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STS 372/2026: the Supreme Court sets when the worker must prove overtime
STS 372/2026 (15 April): the Supreme Court unifies doctrine on the burden of proof for overtime when the company keeps no time-record of the working day.
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Guides, regulations and tips on time tracking for your business.
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📜 Regulations
Mandatory Digital Time Tracking 2026: How to Comply with the Law Step by Step
Practical guide to complying with mandatory digital time tracking in 2026. What the new regulation requires, how to implement it in your company, and the exact steps.
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📖 Guides
Complete Time Tracking Guide for SMEs
Everything an SME needs to know about time tracking in 2026: what the law requires, how to implement it, real costs, common mistakes, and how to choose the best system for your company.
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Geolocation Time Clocking: When, How, and Why to Implement It
Complete guide on GPS geolocation clocking. Legality, GDPR, sectors that need it, 2026 Spanish Royal Decree changes, and step-by-step implementation.
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📜 Regulations
Time Tracking Royal Decree 2026: Complete Guide for SMEs
Everything you need to know about the new Royal Decree on digital time recording. What will change, expected requirements, and how to prepare your company.
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📜 Regulations
Penalties for not having time tracking records: what the law says
Not keeping time records can cost you between €751 and €7,500 in fines. We explain the current penalties and how to avoid them.
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📰 News June 18, 2026
Unions push for the digital time-tracking decree to land now
CCOO and UGT demand the Government approve the time-tracking Royal Decree without further delay. Meanwhile, the text still has no date in the official gazette.
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📰 News June 10, 2026
Mercadona dismisses a manager but the time-tracking record dismantles the lateness claim
Castilla-La Mancha's High Court upholds a Mercadona dismissal but throws out the lateness claim because the time-tracking record proved he clocked in on time.
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📰 News June 8, 2026
A worker's dismissal for not clocking in ruled unfair because it couldn't be proven he had been warned
Catalonia's High Court rules a dismissal for not clocking in unfair because the prior warning wasn't proven. Cleverfy alerts the employee who isn't clocking in and logs every warning.
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📰 News June 3, 2026
Pérez Rey: Digital Time Tracking Decree to Pass Before Summer
Spain's Secretary of State for Labor, Joaquín Pérez Rey, confirms the Royal Decree on digital time tracking will be approved before summer 2026.
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📰 News June 2, 2026
RIU Hotels fined over rest periods under 12 hours between shifts
The Canary Islands TSJ upholds €1,463.82 against RIU Hotels and voids the verbal pact that compensated rest periods under 12 hours with €2.42/day.
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⚠️ Fines May 28, 2026
Correction fluid on time records: Canary Islands TSJ upholds €15,250 fine against SUFI
The Canary Islands TSJ upholds a €15,250 fine against SUFI for time-record sheets corrected with TIPEX and unpaid night overtime. Full breakdown.
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⚠️ Fines May 27, 2026
Rewriting your clock-in procedure without negotiating: Canary Islands High Court voids CIRCET's new policy
Canary Islands High Court voids CIRCET's time-tracking policy: it bundled holiday and leave deadlines into clock-in rules without opening a consultation period.
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⚠️ Fines May 19, 2026
Time records and substantial modification: KAEFER case (Avilés, 2026)
Avilés Court (Mar 2026): KAEFER uses its clock-in records to defeat a substantial modification claim. How time records also protect the employer.
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📰 News May 14, 2026
Supreme Court: no time records, remote-work accident is work-related
The Supreme Court (en banc) applies the art. 156.3 LGSS presumption to a remote-work heart attack. Without reliable time records, the worker wins.
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📰 News May 12, 2026
Díaz: time-tracking decree in final procedures, approval before summer
Yolanda Díaz (May 11) reaffirms the digital time-tracking RD: final administrative procedures and approval before summer as the current horizon.
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📰 News May 7, 2026
It's official: Spanish Government locks digital time tracking into its 2026 normative plan
Spain's 2026 Normative Plan officially commits to the digital time-tracking decree and drops the working-week cut. Royal Decree route, no Parliament.
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📰 News May 6, 2026
Digital time tracking: Spanish decree to be approved before 21 June
Yolanda Díaz confirms the Royal Decree will be approved before 21 June with no significant changes. Less than 7 weeks until it takes effect.
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📰 News April 28, 2026
Time tracking in hospitality: Jordi Cruz’s ABaC ordered to pay overtime
Catalonia’s High Court orders Jordi Cruz’s ABaC to pay overtime: the facial-recognition time tracker failed and the paper backup was never produced.
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📰 News April 27, 2026
A bakery avoids paying 624 overtime hours thanks to its time tracking records
The Basque Country High Court dismisses an overtime claim because the time tracking records proved the worker was receiving proper weekly rest. Real case.
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📰 News April 13, 2026
A company ended up paying for 928 overtime hours because its time records contained cross-outs
The High Court of Justice of Catalonia upheld an award for 928 overtime hours after finding that the company's time records, full of cross-outs, were not reliable.
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📰 News March 31, 2026
Spain's Economy Ministry requests one year for SMEs to adapt to digital time tracking
Carlos Cuerpo proposes extending the adaptation period for the new digital time tracking system from 20 days to one year. The Labour Ministry limits it to six months. We analyse what this means for SMEs.
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📰 News March 30, 2026
A waitress loses her job for incorrectly recording her departure time in the work schedule
The Superior Court of Justice of Castile and León declares a dismissal fair after a worker systematically falsified her departure times. What companies and employees can learn.
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📰 News March 25, 2026
Díaz confirms time tracking decree will proceed despite Council of State
The Labor Minister assures Congress that the digital working time registration Royal Decree will be approved 'even if it's the last thing I do', despite the unfavorable opinion from the Council of State.
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📰 News March 23, 2026
Council of State opinion on digital time tracking in Spain
Spain's Council of State issues an unfavorable (non-binding) opinion on the Royal Decree for digital time tracking. What it means and why companies should prepare now.
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📜 Regulations March 17, 2026
Court upholds dismissal for geolocated time clocking from home: what it means for your business
The TSJ of Asturias confirms disciplinary dismissal based on time clock geolocation. We analyze the ruling and its implications for companies and workers.
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📰 News March 17, 2026
Lunch break: when it counts as working time according to Spain's Supreme Court
Ruling 4159/2025 from Spain's Supreme Court requires employers to pay for lunch breaks if the employee remains available. What it means and how to comply.
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📖 Guides March 11, 2026
Rotating shifts in retail: how to plan them right
How to plan rotating shifts in stores and retail businesses. Patterns, rotation groups, shift swaps and common mistakes. With practical examples.
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📖 Guides March 6, 2026
Employee presence control: what it is and how to implement it
Employee presence control: what the law requires in 2026, types of systems, common mistakes and how to choose the best software for your company.
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📜 Regulations March 5, 2026
Time tracking and data protection: AEPD guide
Spain's AEPD clarifies time tracking and GDPR rules: no consent needed, but you must have a DPA, data minimisation and an information protocol.
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📰 News February 28, 2026
Digital time tracking: Spain confirms imminent regulation approval
Pérez Rey confirms the regulation banning paper timesheets is in its final stage. Fines up to €10,000 per employee.
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📜 Regulations February 25, 2026
Do Senior Executives Have to Clock In? What the Law and Courts Say
Are executives required to track their working hours? We analyze Spanish law, Royal Decree 1382/1985, and recent case law to settle this question.
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🏢 Industries February 25, 2026
Time tracking in clinics and medical centers
Dental clinics, physiotherapy practices, and medical offices must also track employee hours. Practical guide to the healthcare sector's challenges and how to solve them.
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📜 Regulations February 20, 2026
Civil Servants vs Contract Employees: Who Must Clock In?
Are Spanish civil servants required to clock in? What about public sector contract employees? We break down what the law says about EBEP vs. Workers' Statute.
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🏢 Industries February 20, 2026
Time tracking in gyms and sports centers
Part-time instructors, irregular schedules, and classes that change every week. How to manage time tracking in gyms without the hassle.
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📰 News February 19, 2026
DIA wins the case: its digital time tracking system dismantles a €3,939 overtime claim
The Basque Country High Court dismisses a DIA inventory worker's overtime claim because the company had a digital time tracking system in place. Real case analyzed.
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📜 Regulations February 16, 2026
Burden of Proof: Digital Time Tracking vs None
Legal analysis of how the burden of proof shifts in overtime claims depending on whether the company has digital time tracking or not.
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📖 Guides February 14, 2026
5 time tracking mistakes that can cost your business a fine
Practical guide to the most common time tracking mistakes SMEs make. A real court case shows what happens when you get it wrong.
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📰 News February 12, 2026
A trainer claims over 1,200 overtime hours: digital time tracking proved the company right
The Catalonia High Court dismisses an overtime claim because the company provided its digital time tracking records. Real case STSJ CAT 173/2026.
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🏢 Industries February 11, 2026
Why hospitality is the most vulnerable sector when it comes to time tracking
Hospitality accounts for over 40% of time tracking sanctions in Spain. A real court case shows how missing clock-in records can cost thousands of euros.
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📰 News February 9, 2026
Digital Time Tracking: Spain Confirms New System Ready
Spain's Labor Minister announces the new digital time tracking system with real-time inspection access is being finalized and will be approved soon.
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📖 Guides February 9, 2026
Hour Bank: What It Is, How It Works and How to Track It
Complete guide to hour banks in Spain. Learn what it is, the legal framework, how to calculate positive and negative hours, and how to keep proper records.
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📜 Regulations February 7, 2026
Burden of proof reversal: why companies always lose without time tracking
Legal analysis of how the CJEU and Article 34.9 of the Workers' Statute have changed the rules for overtime claims.
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📜 Regulations February 7, 2026
Is geolocation time tracking legal in 2026?
Short answer: yes, GPS-based time tracking is legal in Spain—with conditions. We explain what the GDPR, the AEPD, and the new time tracking regulation require.
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📰 News February 5, 2026
Judge overturns dismissal because time clock always showed 8:00
Barcelona court rejects Majorel's work schedule records as fictitious. Company loses disciplinary dismissal and pays €4,116. Lesson for all SMEs.
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📰 News February 4, 2026
No time tracking: restaurant pays €3,311 in overtime
Basque Country court orders restaurant to pay overtime after failing to prove working hours. No time records means employer loses.
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📰 News February 3, 2026
Digital time tracking moves forward despite Government tensions in Spain
The Ministry of Labor maintains its plan to tighten working hours registration with mandatory digital clocking, despite Economy's reluctance. We explain what it means for your business.
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📜 Regulations February 2, 2026
Fingerprint time tracking: why it's no longer legal in 2026
Spain's AEPD considers biometric time tracking (fingerprint, iris, facial recognition) illegal for attendance control. Million-euro fines and legal alternatives.
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📖 Guides February 1, 2026
Choosing Time Tracking Software? Read This First
The real requirements of Spain's new Royal Decree and what to demand from your provider. Don't buy promises—buy solutions you can test today.
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📰 News January 30, 2026
The 'Code 9' Case: Company Fined for Hiding Overtime in Time Records
A Spanish company used a secret code to make overtime disappear from records. Labor Inspection has issued two serious violation notices. Learn what they did wrong.
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🏢 Industries January 30, 2026
Time Clocking in Hospitality: Managing Rotating Shifts Without Complications
Complete guide on time clocking in hospitality. How to manage rotating shifts, split shifts, and overtime with digital time tracking. Solutions for restaurants, bars, and hotels.
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📖 Guides January 30, 2026
How to Choose Time Tracking Software: 7 Criteria That Really Matter
Practical guide to choosing the best time tracking software for your company. 7 key criteria, red flags to avoid, and a downloadable checklist for making the right decision.
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📜 Regulations January 30, 2026
Labor Inspection and Time Tracking: How to Prepare
Worried about a labor inspection? Here's what they check regarding time tracking, current penalties, and how to prepare in 24 hours or 1 week.
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🏢 Industries January 30, 2026
Time Tracking in Construction: Solutions for Sites and Mobile Teams
Discover how to implement time tracking in construction effectively. Clocking from site, geolocation, mobile app, and regulatory compliance for construction companies.
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📖 Guides January 30, 2026
Remote and Hybrid Work: Time Tracking That Complies with the Law
How to implement time tracking for remote and hybrid work while complying with Spanish regulations. Remote clocking, digital disconnection, and time recording for distributed teams.
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📖 Guides January 30, 2026
Time Tracking for Self-Employed with Employees: Practical Guide 2026
You're self-employed and have employees. Do you need time tracking? Yes. Does it have to be complicated? No. Practical guide to comply with Spanish law.
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📖 Guides January 30, 2026
Retail Time Tracking: Rotating Shifts & Clocking 2026
Retail time tracking with rotating shifts, multi-store management and digital clocking. A practical guide to stay compliant without the hassle.
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📖 Guides January 29, 2026
The 5 Best Time Tracking Software for SMEs in 2026
Updated comparison of the best digital clocking software for SMEs in Spain. Prices, features, and which to choose based on your company.
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📖 Guides January 29, 2026
Excel vs Digital Software for Time Recording: Which to Choose?
Honest comparison between Excel and digital software for time tracking. Pros, cons, when to switch, and why the law requires mandatory digital recording.
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📜 Regulations January 28, 2026
Time Tracking Mandatory for Domestic Workers (CJEU)
The December 2024 CJEU ruling requires time tracking for domestic employees. Fines and overtime claims at stake.
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⚖️ Comparisons January 27, 2026
Comparison: The 5 Best Digital Time Clock Software in 2026
Updated comparison of the 5 best digital time clock software in Spain for 2026. Prices, clocking methods, features, and which to choose based on your company.
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📜 Regulations January 26, 2026
Without time records, employers lose in court
If your company doesn't have time tracking records and an employee claims overtime, the burden of proof falls on you. We explain the case law.
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📜 Regulations January 24, 2026
Supreme Court: Employee Self-Declaration is Valid
The STS 18/1/23 ruling confirms that apps where employees record their own clock-in and clock-out times are legally valid. Learn what this means for your business.
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