With WhatsApp integrated into Ok Alone, you and your monitors can receive alerts and reminders via WhatsApp—anywhere in the world with Wi-Fi, even when mobile coverage is unavailable.
WhatsApp Notifications for Workers
Workers can now:
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Receive Check-In Reminder notifications via WhatsApp
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Update shift status (Start, Check-In, End) directly in WhatsApp
How to set up WhatsApp for a worker:
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Log in to the Ok Alone dashboard.
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Navigate to Workers, then select the worker you want to edit.
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Scroll to the Use WhatsApp section.
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Choose either Use WhatsApp + SMS or Use WhatsApp Only.
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Click Save.
WhatsApp Alerts for Monitors
Monitors can receive all lone-worker alerts—such as missed check-ins and Man Down events—via WhatsApp just as they do via SMS.
How to set up WhatsApp for a monitor:
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Log in to the Ok Alone dashboard.
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Go to Monitors, then select the monitor you want to edit.
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Scroll down to the Contact section (below Phone Number).
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Check the WhatsApp box.
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Click Save.
Benefits of WhatsApp Integration
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Global Reach – Works over Wi-Fi where cellular is unavailable.
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Familiar Interface – Leverage a platform your teams already use.
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Quick Responses – Reply in WhatsApp to confirm check-ins or status.