Print only the name tag (without the security tag) at check-in

Can you print just the child's name tag and skip the parent security tag when kids check in -- for example, for a small camp? Yes. By default, TimelyChurch prints two labels at check-in -- a child name tag and a parent security tag (with a matching pickup code). You can turn either one off.

Print only the name tag

1. Go to Planning > Check-In, click the Check-In Settings (gear) icon, and open the Printer Setup tab.
2. Uncheck "Print parent security tag" (leave "Print child name tag" checked).
3. Click Save Printer Settings.

From now on, check-in prints only the child's name tag.

Note: The parent security tag carries the pickup code that matches the child's tag -- it's the safety check that confirms the right person is picking up the child. If you turn it off, parents won't have the code on paper, so release children with the Check out button and the Who is picking up? list (which still requires an authorized pickup adult) instead of the code. That's a great fit for small, familiar groups like a summer camp; for larger kids ministries we recommend keeping the security tag on. You can fully customize both labels in the Label Designer.

Related Articles

• Label Templates -- Customize the child name tag and the parent security tag in the Label Designer.
• Check-In Settings -- Printer Setup and all print options, including the "Print parent security tag" toggle.