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How to approve a computer as a time clock.

Do you need to use a computer to register points on Pontotel? Before you can start registering, you may need to approve the device as a data collector in the system. This procedure ensures security, prevents fraud, and allows the computer to be properly recognized by the platform.

⚠️ Warning: In some cases, collector approval may occur automatically, depending on the collector profile settings selected when logging into the BatePonto website via the device.

If manual approval of collectors is required, it is important to ensure that the option highlighted below is disabled in the collector profile being used. This way, any request for a new collector of this type will need to be approved by a responsible party before it can be released for use.

Step by step

On the computer that will be used as a data collector, log in (or request) to the platform for initial access. This first login will create the data collector approval request.
Check out the detailed step-by-step instructions in this article.
If automatic collector approval is disabled, the following message will appear to the user after logging in:

After logging into the Management with a user who has permissions (e.g., HR, Manager, Supervisor), in the Management website, go to Admin and click on Collectors.

The screen will be divided into two sections:

Collectors: To view and configure already registered devices.
Collector Profiles: To manage the settings applied to the devices.
Select the "collectors" option.

In both sections, you will find three categories, each representing a type of collector:

Device for web-based registration: Settings related to the BatePonto website, ideal for registrations made on computers or laptops.
Registration application: Refers to the BatePonto application, used exclusively for time and attendance registration on mobile devices.
Management application: Settings for the Pontotel Management application, which combines time tracking with administrative functionalities for managers.

Since we are approving a computer that will use the BatePonto website, please select the "device for web registration" option.

Locate the collector in the list. If its status is "pending approval," it will appear with the icon shown below in the "status" column.

Select the corresponding line and, in the menu that opens, click the indicated button to approve the collector.

💡 Tip: You can also delete a time collector by clicking the trash can icon. This way, the user who made the request will no longer be able to use the BatePonto website to register their time on that device, unless they log in again, which will generate a new approval request for the collector.

Approving the computer as a time clock ensures the authenticity of time records and the security of your company's information. It is recommended to complete this procedure before authorizing the use of the equipment by the team.

If you still have questions or need assistance, please contact our Support team via the chat integrated into the Management website or via WhatsApp.

Updated on: May 22, 2026

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