Z8 is a modern, high-security workforce management platform designed specifically for the rigorous requirements of German labor laws and GoBD compliance (Grundsätze zur ordnungsmäßigen Führung und Aufbewahrung von Büchern).
Featuring a seamless experience across Web, Mobile, and Desktop, Z8 provides organizations with a tamper-proof source of truth for time tracking, absence management, and holiday planning.
Z8 is engineered from the ground up to be audit-ready and legally compliant.
- Immutable Ledger: Time entries are cryptographically linked in a blockchain-style chain. Existing records cannot be deleted or stealthily modified.
- Traceable Corrections: Any changes to time records require a replacement entry with a full audit trail and manager approval.
- Digital Integrity: Automated background checks verify the integrity of the data chain to protect against database manipulation.
- Audit Logs: Comprehensive event logging for all administrative actions, from user permission changes to organization settings.
- Multi-Platform Access: Clock in via the full-featured Web Dashboard, the Mobile App (iOS/Android), or the low-profile Tauri Desktop widget.
- Correction Workflows: Streamlined process for employees to request time corrections, with instantaneous manager notifications.
- Quick Actions: Global "Time Clock" popover in the web header for friction-less clock-in/out even when navigating other modules.
- Live Status: Real-time visibility into who is currently clocked in within your team.
- Holiday Presets: Automated import of country-specific and regional public holidays (Deutschland, Bundesländer support).
- Vacation Balance Tracking: Sophisticated calculation of remaining leave days based on flexible assignment policies.
- Flexible Categories: Pre-configured status types including Home Office, Sick Leave, Vacation, and custom absence types.
- Approval Engine: Visual timeline for managers to review and approve absence requests while checking for team coverage conflicts.
- Advanced Analytics: Interactive dashboards for team performance, location trends, and workforce distribution.
- Export Ready: Generate reports for payroll or regulatory audits with advanced filtering capabilities.
- Organization Management: Manage multi-location setups, team structures, and distinct department hierarchies.
- Multi-Channel Notifications: Stay informed via In-app alerts, Desktop Push notifications (Web Push), and Email templates.
- Dark Mode Support: Fully responsive UI with automated and manual theme toggling.
- Real-Time Updates: Notification center powered by Server-Sent Events (SSE) for instant feedback on approvals.
Z8 is free for deployments with up to 25 concurrent active users. Organizations exceeding this threshold require an enterprise license to support sustainable development and continued innovation. Use is also subject to additional restrictions in the License, including restrictions on competing SaaS offerings and billing functionality. Read the Fair Usage Policy for details on:
- Free tier eligibility and active user counting
- Anonymous telemetry and privacy guarantees
- Enterprise licensing options
- Open-source commitment and code access
For deeper dives into specific areas of the platform, please refer to:
- User Guide: How to use Z8 as an employee or manager.
- Admin Guide: Configuration, compliance settings, and organization setup.
- Development Guide: Technical architecture, setup instructions, and contribution guidelines.
- Fair Usage Policy: Licensing terms for deployments exceeding 25 users.
- License: Open source license details.
Built with precision for the modern workforce.