Create a Geofence

Learn how to create a new geofence in BlackBerry AtHoc Geofencing.
  1. Click Geofencing to access the AtHoc Geofencing application
    Step 1: Click Geofencing
  2. Click Create Geofence
    Step 2: Click Create Geofence
  3. Select an imported shape layer or draw a shape on the map
    Step 3: Select shape layer
  4. Select the Active or Inactive status option
    Tip: A geofence in the Inactive status does not appear on the map.
    Step 4: Select status
  5. Enter a name and description

    The following special characters are not allowed: ` ! $ % & ^ = . ; \ : ? " < > | [ ].

    Tip: The Name field has a 100 character limit. The Description field has a 300 character limit.
    Step 5: Enter name and description
  6. (Optional) Select a predefined tag, or type to create a new tag
    Tip: You can add up to 5 tags.
    Step 6: Add tags
  7. (Optional) Select an existing folder or create a new one
    Tip: New geofences are automatically added to the System Default folder.
    Step 7: Select or create a folder
  8. To add individual tracked users, click Add Users
    Tip: You can add up to 50 users.
    Step 8: Add users
  9. Select the users on the Add Users dialog
    Step 9: Select users
  10. Click Apply
    Step 10: Click Apply
  11. To add tracked users by distribution list, click Distribution Lists
    Step 11: Add users by distribution list
  12. Select distribution lists from the pull-down menu
    Step 12: Select distribution lists
  13. Click Save
    Step 13: Click Save
  14. That's it!

    You have successfully created a new geofence!

    Step 14: That's It!
To learn more about the AtHoc Geofence app, see BlackBerry AtHoc Command Center Geofencing Operator Guide.