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title: How to Manage Geofences
description: Geofences are virtual boundaries you draw on the map. They help you track whether employees are clocking in from approved locations.
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# How to Manage Geofences

## Geofences are virtual boundaries you draw on the map. They help you track whether employees are clocking in from approved locations.  

Entering Edit Mode

1. Click the **pencil icon** in the top-right corner of the map.
   
   ![Image 16-04-2026 at 2.32 PM (1)](https://help.jointimecloud.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.32%20PM%20(1).jpeg?width=670&height=363&name=Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.32%20PM%20(1).jpeg)
2. The drawing toolbar appears with four shape tools.
   
   ![Image 16-04-2026 at 2.37 PM](https://help.jointimecloud.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.37%20PM.jpeg?width=608&height=132&name=Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.37%20PM.jpeg)

#### Creating a Geofence

1. Enter edit mode (pencil icon).
2. Choose a shape tool:
   
     - **Rectangle** — Click and drag to draw a rectangular boundary.
     - **Circle** — Click and drag to draw a circular boundary.
     - **Polygon** — Click to place points, then close the shape to create a custom boundary.
       
       ![Image 16-04-2026 at 2.30 PM](https://help.jointimecloud.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.30%20PM.jpeg?width=670&height=363&name=Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.30%20PM.jpeg)
3. After drawing, the **Geofence Details** dialog opens:
   
     - Enter a **Name** for the geofence (required).
     - Set a **Valid From** date (when the geofence becomes active).
     - Set a **Valid To** date (when the geofence expires — optional).
4. Click **Confirm** to queue the geofence for saving.
   
   ![Image 16-04-2026 at 2.31 PM](https://help.jointimecloud.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.31%20PM.jpeg?width=670&height=390&name=Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.31%20PM.jpeg)
5. Click **Save** (top-right) to save all changes.
   
   ![Image 16-04-2026 at 2.32 PM](https://help.jointimecloud.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.32%20PM.jpeg?width=670&height=363&name=Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.32%20PM.jpeg)

#### Editing a Geofence

1. Enter edit mode (pencil icon).
2. Click on an existing geofence to select it.
3. Drag the boundary handles to resize or reposition.
4. Click the geofence to open the **Geofence Details** dialogue and update the name or dates.
5. Click **Confirm**, then **Save**.
   
   ![Image 16-04-2026 at 2.34 PM-2](https://help.jointimecloud.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.34%20PM-2.jpeg?width=644&height=348&name=Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.34%20PM-2.jpeg)

#### Deleting a Geofence

1. Enter edit mode (pencil icon).
2. Click on the geofence you want to remove.
3. In the **Geofence Details** dialogue, click the **trash icon**.
   
   ![Image 16-04-2026 at 2.40 PM](https://help.jointimecloud.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.40%20PM.jpeg?width=670&height=382&name=Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.40%20PM.jpeg)
4. Click **Save** to confirm the deletion.
   
   ![Image 16-04-2026 at 2.41 PM](https://help.jointimecloud.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.41%20PM.jpeg?width=670&height=363&name=Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.41%20PM.jpeg)

#### Cancelling Changes

- Click **Cancel** (below the Save button) to discard all unsaved geofence changes and exit edit mode.
  
  ![Image 16-04-2026 at 2.42 PM](https://help.jointimecloud.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.42%20PM.jpeg?width=664&height=318&name=Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.42%20PM.jpeg)

#### Using the Pan Tool

- While in edit mode, click the **hand icon** to switch to pan mode. This lets you navigate the map without accidentally drawing a new shape.
  
  ![Image 16-04-2026 at 2.35 PM (1)](https://help.jointimecloud.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.35%20PM%20(1).jpeg?width=670&height=363&name=Image%2016-04-2026%20at%202.35%20PM%20(1).jpeg)

 

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