Swif’s geofencing feature allows admins to define geographic boundaries (geofences) for devices and receive alerts when a device enters or exits these areas. This capability enhances device monitoring, security, and operational control. This article explains how to create and manage geofences, link them with devices or groups, and set up notification channels.
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Key Features of Swif Geofencing
Create Geofences by Area or Custom Radius.
Trigger Alerts for devices upon entry or exit.
Link Geofences with specific devices or device groups.
Receive Notifications via email, Slack, or in-app.
How to Set Up a Geofence
1. Access the Geofencing Feature
Log in to your Swif Admin Dashboard.
Navigate to the Geofencing Tab under Device Management.
2. Create a New Geofence
Click Create Geofence.
Choose a method to define your geofence:
By Area: Select a predefined city, state, and country from the dropdown list.
Custom Radius: Pinpoint a specific location using latitude and longitude, and define a radius for the geofence (e.g., 1 km, 5 km).
3. Configure Notifications
Select the Fence Trigger Type:
Upon Entry: Triggers an alert when a device enters the geofenced area.
Upon Exit: Triggers an alert when a device leaves the geofenced area.
4. Link Geofence to Devices
Link the geofence to specific devices:
Navigate to the Link Devices section.
Select one or more devices to apply the geofence.
Alternatively, link the geofence to a device group:
Navigate to the Link Device Groups section.
Select a group, and the geofence will apply to all devices within the group.
5. Review and Save
Navigate to the Review Page.
Verify all details, including:
Geofence location and radius.
Devices or groups linked to the geofence.
Notification settings.
Click Save to activate the geofence.
Managing Notification Alerts
Go to Settings > Notifications.
Choose your Notification Channels:
Email: Receive alerts in your inbox.
Slack: Send notifications to a designated Slack channel.
In-app: Get alerts directly in the Swif Admin Dashboard.
Benefits of Swif Geofencing
Enhanced Security:
Monitor device movements and detect unauthorized access.
Operational Control:
Ensure devices remain within approved areas.
Real-Time Alerts:
Stay informed with instant notifications via email, Slack, or in-app.
For further assistance or questions about Swif’s geofencing feature, please contact Swif Support at support@swif.ai.