iPhone Spot Setup Guide
Watch the quick videos and follow the steps below. First install the required Shortcuts, then Set Up Your first Spot.
• Install the required Shortcuts (about 1 minute)
• Then set up your first Spot and test it (about 2 minutes)
Step 1 — Install Required Shortcuts
Open each Shortcut link and tap Add Shortcut. Make sure iCloud sync is on in Settings → Apple ID → iCloud → Show All → Shortcuts.
Step 2 — Set Up Your First Spot
Run the setup Shortcut, tap your NFC tag when prompted, and try a test scan to confirm it logs correctly.
Frequently Asked Questions
NFC scan doesn’t trigger—what should I check?
Make sure the screen is on and the tag is at the top edge of the iPhone. If you use a phone case with metal or magnets, try removing it.
Do I need all required Shortcuts installed?
Yes—installing the four required Shortcuts ensures logging and summaries work. Then install all other shortcuts as you use them.
Shortcuts says it can’t open a URL.
Open the Shortcuts app → Settings → Advanced and enable untrusted shortcuts if applicable. Re-add the required Shortcuts from the guide.
How do I update to the latest Shortcuts?
Revisit the Required Shortcuts link and add the updated versions. If prompted, choose Replace to overwrite older versions.
How to fix "The Account does not allow calendars to be added or removed."
Sometimes the Calendar app blocks the creation of new calendars. Follow these steps to fix:
1) Open the Calendar app.
2) Click on Add Calendar in the bottom left, then Add Calendar again on the pop up.
3)Name the Calendar "Spotomates" must be exact.
4)Finally tap Done in the top right.