Frequently Asked Questions
Short answers about invoicing, QR payments, documents, trip logs, attendance, GPS transparency, Control Center, privacy, and billing.
Categories
General
Account, plan, workspace, and basic usage.
Open category2Invoicing
Invoices, customers, PDF, XML, and workflow status.
Open category1QR payments
PAY by square QR codes and payment details.
Open category2PDF/document workflows
PDF tools, templates, and bulk workflows.
Open category1Trip log
Vehicles, drivers, trips, and monthly reports.
Open category3Smart Trips
Mobile GPS evidence for trips.
Open category1Attendance
Clock-in/out, timesheets, corrections, and approvals.
Open category6Smart Presence GPS
Geofence attendance and transparency.
Open category2Enterprise / Control Center
Audit trail, approvals, and internal controls.
Open category2Privacy & data
GDPR, retention, mobile permissions, and security.
Open category1Billing
Plans, add-ons, and OnlineOffice billing.
Open categoryQuestions
Do I need an account for PDF tools?General
Public PDF and image tools work without an account. An account is needed for workspace, invoices, archive, and paid workflows.
GeneralCan I issue invoices for multiple companies?Invoicing
Yes. The workspace supports issuing companies and a shared customer address book.
InvoicingWhy is the QR code not generated?QR payments
QR payment needs valid IBAN, amount, currency, and payment identification. If IBAN is missing or invalid, the system should warn the user.
QR paymentsHow does bulk document generation work?PDF/document workflows
The user uploads a DOCX template with placeholders and Excel/CSV data. Each row creates its own document or package.
PDF/document workflowsCan the trip log be exported?Trip log
Yes. Monthly reports should be available as PDF and XLSX by vehicle, driver, and month.
Trip logDoes the app record every route automatically?Smart Trips
No. A route is recorded only when explicitly enabled or when the user starts a trip. Ignored detection should not store a detailed route.
Smart TripsCan I start a trip manually?Smart Trips
Yes. The user can select a vehicle, tap start, end the trip, and add purpose, client, or project.
Smart TripsHow long are route points stored?Smart Trips
Route point retention should be configurable, typically 30 to 60 days. After expiry, only the accounting trip summary remains.
Smart TripsCan attendance be corrected?Attendance
Yes. The employee can request a correction and the manager approves or rejects it. Changes are recorded in audit logs.
AttendanceDoes the app track employees all day?Smart Presence GPS
No. Smart Presence should store only workplace enter/exit events during active work windows.
Smart Presence GPSIs live GPS tracking enabled?Smart Presence GPS
Not as a default purpose. OnlineOffice is not meant to be a live employee tracking tool. Attendance works with event evidence.
Smart Presence GPSWhen is location not collected?Smart Presence GPS
It should not be collected outside active work windows, during vacation, sick leave, public holiday, or approved absence.
Smart Presence GPSCan employees see collected events?Smart Presence GPS
Yes. Employees should see attendance events, suggestions, and the option to request corrections.
Smart Presence GPSCan Smart Presence be disabled?Smart Presence GPS
Yes. The module should be enabled according to workspace settings and device system permissions.
Smart Presence GPSWhat is an audit trail?Enterprise / Control Center
An audit trail is the history of important actions: who changed what, when, and on which document, invoice, or process.
Enterprise / Control CenterWhat are approvals for?Enterprise / Control Center
Approvals block sensitive actions, such as invoices over a threshold or bank account changes, until an authorised person confirms them.
Enterprise / Control CenterMust the privacy policy mention GPS?Privacy & data
Yes, if the app uses location. The privacy policy and in-app disclosure should match actual app behaviour.
Privacy & dataHow will paid add-ons work?Billing
An add-on can unlock a specific module on top of a plan, such as Control Center. Price and limits should be shown in pricing.
BillingHow long should invoices and accounting records be retained?Invoicing
In Slovakia, accounting and tax documents are typically handled with a 10-year retention period. OnlineOffice therefore designs longer retention for invoices, XML/e-invoice outputs, audit events, and evidence packages; the exact setting should be confirmed by the customer with their accountant or tax adviser.
InvoicingCan I keep an employee register in OnlineOffice?Privacy & data
Yes, where it is needed for a selected process such as onboarding, contract changes, attendance, or offboarding. The recommended principle is minimisation: store only necessary fields, restrict access by role, audit changes, and archive people who are no longer active.
Privacy & dataAre compliance packs final legal documents?PDF/document workflows
No. Packs are working templates and control materials for Slovak processes. Before signing or using them with an employee, client, or authority, an authorised person should review them against the specific situation.
PDF/document workflowsWhy can the Android app request background location?Smart Presence GPS
Only for enabled modules that need it: Smart Presence for workplace geofence enter/exit events or Smart Trips during a clearly active trip mode. The app must not secretly collect location outside configured windows, absences, or disabled modules.
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