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Geofence Setup: Restricting Observation Submissions by Location

Learn how to enable geofencing in Vision InSites, adjust radius settings, and control where security reports can be submitted by location.

Written by Arthur Williams

Geofencing allows you to control where security officers can submit observations by setting a defined radius around a site. This ensures reports are only submitted when officers are physically within the designated property area.


What Is Geofencing?

Geofencing creates a virtual boundary around a site using GPS. When enabled, security officers must be within the defined area to submit observations. If they are outside the boundary, they will receive an error message.


How to Enable a Geofence

Step 1: Navigate to the Site

  1. From the Activity Dashboard, select Sites in the header menu.

  2. Choose the site you want to configure.

  3. Click Edit.

Step 2: Enable Geofencing

  1. Toggle Enable Geofence.

  2. A map will appear showing the center of the geofence.

Step 3: Adjust the Geofence

  • Zoom in or out to confirm the correct location.

  • Adjust the radius (in meters):

    • Smaller radius = tighter control

    • Larger radius = more coverage

Step 4: Save Changes

  1. Click Update Site.

  2. The site will now display a geofence marker.


What Security Officers See

  • A geofence indicator when accessing the site

  • If outside the boundary:

    • An error message will appear when attempting to submit an observation


Best Practices

  • Ensure the site address is accurate before enabling geofencing

  • Allow a small buffer in the radius to account for GPS variability

  • Avoid setting the radius too tight, which may prevent valid submissions



Need Help?

If you have questions about setup or customization:

  • Contact your Customer Success Manager

  • Use the in-app chat support

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