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FrontDesk Log

v LATEST STABLE

100% On-Device & Zero Cloud

Modern, Private Visitor Management for Mac

Replace paper logbooks and expensive monthly cloud subscriptions. Register guests in under 3 seconds with native macOS speed, local data privacy, and zero monthly fees.

Fast, Compliant & Secure

Engineered natively for macOS Sonoma & Sequoia to protect your facility without compromising visitor privacy.

About FrontDesk Log

FrontDesk Log is a powerhouse macOS visitor check-in and lobby management system built for corporate offices, healthcare clinics, and educational facilities. Unlike web-based solutions that store sensitive guest records on third-party cloud servers, FrontDesk Log saves 100% of data locally on your Mac using encrypted SwiftData storage. With instant keyboard shortcuts (Cmd+N to Enter), automated emergency evacuation fire drill rosters, hands-free QR camera scanning, and zero-cloud multi-gate local sync, FrontDesk Log delivers enterprise-grade facility security at zero recurring cost.

Key Capabilities

Everything your front desk needs in a unified, beautiful interface.

3-Second Keyboard Entry

Designed for morning rushes. Press Cmd+N, enter details, and hit Return to check in and immediately auto-reset the form for the next visitor.

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1-Click Fire Drill Evacuation PDF

Press Cmd+Shift+E during an emergency to instantly export a printable, high-contrast muster roster PDF directly to your Desktop to meet OSHA safety standards.

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Lobby Self-Service Kiosk Mode

Lock your Mac into a full-screen guest check-in terminal (Cmd+Option+K) with a 3-step self-service flow, 45-second idle reset, and 4-digit staff PIN exit protection.

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3 Specialized Industry Modes

Switch seamlessly between Corporate Office, Medical Clinic (HIPAA-friendly), and Schools & General with customized dynamic intake fields.

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Digital NDA Signature Canvas

Capture legally binding safety agreements and NDA signatures on an interactive drawing pad and store timestamped signatures directly with visitor records.

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Multi-Gate Local Sync (Bonjour)

Sync live headcounts and visitor logs peer-to-peer across multiple Mac entrance stations over local Wi-Fi or Ethernet without requiring internet access.

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FaceTime HD Camera Scanner

Scan invitation QR passes, badges, and driver’s license barcodes hands-free with Apple Vision recognition.

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Guest Wi-Fi Voucher Generator

Automatically print Wi-Fi credentials and dynamic quick-join QR codes directly onto official visitor badge passes.

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Menu Bar Live Headcount

Monitor live building capacity right from your macOS menu bar with instant search and one-click check-outs.

Customer Support & Help Center

Need assistance or have a question? Our support team is here to assist you.

Direct Support Email

For technical questions, feedback, or assistance:

support@online247now.com

Typical response time: Within 24 hours

Product Information

  • App Name: FrontDesk Log
  • Platform: macOS 14.0 (Sonoma / Sequoia)
  • Version: 1.0.0
  • Data Model: 100% Local SwiftData
  • Pricing: 100% Free / No Subscriptions

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I exit Kiosk Mode if my staff gets locked out?
Click the “Staff Exit (PIN)” button at the bottom of the Kiosk screen or press Cmd+Option+K and enter your 4-digit operator PIN (Default PIN: 1234). You can customize your PIN in Settings.

Q: Where does the Emergency Evacuation PDF get saved?
When you press Cmd+Shift+E or click the red “FIRE DRILL” button in the toolbar, FrontDesk Log generates a formatted PDF titled Emergency_Evacuation_[Date].pdf directly on your Mac Desktop and opens it in Preview for instant printing.

Q: Does Multi-Gate Local Sync require an internet connection?
No. Multi-Gate sync uses Apple Bonjour (MultipeerConnectivity) to communicate directly over your local Wi-Fi or wired Ethernet network. No internet connection or cloud account is required.

Q: How do I import my expected visitors for the day?
Press Cmd+I or click “Import CSV” in the toolbar to import any standard CSV list containing visitor names, companies, and host contacts.

Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 26, 2026

At FrontDesk Log, we believe your data belongs strictly to you. This Privacy Policy outlines our commitment to zero data collection, complete on-device privacy, and compliance with global data protection regulations.

1. Zero Data Collection & Cloud Storage

FrontDesk Log does not collect, transmit, sell, or store any personal information on external servers. All visitor logs, names, phone numbers, signatures, timestamps, and security watchlist entries are stored exclusively on your local Mac using Apple’s encrypted SwiftData framework.

2. No Analytics & No Tracking

FrontDesk Log does not contain any third-party tracking SDKs, advertising frameworks, or telemetry tools. We do not track your usage, session length, or device identifiers.

3. Local Camera & Network Permissions

  • Camera Access: Used strictly to scan QR codes and barcodes for hands-free check-in via Apple Vision on-device. No camera footage or photos are saved or uploaded.
  • Local Network Access (Bonjour): Used exclusively to synchronize headcounts peer-to-peer between your authorized Macs on the same local Wi-Fi / Ethernet network without internet routing.
  • File System Access: Used solely when you explicitly export evacuation PDFs, badges, or CSV reports to your Desktop or Downloads folder.

4. Data Retention & GDPR / HIPAA Compliance

FrontDesk Log includes built-in data compliance tools accessible via Settings:

  • Automated Purge: Configure automated deletion of historical logs older than 30, 90, or 365 days.
  • One-Click Anonymization: Scrub all personal names and contact details from historical logs while retaining numeric attendance metrics.

5. Contact for Privacy Inquiries

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your data practices, please contact us at:

Support Email: support@online247now.com