. Activation takes seconds and links the tag to that spot.
Employees install the app
Employees install the Timedox app on their own iOS or Android phone and sign in with their invite.
Tap to clock in
As they arrive, employees tap the back of the phone on the sticker. The punch is timestamped and synced automatically.
Do you need any special hardware?
No. NFC stickers are passive tags with no battery or power, and the reader is the employee's own phone. You do not buy a wall unit or a card reader to get started.
Tips for reliable NFC clock-in
Place stickers at a consistent height near the entrance, away from large metal surfaces that can weaken the signal. Tell employees to tap the top-back of the phone, where the NFC antenna usually sits, and hold it for a second.
Frequently asked questions
How do I set up NFC clock-in?
Place a Timedox NFC sticker at each location, activate it in your Timedox account, have employees install the app, and let them tap the phone on the sticker to clock in.
Do employees need a special device?
No. Any modern iOS or Android phone with NFC works, so employees use the phone they already carry.
How long does NFC setup take?
A few minutes per location: place the sticker, activate it, and invite the team.
Where should I place the NFC sticker?
At a consistent spot near the entrance, at a comfortable height, and away from large metal surfaces that can weaken the signal.
Tap-to-clock, set up in minutes
Get Timedox NFC stickers, place them, and your team taps to clock in. Start 30 days free.