> ## Documentation Index
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# Auto Clock-Out

> Automatically clock out technicians who forget, based on your configured grace period after shift end.

Technicians forget to clock out. It happens. Vynta's auto clock-out handles this by automatically ending shifts after a configurable grace period.

## How Auto Clock-Out Works

You set a **grace period** — the number of hours after the standard shift end time before Vynta automatically clocks the technician out.

**Example:**

* Standard shift: 08:00 to 17:00
* Grace period: 2 hours
* Auto clock-out triggers at: 19:00

Any technician still clocked in at 19:00 is automatically clocked out, and the timesheet is flagged as a discrepancy for review.

## Setting Up Auto Clock-Out

<Steps>
  <Step title="Go to Settings > Time & Attendance">
    Find the **Auto Clock-Out** section.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set the grace period">
    Choose how many hours after shift end the auto clock-out should trigger. The default is 2 hours.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure notification">
    Optionally, enable a notification to the technician 15 minutes before auto clock-out, giving them a chance to clock out manually.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## What Happens at Auto Clock-Out

1. Vynta checks all currently clocked-in technicians
2. For each technician past the grace period, it records a clock-out at the grace period deadline
3. The timesheet entry is flagged as **auto clocked out**
4. An admin notification appears in the **Needs Attention** panel
5. The technician can request a correction if they were actually still working

## Why It Matters

* **Payroll accuracy** — no phantom overtime from forgotten clock-outs
* **Compliance** — ensures shift records are complete
* **Audit trail** — every auto clock-out is logged and reviewable

<Note>
  Auto clock-out is a safety net, not a replacement for proper clock-out discipline. Use it alongside regular reminders to your team.
</Note>

## FAQ

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Can I set different grace periods for different roles?">
    Not yet. The grace period applies globally. If different roles need different settings, contact support.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What if a technician is on an emergency call-out?">
    They should clock out and clock back in for the emergency shift. If they forget, they can request a correction with a note explaining the situation.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>