Enabling Access Outside of Commerce7 via Link
The Time Clock App is built to run inside Commerce7, but with external link access, employees and managers can clock in/out or view their schedules without logging into Commerce7. This is ideal for offsite events, mobile teams, seasonal, vineyard or non-admin staff.
How to Enable External Link Access
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Go to Store > Time Clock Admin Panel
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Click the Settings tab
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Open the Access settings section
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Toggle Enable External Access Link to ON
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Save changes
How to Use the External Link
Once enabled:
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You will see a unique link such as
https://c7timeclock.com/pages/staff?userId=xxxxxx -
This can be copied from each employee’s profile under General
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Share the link with your team by email, QR code, or text
Each employee has their own personalized link. It leads to their secure staff page.
What Employees Can Do With the Link
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Clock In / Clock Out
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View assigned shifts
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Submit unavailability
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Request PTO (if enabled)
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See accrued PTO balances and recent activity
⚠️ Employees cannot access admin functions or other staff accounts from their external link.
Best Practices
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Use this feature when staff don’t have Commerce7 access (e.g., new hires, part-time help)
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Bookmark the link on staff tablets or phones
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Disable links immediately when employees leave your organization
FAQs
Q: Do employees need a Commerce7 login to use the link?
A: No. That’s the purpose — this link gives staff access without logging into Commerce7.
Q: Can multiple employees use the same device to clock in via their links?
A: Yes, but each must use their own personalized URL.
Q: Can I deactivate the link for one user?
A: You can disable external access globally, or remove a user’s access by deactivating them.