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Night shifts and midnight rules: avoiding broken IN/OUT pairs

19 January 2026 · WorkClocking

If your team works past midnight, your clock-in system must understand it. Here’s what to configure.

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Overnight work breaks most basic time tracking tools because “days” don’t match “shifts”. The key is shift-aware pairing across midnight.

Common problems

  • Clock-out appears on the “next day” and looks missing
  • Payroll totals split incorrectly
  • Managers chase staff for “missing” clock-outs that aren’t missing

What to configure

  • Overnight shift handling
  • Maximum shift length
  • Auto pairing rules across midnight
  • Exception reporting (only show what needs attention)

WorkClocking tip: Use overnight-aware rules so the system reflects how your business actually operates.