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How to Install/Uninstall the Automatic App on macOS Using Terminal

 

Note: Adding Automatic App Users is available with all Time Doctor Subscription Plans. This can be accessed and configured by both Owners & Admins.

 

TL;DR

  • Enable the approval setting in Settings / Company Settings.
  • Find user status under Settings / Users > New Automatic Users.
  • Download the latest script from the Download page.
  • Use Terminal to install or uninstall the Automatic App.
  • Confirm macOS permissions and verify user status via the Timeline Report.

 

Pre-Requisite

  • Enable Review and approve new automatic application users in Settings / Company Settings under the Configuration section. This is disabled by default.

    01_How to Add Automatic App Users

  • Confirm that the New Automatic Users tab appears in Settings / Users.

    02_How to Add Automatic App Users

  • Understand the categories within New Automatic Users:
    • Pending approval – Lists all new automatic user attempts. Billing does not start.

      03_How to Add Automatic App Users

    • Approved users – Users approved but not yet tracking time. Billing starts only after tracking begins. Once tracking starts, users move to Settings / Users under Active Users.

      04_How to Add Automatic App Users

    • Blocked users – User profiles that should not be tracked.

      05_How to Add Automatic App Users

 

Caution: Restart the device for the user to be detected by the system and moved to the Active Users tab in Settings / Users page. 

 

To Install the Time Doctor Automatic App

 

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  1. Download or copy the installation script. Obtain the latest version from the Download page or request it from the account Owner/Admin.

  2. Open Terminal using one of the following methods:
    • Option 1: Open from Launchpad.
    • Option 2: Press Command + Spacebar, then type "Terminal" in Spotlight Search.
  3. Paste the download link into Terminal and press Enter. When prompted, enter the computer's password.
  4. Ensure the Automatic App is listed in macOS accessibility and screen sharing settings. The app may appear as "env" (or "sfproc.sh" on macOS versions earlier than Catalina).
  5. Check the Online Report to verify if the user appears online.

 

How to Uninstall the Automatic App on macOS

  1. Go to the Download page and locate the FAQ section.
  2. Copy the Uninstall command for macOS.
  3. Open Terminal, paste the command, and press Enter.
  4. When prompted, enter the computer's password.


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    Should there be any inconsistencies or concerns regarding the article, contact support@timedoctor.com for prompt assistance.