Google Forms QR Code vs. OneTap

Streamline Attendance Tracking Without the Hurdles of Creating a QR Code for Google Form™

One universal QR code to track attendance for your classes, events, or membership programs across many locations - eliminate the confusion of managing multiple Google Forms™.

Frictionless Check-ins

Simple Attendance Dashboard

Repeated List for Recurring

Individual Student QR Codes

Less than 5min to Setup, Low Maintenance

Frictionless Check-ins

Simple Attendance Dashboard

Repeated List for Recurring Check-ins

Individual Student QR Codes

Less than 5min to Setup, Low Maintainance

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Simple Attendance Solution For

Teachers
Event Organizers
Non-Profits
Churches
Membership Clubs
Sports Teams
Teachers
Event Organizers
Non-Profits
Churches
Membership Clubs
Sports Teams
Teachers
Event Organizers
Non-Profits
Churches
Membership Clubs
Sports Teams
Teachers
Event Organizers
Non-Profits
Churches
Membership Clubs
Sports Teams
Teachers and Educators

Reliable attendance tracking for classes, classrooms, extracurricular, and after-school programs

Verify who’s really in class by preventing proxy check-ins for accurate attendance.
Speed up attendance for large classes with quick, one-time setup and simple check-ins for daily or weekly sessions.
Give teachers a shared attendance dashboard — no more scattered spreadsheets or accidental edits.
You don't have to lock the form to prevent late entries; just set up a time limit (time restriction) for check-ins.
The geolocation restriction ensures students are physically present in class.
Reduce extra work for teachers by streamlining attendance tracking and reporting— save time with a simple, easy-to-use dashboard.
Event Organizers

Manage events of any size — workshops, seminars, or large-scale conferences.

Keep events, and conferences secure by allowing only registered attendees.
Organize attendance data in one place, allowing multiple team members to collaborate smoothly together and reduce confusion.
Speed up check-ins with a streamlined process, minimizing wait times and keeping lines moving.
Quickly enable or disable QR code as needed for each event, ensuring security and control.
Set location restrictions to accurately track attendance across multiple event locations.
Non Profits

Effortlessly track member attendance or volunteer hours for accurate grant reports

No need for extensive training— a simple setup lets staff organize attendance tracking in minutes, saving valuable time.
Quickly access attendance data to show program impact for reports and funding.
Intuitive dashboard, making it easy for team members to manage check-ins and attendance data.
Access all participant records in one place and generate comprehensive reports with just a few clicks.
Churches

No more paperwork — simple attendance tracking for every gathering

Track attendance for all gatherings in one place—no need for multiple forms.
Keep attendance data secure and accurate for every community event.
Clubs and Sports Teams

Keep your teams organized

Track attendance for games and practices in one organized platform.
Easily access attendance data to manage team participation without extra hassle.
Quickly download participation data, including timestamps and signatures, to find out who was present and when.

Simple Attendance Solution For

Teachers
Event Organizers
Non-Profits
Churches
Membership Clubs
Sports Teams
Teachers
Event Organizers
Non-Profits
Churches
Membership Clubs
Sports Teams
Teachers
Event Organizers
Non-Profits
Churches
Membership Clubs
Sports Teams
Teachers
Event Organizers
Non-Profits
Churches
Membership Clubs
Sports Teams
Teachers and Educators

Reliable Attendance Tracking for Classes, Classrooms, Extracurricular, and
After-School Programs

Verify who’s really in class by preventing proxy check-ins for accurate attendance.
Speed up attendance for large classes with quick, one-time setup and simple check-ins for daily or weekly sessions.
Give teachers a shared attendance dashboard — no more scattered spreadsheets or accidental edits.
You don't have to lock the form to prevent late entries; just set up a time limit (time restriction) for check-ins.
The geolocation restriction ensures students are physically present in class.
Reduce extra work for teachers by streamlining attendance tracking and reporting— save time with a simple, easy-to-use dashboard.
Event Organizers

Manage Events of Any Size — Workshops, Seminars, or Large-Scale Conferences.

Keep events, and conferences secure by allowing only registered attendees.
Organize attendance data in one place, allowing multiple team members to collaborate smoothly together and reduce confusion.
Speed up check-ins with a streamlined process, minimizing wait times and keeping lines moving.
Quickly enable or disable QR code as needed for each event, ensuring security and control.
Set location restrictions to accurately track attendance across multiple event locations.
Non-Profits

Effortlessly Track Member Attendance or Volunteer Hours for Accurate Grant Reports

No need for extensive training— a simple setup lets staff organize attendance tracking in minutes, saving valuable time.
Quickly access attendance data to show program impact for reports and funding.
Intuitive dashboard, making it easy for team members to manage check-ins and attendance data.
Access all participant records in one place and generate comprehensive reports with just a few clicks.
Churches

No More Paperwork — Simple Attendance Tracking for
Every Gathering

Track attendance for all gatherings in one place—no need for multiple forms.
Keep attendance data secure and accurate for every community event.
Clubs and Sports Teams

Keep Your Teams Organized

Track attendance for games and practices in one organized platform.
Easily access attendance data to manage team participation without extra hassle.
Quickly download participation data, including timestamps and signatures, to find out who was present and when.

From Google Forms™ QR Code Frustration to Frictionless Attendance App

Using Google Forms QR Codes for Attendance? Switch to an Attendance App for a 10x Better Experience.

"There's no way to confirm who’s really filling out the form. Proxy check-ins are way too easy, and managing all the form links across different classes? It’s unmanageable.

Using the same QR code and/or Google Form for each class, they can save it and sign in from home.

I need a solution that’s built for classrooms, not generic surveys."

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Track who's really present in class

Stop proxy check-ins with device tracking, location, and IP restrictions — only students who are actually there can check-in.

Plus, daily, weekly, and yearly class attendance is in one dashboard, so no more juggling forms, links and spreadsheets for records.

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"I have to set up separate forms for check-in and check-out tracking, which adds a lot of extra work. And I have to do it every day."

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One Dashboard for Effortless Check-In and Check-Out Tracking

Track check-in and check-out with accurate timestamps—all in one dashboard. No need for multiple forms or manual data merging.

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"I wish there was a more secure way to confirm attendance beyond just scanning a QR code and filling out a basic form."

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Multiple Check-in Options

Experience secure check-ins with multiple options: photo, survey, signature, or custom code.

Simply scan the QR code, choose your method, and enjoy a more secure and seamless check-in experience with check-in restrictions like time restrictions, location restrictions, and device (IP) restrictions.

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"Keeping track of multiple forms for different sessions is chaotic. I just want simple, secure check-ins for my different classes or events."

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Easy Attendance Tracking for Recurring Sessions or Events

Set up your class or event once, choose the days, and add attendees. Export attendance easily—by class, individual, or all-in-one sheet or download as a PDF.

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"Static QR codes are such a hassle—they don’t update in real-time, and anyone can reuse them, making attendance inaccurate.

I just need better access control and easy check-ins for repeat participants without constantly reissuing codes."

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Flexible QR Code Options

Enjoy seamless check-ins with real-time dynamic QR codes, individual QR codes for personalized access, and QR passes for effortless, repeat entries.

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"Handling check-ins for large events or frequent meetings has been a nightmare.

It takes a long time to check-in."

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Scalability for Large Events

Whether you’re managing a school, a large corporate event, or ongoing meetings, self-check-in QR codes keep lines moving smoothly, eliminating long queues for a faster, more efficient check-in experience.

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"It’s tough to keep everyone on my team up-to-date with changes in Google Forms.

Every adjustment means re-sharing links and updating codes. It’s chaotic and time-consuming!"

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Keep Your Team in Sync Effortlessly

Easily invite team members for check-ins, list creation, data organization, account setup, and report analysis — all with shared access and individual logins for secure, efficient teamwork.

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"Every time we need specific data, I have to manually update and share a new Google Forms.

It's a hassle to keep track of responses and customize questions for each event."

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Customized Check-ins with Survey Questions

Customize your check-in process by adding survey questions directly.

Collect specific data for each event with flexible response types— numbers, dates, yes/no, and more; all in one place, without the need to create and share new QR codes every time.

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"I end up doing a lot of work just to see who’s there and when.

It’s tough to get a quick view of attendance or understand which profiles are present at any given time."

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Real-Time Analytics

Access attendance data on the go with OneTap's real-time analytics.

See who checked in and when, filter by profiles and lists, and view attendance history— all from a single dashboard on the web app, iPad kiosk, or iOS device.

OneTap simplifies the process, minimizes human error, and speeds up check-ins, making attendance management quicker and more efficient than ever.

Speed Up Your Check-Ins 10x Faster

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OneTap Attendance Tracking Features

Secure and Private Attendance Solution

OneTap only requires names to create profiles and track check-ins, with optional email IDs to prevent duplicate entries—ensuring privacy and accuracy.

Customized Check-in Process

Ensure accurate check-ins with features like geo-location restrictions, IP tracking, and time-limited QR codes to prevent unauthorized access and proxy check-ins.

OneTap QR code passes

Individualized QR Codes and Passes

Create personalized QR codes for attendees, giving them unique access for streamlined check-ins.

No Need for Third-party QR Generating Tools

Generate and manage QR codes directly within the OneTap platform—no third-party tools required.

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Sync Across Devices

Attendance data syncs across all devices—whether you use the iOS app, iPad app, or web app—for easy access anytime, anywhere.

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Customize Registrations

Easily enable or disable registrations, and tailor the registration form to fit your event’s needs for a smooth, personalized sign-up experience.

No more manual errors; tap and bam! Simplify check-ins Today.

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Self-check-in QR codes? Isn’t that just another complex system to manage?

No, it’s not. OneTap makes check-ins as simple as scanning a QR code.

No manual data entry, no spreadsheets required — just seamless, automated check-ins that save you time and effort.

OneTap attendance system is designed to be hassle-free, easy to use, and adaptable to any environment, whether it’s for schools, universities, events, non-profits, or any organization.

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Organizations that use OneTap Attendance App see:

10+ hours

saved per week

For administrators who switched from Google Forms™, saving time on manual data entry and reporting.

100% accurate

attendance

With built-in security features, including location verifictaion prevents proxy check-ins.

2x faster

check-ins

Quick and easy QR code check-in process, reducing wait times and eliminating queues.

Want to make attendance tracking a breeze?

No extra steps or unnecessary questions — just scan and go.
No more waiting—fast load times and instant check-ins.
Stress-free for admins, and organizers —automated tracking
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Google Forms™ QR Code vs. OneTap Attendance

Features
Google Forms™ QR Code
OneTap Self-Check-in QR Code
QR Code Generation
No native QR code generator requires third-party tools.
Create a QR code for every class, group, or individual right from the dashboard.
Effortless Data Management
Manually export data and organize it in spreadsheets, which takes time and increases the chances of human error.
Fully automated check-in process with real-time data tracking.
Optimize for Larger Events
Struggle to handle high-volume check-ins and require manual effort to manage large events or organizations.
Scalable for large classes, organizations, events, and frequent check-ins.

Check-in Restrictions
Lacks features, leaving your system vulnerable to misuse and falsified check-ins.
Advanced check-in options with IP tracking, geo-restrictions, and time limits prevent people from checking in for one another.

You cannot track individual students' attendance and breaks.
Reporting & Analytics
Manual data analysis in spreadsheets, which can be time-consuming and complex.
View class participation through a clean dashboard. Generate custom reports to track specific dates.
A timeline view of a profile lets you view attendance history at a glance. Download reports in Excel or PDF format.
Customizable & Branded
Limited customization, basic form templates and no option to brand or personalize the user experience.
Add logos to the check-in page, customize forms, and create a fully branded experience.
Survey Questions
Only basic survey questions, no check-in integration.
Collecting feedback or additional data alongside attendance requires a separate form, making it inconvenient.
Collect valuable visitor feedback and get different types of responses like numbers, dates, yes/no values, etc., seamlessly during the check-in process.
Signature Capture
No option to capture signatures, making it difficult to verify attendance or participation.
Requires a manual workaround if signatures are needed.
Digital signature capture at check-in or check-out, allowing easy verification and confirmation without extra steps or separate tools.
Collaborators
Sharing Google Forms often leads to confusion, accidental edits, and data errors.
All collaborators have the same access, making it hard to control who can view or edit specific data.
Easily invite collaborators with unique login credentials, allowing teams to manage check-ins, data, and reports efficiently.
To learn more about advanced controls— such as list access, hiding lists, and group structures— contact us.
Seamless User Experience
Because it's a generic form, it's more of a bare-bones experience. It is not optimized for sign-in speed.  
Optimized for finishing the check-in process faster.
Security
Google is very secure and builds a great product.
While secure, there may be restrictions on the collection of personally identifiable information.
Industry-standard security practices: secure connections, and SSO for streamlined enterprise logins (available with the Enterprise Plan).
Setup and Maintenance
Create a new form for each class or event, and you will need to manually manage the data collected in the forms.
User-friendly setup in minutes and requires minimal ongoing maintenance.

Integration
Has limited integrations, mostly with other Google products - such as Google Sheets add-ons, and custom scripts.
Public API is available upon request and works with Zapier.
Cost
It's free.
A premium product with advanced features, yet it is Free.
Features
Google Forms™ QR Code
OneTap Self-Check-in QR Code
QR Code Generation
No native QR code generator, requires third-party tools.
Create a QR code for every class, group, or individual right from the dashboard.
Effortless Data Management
Manually export data and organize it in spreadsheets, which takes time and increases the chances of human error.
Fully automated check-in process with real-time data tracking.
Optimize for Larger Events
Struggle to handle high-volume check-ins and require manual effort to manage large events or organizations.
Scalable for large classes, organizations, events, and frequent check-ins
Check-in Restrictions
Lacks features, leaving your system vulnerable to misuse and falsified check-ins.
Advanced check-in options with IP tracking, geo-restrictions, and time limits prevent people from checking in for one another.
Reporting and Analytics
Manual data analysis in spreadsheets, which can be time-consuming and complex.
View class participation through a clean dashboard. Generate custom reports to track specific dates.

A timeline view of a profile lets you view attendance history at a glance. Download reports in Excel or PDF format.
Customizable & Branded
Limited customization, basic form templates and no option to brand or personalize the user experience.
Add logos to the check-in page, customize forms, and create a fully branded experience.
Survey Questions
Only basic survey questions, no check-in integration.

Collecting feedback or additional data alongside attendance requires a separate form, making it inconvenient.
Collect valuable visitor feedback and get different types of responses like numbers, dates, yes/no values, etc., seamlessly during the check-in process.
Signature Capture
No option to capture signatures, making it difficult to verify attendance or participation.

Requires a manual workaround if signatures are needed.
Digital signature capture at check-in or check-out, allowing easy verification and confirmation without extra steps or separate tools.
Collaborators
Sharing Google Forms often leads to confusion, accidental edits, and data errors.

All collaborators have the same access, making it hard to control who can view or edit specific data.
Easily invite collaborators with unique login credentials, allowing teams to manage check-ins, data, and reports efficiently.

To learn more about advanced controls— such as list access, hiding lists, and group structures— contact us.
Seamless User Experience
Because it's a generic form, it's more of a bare-bones experience. It is not optimized for sign-in speed.  
Optimized for finishing the check-in process faster.
Security
Google is very secure and builds a great product.
While secure, there may be restrictions on the collection of personally identifiable information.
Industry-standard security practices: secure connections, and SSO for streamlined enterprise logins (available with the Enterprise Plan).
Setup and Maintenance
Create a new form for each class or event, and you will need to manually manage the data collected in the forms.
User-friendly setup in minutes and requires minimal ongoing maintenance.
Integration
Has limited integrations, mostly with other Google products - such as Google Sheets add-ons, and custom scripts.
Public API is available upon request and works with Zapier.
Cost
It's free.
A premium product with advanced features, yet it is Free.
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How OneTap QR Code Attendance Works?

Free Attendance Tracker App

1. Create Your Free Account

Yes, you can get started for free (It's 100% free)

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2. Set up Your Class or Event

Customize your check-in experience by setting up your event, class, or session. OneTap allows you to easily create QR codes for any occasion.

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3. Generate QR Codes

With OneTap, you can instantly generate dynamic, personalized, or event-specific QR codes that participants can scan to check in—no extra tools required.

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4. Share or Display the Public QR Code

Easily share the generated QR code with participants or display it on a wall, screen, or digital invite for quick, contactless check-ins.

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5. Keep Data Private and Secure

All check-in data is secure and only visible to authorized users. With advanced restrictions, you can control who checks in, ensuring accuracy and privacy for every participant.

Real-time Attendance Reports

6. Access Real-time Attendance Reports

View attendance data instantly. OneTap’s dashboard provides you with up-to-the-minute insights, making it easy to track, report, and manage attendance in one place.

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Discover Answers to Your Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I choose OneTap over Google Forms™ for attendance tracking?

OneTap offers streamlined check-ins, a faster check-in process, and attendance all in one place - you don't have to keep looking for it, better for larger scale organizations if you work in a team.

How does self-check-in QR code attendance tracking work?

Self-check-in QR codes allow attendees to scan a code using their mobile devices, which automatically logs their attendance in real-time. OneTap records each check-in with timestamps, eliminating the need for manual data entry and streamlining the entire attendance process.

What are the advantages of using self-check-in QR codes over Google Forms™?

OneTap Self-check-in QR codes offer real-time attendance tracking and advanced restrictions (like geo-location restrictions). All attendance data goes to a centralized dashboard. Unlike Google Forms™, there’s no need for manual exports or third-party tools like QR code generators, making the process efficient, faster, more secure, and easier to manage.

Can I customize my self-check-in QR code?

Yes, with OneTap, you can fully customize your QR codes to match your event or organization’s branding. You can add logos, and customize check-in instructions - you can have instructions before check-ins, check-out messages, check-in confirmation messages, etc.

Is it easy to set up a self-check-in QR code system?

Absolutely! OneTap makes setting up self-check-in QR codes simple. You can generate and share QR codes within 5 minutes or less, and create a recurring list — automatically generates a QR code for each day.

How is OneTap better than Google Forms™ for attendance tracking?

With OneTap, set up check-in methods like signatures, surveys, and photos. Ideal for teams to collaborate seamlessly on shared data. Enable check-in restrictions for more secure, customized check-ins.

We’re a growing organization. Can OneTap handle more users and data than Google Forms™?

OneTap has been designed to be scalable. We can handle large amounts of data and traffic for bigger clients & government agencies.

We offer different plans to accommodate organizations of all sizes. Fine-grained access control lets you manage permissions for individuals or groups (Enterprise & custom plan).

What kind of events can benefit from self-check-in QR codes?

Self-check-in QR codes make attendance tracking simple and efficient for teachers, event organizers, corporate teams, non-profits, churches, sports clubs, healthcare providers, fitness centers, etc.

Ideal for classes, courses & workshops, corporate meetings, community gatherings, fitness sessions, and more. Using QR codes streamlines check-ins, ensures accurate attendance, and eliminates extra work.

How does data security work with self-check-in QR codes?

Data security is a top priority. We use industry-standard security to protect your account, such as encrypted passwords, end-to-end secure HTTPS connections, secure sessions, and Google OAuth login. Our servers and databases are located in the United States' Northeast Region.

Do I need third-party tools with OneTap like I do with Google Forms™?

No, OneTap has an integrated QR code generator, so no external tools are needed. Google Forms™, however, requires third-party QR code generators.

What are OneTap's pricing plans?

Explore OneTap's flexible pricing: from an individual plan to advanced features in our affordable paid options, all for the cost of a coffee! ☕

Will OneTap sell my data?

Due to the fact that we cater to businesses and we are a paid product, we do not sell your data to other businesses.

The data we collect and track to disclose to our vendors is pretty standard across all SaaS, e.g. vendors for email marketing, product analytics, support systems, etc. Read more on our privacy policy.

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Why 31,000+ Individuals and Organizations Switched to OneTap for Attendance Tracking

“Simplify my life with quick attendance”

I’m so glad to get rid of Excel, I finally found what I have been looking for! OneTap makes it easy for me to have profiles with student information, easily accessible, and take attendance quickly.

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Teacher at San Bernardino City,
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“Simple and easy-to-use app”

You guys have been great! Our organization loves your products. We use it for three different benefits throughout the year. So easy and straightforward!!!

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Jody Savino

Event Manager

“Capture Student Data Easily”

We recovered $700+ in revenue using OneTap for attendance tracking, this program helps us capture student’s data more easily.

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CEO and Chief Instructor,
Soteria Training Services

“Effective and user-friendly software”

I brought this software because it was so effective, we experienced pre-k. Parents and grandparents love it because it's so user-friendly.

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Teacher, ST Jerome School

“Most Simple and Powerful”

It’s going to be very difficult for us if we don’t have OneTap.

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