Sense Mobile

The Sense HR Mobile App

Put HR in every person's pocket, and choose what they can see or do, such as requesting holiday, signing documents, claiming expenses, clocking in or out, checking to-do lists, and more!

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Looking for the Sense HR app? Just search for "Sense Workplace"

The Sense HR app is listed as Sense Workplace on the App Store and Google Play. Download it, then sign in with the email address your employer has registered and the code they send you.

Core HR

Core HR on everybody's phones

By default, every user gets access to these core HR features via the Sense HR app. But you can easily add more tiles, options, or mini apps!

My Profile

See and update personal and employment details, and change your profile picture.

To Do

One list for every task, approval and document to read, so nothing gets missed.

Documents

Read, acknowledge and sign contracts, policies and letters, and find payslips filed by AMI.

Push Notifications

Get alerts for new tasks, documents to sign, approvals, and updates on your requests.

Secure Login

Sign in once with a verification code, then open the app with your PIN or biometrics.

Add-On Tools

Customise the app with extra tools and options

Customise the app experience for your workforce, by adding mini apps from our ever-expanding library. Decide who sees these extra apps, and easily connect them to your other Sense Automate workflows.

My Shifts

See upcoming shifts and get shift updates from managers.

Sickness

Report sickness from the phone, sent direct to your line manager.

Hours Worked

Check the hours you have worked before they go to payroll.

Expenses

Snap a receipt with the camera and submit your claim in seconds.

Roll Call

Mark yourself safe when the fire alarm goes, by site or location.

News

See company news even without a company email.

People Directory

Find a colleague's contact details in the company directory.

For Managers

Approve requests from anywhere

See team status, view worker profiles, and approve or decline requests such as holidays or expense claims.

  • Approve or decline on the go
  • See who is off in your team
  • Book leave for others
See holiday and leave management
Getting Started

How to use the Sense HR app

  1. 1

    Download Sense Workplace

    Search for Sense Workplace on the App Store or Google Play, or use the links on this page.

  2. 2

    Get a verification code

    A company admin sends a code from Sense HR, or this can be automated as part of an onboarding workflow.

  3. 3

    Sign in

    Enter your work email address and the code. After that, open the app with your PIN or biometrics.

Lone workers and staff without phones

Lone Worker Safety

Protect people who work alone

Lone workers can check in, call for help, and take part in fire roll calls from the same app they use for HR.

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The Sense Badge and Sense Tag on a lanyard
No Phone Needed

For workers without mobile phones

Staff can use Sense HR app features through the wearable Sense Badge, or a shared wall-mounted kiosk.

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Get the Sense HR App

Staff can download Sense Workplace free from the App Store or Google Play. New to Sense HR? Book a free demo with one of our UK-based experts to see how the app works for your staff and managers.

FAQ

Sense HR mobile app questions

Browse these frequently asked questions about the Sense HR app

Is there a Sense HR mobile app?

Yes. The Sense HR app is free for iPhone and Android. Search for Sense Workplace on the App Store or Google Play, as that is the name it is listed under. You may also see it called Sense Mobile.

Why is the Sense HR app called Sense Workplace in the App Store?

Sense Workplace is the name the app is listed under on the App Store and Google Play. It is the same app: download Sense Workplace, then sign in with your Sense HR work email address.

Which phones does the app work on?

iPhones running iOS 14 or later, and Android phones running Android 10 or later.

How do I log in to the Sense HR app?

Use the email address your employer has registered for you, and the verification code they send. After that, you can open the app with your PIN or biometrics. Close the app rather than logging out, or you will need a new code.

I forgot my password. What do I do?

The Sense HR app doesn't use a password. You sign in with your work email address and a one-time code. If you've logged out or changed phone, ask your HR admin to send you a new code.

Does the app cost extra?

No. The mobile app is included with every Sense HR plan, with no per-employee app fee.

What can staff do in the app?

Book holidays and other leave, read and sign documents, update their details and work through their To Do list. Depending on your setup, they can also clock in and out, report sickness, see their shifts and claim expenses.

Can managers approve holidays in the app?

Yes. Requests arrive as To Dos, and managers can approve or decline them from their phone.

Does the app track my location?

Only for features your organisation turns on, such as clocking in with GPS. You can manage location settings in the app.

Can staff use Sense HR without a smartphone?

Yes. Staff without a phone can use the wearable Sense Badge, or clock in and out on a Sense Clock.

Is employee data secure?

Yes. Sense HR is UK-hosted, ISO 27001 certified and GDPR compliant.