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LiteLog Time Clock App – Digital Time Tracking via Smartphone
The LiteLog time clock app replaces physical punch clocks and paper timesheets. Work hours are recorded via smartphone – using NFC, QR codes or geofencing.
Brochure for digital time tracking
Working hours, breaks, and reporting — transparent and compliant.
Easy time capture via app
Automatic break rules
Exports for payroll & controlling
What is a time clock app?
A time clock app replaces punch cards and paper timesheets: employees check in via NFC tag, QR code or geofencing directly at the work site, and the app stores work hours, breaks and shift times automatically. Managers see all times live in the dashboard and generate reports at the push of a button.
- ✓Check-in via NFC, QR code or geofencing
- ✓Work hours, breaks and overtime calculated automatically
- ✓No time terminal or additional hardware needed
- ✓Ready to use on any smartphone – set up in minutes
- ✓Ideal for field service and teams at changing work sites
Digital time clock app vs. physical punch clock
Physical punch clocks require maintenance and are tied to one location, paper timesheets and spreadsheets are error-prone – and none of them shows in real time who is currently working. With the time clock app, all work hours land in the dashboard automatically, without terminal hardware, time cards or paper that can get lost.
- ✓No maintenance costs for punch clock hardware
- ✓No errors from illegible handwriting or forgotten entries
- ✓Real-time data instead of end-of-month surprises
- ✓Audit-proof storage instead of paper filing
- ✓Works at every work site, not just the office entrance
How the LiteLog time clock app works
Employees scan an NFC tag or QR code at the work site – the app records start, breaks and end, keeps working without an internet connection and transfers the data as soon as the device is back online. If you prefer not to scan at all: automatic time tracking via beacon starts the check-in by itself as soon as employees enter the site.
- ✓Check-in at the work site via NFC or QR code
- ✓Live status in the dashboard for dispatchers
- ✓Automatic break and overtime calculation
- ✓Check-out via app or automatically at shift end
- ✓Storage with change history, export as PDF, CSV or Excel
Mobile time tracking: record work hours on the go
Field staff, employees on construction sites or at client locations sign in via smartphone directly at the work site – start, breaks and end are recorded automatically, and the location confirms the site. Dispatchers see in real time who is working where, instead of collecting paper lists or fielding calls to head office.
- ✓Sign in at the work site via GPS, NFC tag or QR code
- ✓Field time tracking without calls to head office
- ✓Start, breaks and end recorded automatically
- ✓Works offline – times are transferred afterwards
GPS time tracking and geofencing as location proof
LiteLog records the location once when an employee signs in at the site – there is no movement tracking during the shift. With geofencing you define an area around each site where sign-in is possible – giving clients solid proof of the work performed — with their own client access on request.
- ✓Location recorded at sign-in, not permanently
- ✓Geofencing: sign-in only within the defined area around the site
- ✓GPS proof of the work site for clients
- ✓Encrypted transmission, stored in Germany
- ✓Access to location data controlled via roles and permissions
Time clock app for security, cleaning and facility services
Security services, facility cleaning and caretaker teams work at many different locations – a stationary punch clock is not an option there. With LiteLog, employees record their times directly on site, dispatchers see staffing live and clients receive automated proof-of-service reports on request. For security services, the digital guard book complements time tracking with complete event documentation.
- ✓Site-based time tracking at changing locations
- ✓Automated proof-of-service reports for clients
- ✓GPS verification of the work site
- ✓Shift planning and punctuality monitoring
Missing sign-in: the chain runs by itself
If the sign-in at shift start does not happen, a chain starts automatically – from a push notification to the employee to a stand-in task. You adjust this chain in the workflow editor without programming.
06:00 — shift starts
no sign-in at the site
Trigger: missing sign-in
Push to the employee
after 10 min SMS to the site manager
Stand-in task created
Site covered — documented
Try the time clock app for free
LiteLog offers a free 14-day trial with full functionality – no setup fees, no credit card required. Register, create locations, invite employees: the first check-in is possible in under 10 minutes.
- ✓14-day free trial with full functionality
- ✓Time clock app available for Android and iPhone
- ✓No setup fees, no credit card required
- ✓Ready to use in under 10 minutes
- ✓After the trial: flat prices from €79 per month, plan by headcount
Custom solutions for your requirements
Whether you need special shift models, integration with your payroll system or individual compliance requirements: we adapt LiteLog to your processes. Along the way we support you personally from concept to rollout.
- ✓Tailored processes for your organisation
- ✓Integration with existing systems
- ✓Personal support from concept to rollout
Capture methods
Six ways to clock in. You choose per site.
Every site gets the method that fits the people on the ground: their own phones, a company device or no app at all. The time always lands in the same attendance list.
| Method | Best for | Hardware | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Button in the app, optionally with a GPS zoneThe person taps Clock in in the LiteLog app. The GPS zone around the site confirms the location. | Own phones, many changing sites, no hardware on site. | None. | free |
| QR code at the siteThe person scans the sticker with the LiteLog app. | Cheap and fast, many small sites. | QR code from the portal, printed yourself. | free |
| NFC tag at the siteThe person holds the phone to the tag. Nobody can photograph a tag. | Tamper-proof, on metal, in clinics and at night. | One NFC tag per site, the metal variant for metal surfaces. | NFC tag €1.80 eachpack from €44.99NFC tag for metal €2.00 eachpack from €29.99 |
| Personal tag or card at a readerAn NFC reader at the site, each person holds their card to it. Clock in and out without a private phone. | Crews without private phones, hygiene areas, workshops and entrances. | NFC reader (power and Wi-Fi) plus a card or tag per person. | NFC card €1.60 eachpack from €39.99reader on request |
| QR code or NFC tag without an appTag or code open a page in the browser. The person types their staff number, done. | External companies, subcontractors and temporary staff without an app. | QR code (free) or NFC tag. | NFC tag €1.80 eachpack from €44.99or QR code for free |
| Mixed per siteMethods apply per site and separately for clocking in and out. On site, QR and NFC can be combined. | NFC only at some locations, the rest via QR or button. | Depends on the site. | depends on the site |
| Beacon, no scan at allA Bluetooth beacon confirms proximity to the site and switches the site automatically. | When nobody should scan, even in basements without GPS. | One beacon per site. | on request |
Shop prices net, as of 16 Oct 2026.
LiteLog bills by the number of your employees: three flat prices, every created employee account counts. Sites, rooms and devices are unlimited; client logins do not count.
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Learn more aboutCloud Architecture & Offline Mode
Underground car park without signal, basement without WiFi: the app captures scans and reports offline too and syncs automatically as soon as the connection is back. Access anytime via app, browser or terminal — no servers of your own.
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Free-form templates instead of rigid masks: digitize any form without IT, fill it on mobile with a digital signature — and attach logic that turns a defect list into assigned tasks automatically. Reports reach clients as revision-safe PDF/A.
Learn more aboutCapture Methods
Digital attendance that fits in.
LiteLog offers seven proven capture methods that slot right into your workflows. Pick the option that fits your team best.
Mobile App
QR Code Scan
QR codes can be printed instantly or displayed on any screen. All that’s needed is a smartphone with a camera and the LiteLog app. Each scan automatically assigns the user to the correct location and shift or event. This ensures accurate check-ins without explanations or errors. Ideal for classrooms, lecture halls, and large groups.
Ready to use immediately
No additional hardware required
Automatic assignment to location and event
Our Standards
Secure, Flexible, GDPR Compliant
GDPR compliant
We comply with GDPR. Your data stays in Germany and we guarantee the highest security standards.
Servers in Germany
Your data is securely hosted on German servers, protected by strict German data protection laws.
Cross-platform
Backoffice works on any computer in the browser. We support iPhone and Android devices.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about LiteLog
What is a time clock app?
A time clock app replaces traditional punch clocks with a smartphone application. Employees record work hours via NFC, QR code or geofencing. All data is stored digitally and available for reporting immediately.
Is the time clock app free?
LiteLog offers a free 14-day trial with full functionality. There are no setup fees. After the trial one of three flat prices applies: Basis €79 per month for up to 15 employees, Betrieb €199 for up to 50, Profi €399 for up to 150. Sites and devices are unlimited and client logins never count.
Does the time clock app work on Android and iPhone?
Yes. The LiteLog time clock app is available for both Android and iPhone. It works on all common smartphones and can be installed and set up in minutes.
Do I need additional hardware for the time clock app?
No. The time clock app works with existing smartphones. Optionally, NFC tags or QR codes can be placed at work sites. Expensive time terminals are not required.
Is the digital time clock app GDPR-compliant?
Yes. LiteLog is GDPR-compliant and hosted in Germany. All data is encrypted in transit and stored in an audit-proof manner. Access rights can be configured per role.
Does the time clock app work without internet?
Yes. The app works offline. Check-ins and check-outs are stored locally and synchronised automatically once an internet connection is available.
Which industries is the time clock app best suited for?
The time clock app is ideal for security services, facility cleaning, caretaker services and any industry with distributed teams at changing work sites.
How quickly can the time clock app be set up?
In under 10 minutes. Register, create locations, invite employees – and the first check-in can happen. No IT department or on-site installation is needed.
Can I export work hours?
Yes. All work hours can be exported as PDF, CSV or Excel. Reports can be created manually or automatically and sent to internal or external recipients.
Does the time clock app replace a physical punch clock?
Yes. The time clock app fully replaces stationary punch clocks. Employees record work hours on their smartphone. This saves hardware costs and works at any location.
What is mobile time tracking?
Mobile time tracking means work hours are recorded via smartphone directly at the work site. Instead of paper timesheets or spreadsheets, employees sign in through the app – via GPS, NFC tag or QR code.
How does GPS time tracking work?
When signing in, the app records the location of the employee. This proves that the work hours were recorded at the correct site. Location data is stored in an audit-proof way and can be presented to clients as evidence.
Is location data recorded continuously?
No. LiteLog records the location only when an employee signs in at the site, not throughout the shift. There is no movement tracking. Data is transmitted encrypted, stored in Germany and visible only to authorised roles.
Which teams benefit from mobile time tracking?
Mobile time tracking suits every team without a fixed workplace: field service, security companies, cleaning, caretaker services and trades. Wherever people work at changing sites, it replaces paper timesheets and calls to head office.
What is the difference between mobile time tracking and a time clock app?
Mobile time tracking focuses on location proof and on teams at changing work sites. A time clock app mainly replaces the stationary punch clock. LiteLog combines both functions in one solution.
How can I track and evaluate my working hours via app?
With a mobile time tracking app like LiteLog, employees record their working hours via smartphone directly on site — by scanning a QR code or NFC tag. The app automatically stores start, end, breaks, and location. Evaluation happens in the web portal with filters by person, site, time period, and task. Working hours can be exported as CSV or PDF — for payroll or client reports.
How do mobile time tracking apps work for freelancers?
For freelancers, mobile time tracking apps usually work project-based: when starting an assignment, freelancers start a timer or scan a client QR code. The app captures time automatically, assigns it to a project, and creates invoice drafts with hourly rates directly. LiteLog covers this use case and is particularly suitable for freelancers in security or facility services who work on site for multiple clients.