Getting Started with the Admin Dashboard
The Attlock admin dashboard is your command center for managing guards, clients, sites, schedules, incidents, and every aspect of your security operations.
Logging In
- Open your browser and navigate to your company's Attlock dashboard URL.
- Enter your email address and password.
- If two-factor authentication is enabled, enter the verification code.
- You'll land on the Dashboard overview page.
Sidebar Navigation
The left sidebar organizes every feature into collapsible sections:
| Section | What's Inside | --------- | --------------- | Overview | Dashboard, Analytics, Notifications, Messages, Map | Team | Guards, Guard Overview, Teams, Invitations, Wellness Monitor | Operations | Command Center, Clients, Sites, Zones & Regions, Scheduling, Payroll, Patrol Manager, Lone Worker | Field Management | Live Tracking, Alert Center, Incidents, Investigations, Task Templates, Site Tasks, Post Orders, Pass-on Logs, Notifications & Message Board | Facility & Fleet | Visitor Manager, Vehicle Manager, Parking Manager, Vendors | Assets | Equipment | Compliance | Compliance Dashboard, Policies, Checklists, Training | Settings | Data Migration, Audit Log, Settings, Help Center, About Attlock |
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Click any section header to expand or collapse it. Click a page name to navigate there.
Command Palette — Quick Navigation
Press the G key anywhere in the dashboard to open the Command Palette.
- Type to search for any page, feature, or action.
- Use arrow keys to navigate results, then press Enter to go.
- Results are grouped by category (Overview, Team, Operations, etc.).
- Quick Actions appear when you search words like "create", "new", or "add":
- Create New Shift
- File New Report
- Invite Guard
- Log Incident
- Add New Site
- Add New Client
- Create Checklist
- Start Pay Run
- Your 5 most recent pages appear when the search field is empty.
Dashboard Overview
The main Dashboard page shows real-time KPIs:
- Active Guards — how many guards are currently on duty.
- Pending Incidents — unresolved incidents requiring attention.
- Shift Coverage — percentage of scheduled shifts that are filled.
- System Alerts — any urgent notifications.
Below the KPIs you'll see charts for guard activity, incident trends, and shift performance.
Theme & Appearance
The dashboard supports both Light and Dark themes. Toggle the theme from Settings → Appearance or the theme switcher in the header.
Tips for New Admins
- Start with Sites — add your physical locations first, then assign guards.
- Use the Command Palette — it's the fastest way to reach any feature.
- Check Notifications daily — incidents, shift changes, and alerts appear here.
- Set up Roles — configure access control so team members only see what they need.
Related Articles
- Managing Guards
- Managing Clients
- Setting Up Sites
- Scheduling Shifts
- Using the Command Palette