How to configure your device to use the Kiosk

Tablets running the Kiosk app need a unique company token to connect to your Day.io account.

The process starts in the Attendance module by enabling tablet punches and generating the token. After registering the device in the mobile app, you can fine‑tune its mode and other settings via Kiosk Settings.

Key actions

1. Enable kiosk punches and generate the token (via web)
   • In the Day.io Admin panel, open Attendance and click the Settings gear in the upper‑right corner.
   • Under Allow employees to punch using, tick Tablet. This enables kiosk punches.
   • Scroll down to Advanced settings and locate the Tablet section. The Company token field displays an automatically generated code, keep this code.
   • Set the Kiosk Access ID (options: CPF, PIS or Identification number) to define what employees will enter when clocking in.
   • Enable Facial recognition if you want the kiosk to require face validation.
   • Click Save to apply your changes.
     
     
      
2. Register the tablet in the Kiosk app (via tablet)
   • On the tablet, install and open the Day.io Kiosk app from the Apple Store or Google Play.
   • Type the Company token you copied from the web and confirm.
   • In the next screen, tap the arrow next to Settings to return to the first screen.
     
     
      
3. Adjust advanced settings and select the mode (via web)
   • Once the tablet shows as registered, go to Company Settings > Kiosk Settings and click the device name to edit its configuration.
   • Choose the Kiosk Mode: Punching for recording time punches.
   • Adjust additional options such as:
     • Location: define which location the kiosk belongs to.
     • Custom location: uses the device's current GPS location at the time of registration, instead of the configured location.
     • Similar faces: it is a function that details similar faces more precisely, avoiding potential similarity conflicts.
     • Filter by location: option to recognize only employees who have access to the location selected for the tablet.
     • Liveness detection: enhance image capture security using Liveness Detection technology—works on tablets with at least a 5MP camera.
     • Voice activation – Touch less: use Voice Command to punch without touching the device.
     • Automatic classification (REP mode): it involves using the tablet as a punch device, specifically, with automatic selection of the punch type. The employee simply records their time without needing to select whether it is an entry, a break, or an exit.
     • Sync biometric registration images to Kiosk: allows the images to be displayed to the employee during facial recognition.
     • Allow break punches: if this option is disabled, employees will not be able to punch for breaks.
     • Time validation: the device time will be validated comparing to the network's for approval.
   • Click Save to store your changes.
     
     
      

Tips and troubleshooting

• After changing settings or registering a device, you may need to restart the Kiosk app on the tablet so the updated configuration takes effect.
• Make sure the Kiosk Access ID selected on the web matches the identifier employees will enter on the tablet.

Best practices

• Assign unique, descriptive names to identify each tablet’s location or purpose.
• Decide on a consistent Kiosk Access ID that employees can remember easily.
• Periodically review the kiosk mode and other settings to ensure they align with current usage and company policies.

Frequently asked questions

1. How do I generate the company token?
   In Attendance, click the Settings gear and tick Tablet. The Company token appears under the Tablet section of Advanced settings, copy that code and enter it in the Kiosk app to register the device.
2. Do I need to assign a location to each tablet?
   Yes. Assign each tablet to a fixed Location or enable Custom location if the device will be moved frequently. Assigning a location helps control which employees can use the device.