Atto offers flexible location tracking options to support team accountability, safety, and accurate reporting. Admins can choose between three tracking modes depending on business needs and privacy preferences.
Location Tracking Options
1. Real-Time Tracking
Continuously tracks a team member’s location while on the clock.
Includes:
Time spent at job sites
Time on the move
Travel route history
2. Clock In/Out Tracking
Records a team member’s location only at clock-in and clock-out.
This data is saved to the user’s timesheet.
3. No Tracking
Disables all location tracking.
Users can clock in/out without sharing their location.
Location Tracking & Privacy
Atto values your team’s privacy.
Tracking stops the moment a user clocks out or takes a break.
No background tracking occurs when a user is off the clock.
No data is shared with admins unless a user is actively working.
For more details, visit: Atto’s Location Tracking Practices
How to Enable Location Access on Devices
To use any location tracking mode, team members must grant Atto permission to access their device’s location services.
iOS Devices
Open the Settings app
Go to Privacy > Location Services
Select Atto
Set access to “Always” or “While Using the App” (based on your account settings)
Enable “Precise Location”
Android Devices
Open the Settings app
Tap Security & Location > Location (or just Location)
If you have a work profile, first tap Advanced
Tap App Permissions
Select Atto
Set access to “Allow all the time” or “Allow only while using the app”
Improving Tracking Accuracy
Turn on Wi-Fi or allow devices to scan for Wi-Fi networks
This improves GPS precision, especially in areas with poor signal
Need more help?
Just message us via in-app chat or reach out to our team — we’ve got you.