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Getting Started with the Ezitracker Mobile App

Learn how to use the Ezitracker mobile app for time tracking, schedule management, surveys, messaging, and expense submission. Supports iOS 15+ and Android 10+

Updated over 2 months ago

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Overview

The Ezitracker mobile app helps field workers log time at job sites, manage schedules, complete surveys, submit expenses, and stay connected with their organization.


Device Requirements

  • iOS 15.0 or higher

  • Android 10 (API 29) or higher

  • Portrait orientation only (iPhone and iPad supported)


Core Features

Time Tracking

Log in/out using:

  • QR code scanning

  • Codebox entry (via phone call)

  • Manual site selection

  • Telephone-based entry

  • Site reference number

Each login/logout captures GPS coordinates, timestamps, and optional custom fields.

Schedule Management

View assigned schedules with site details, times, and tasks. Access today’s agenda or browse all upcoming shifts.

Surveys and Audits

Complete dynamic surveys with text, numeric, photo, and multiple-choice questions.

Messaging

Use the built-in messaging system to communicate with office staff.

Expense Tracking

Submit expenses with amounts, receipts, and notes.


App Interface

The app uses a tab-based layout:

  • Status: Current login status and quick actions

  • Agenda: Today’s schedule

  • Messages: Inbox

  • Schedules: All assigned shifts

  • Expenses: Expense submissions


Authentication Flow

  • First-time users: Setup wizard

  • Returning users: PIN entry

  • Authenticated users: Main tab interface


Push Notifications

Receive alerts for sync events, broadcast messages, and location requests.


Advanced Features

  • Auto-Logout Detection: Logs out users after inactivity, with correction options

  • Trip Management: Supports multi-day trips with multiple site logins

  • Excursions: Record temporary departures from job sites

  • Location Services: GPS tracking during login/logout and map views

  • Offline Support: Works offline and syncs when reconnected


Location Tracking Policy

  • Tracks location only when app is open and in use

  • Captures exact location during login/logout

  • Occasionally checks location during sync

  • Tracks location on specific screens (e.g., map view)

  • Stops tracking when app is closed or in background

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