Credenti ShifTap

Unlock Zebra & Honeywell Devices with Credenti ShifTap

Credenti ShifTap provides secure, passwordless access to shared Zebra, Honeywell, and other Android handheld devices. Frontline workers can tap an NFC badge or scan a QR code to unlock the device and seamlessly access authorized applications—without entering passwords or PINs. Designed for shared-device environments across warehousing, retail, manufacturing, logistics, and field operations

Secure Login for Shared Rugged Android Devices

Honeywell and Zebra rugged Android devices displaying Credenti ShifTap lock screens, with an NFC access card for badge tap and a QR badge positioned behind the Zebra’s rear camera.

Purpose-Built for Shared Rugged Android Devices

Credenti ShifTap is a mobile authentication solution designed for high-turnover, shared-use environments. It functions as the lock screen on the Android device, requiring users to authenticate before gaining access.

Users can simply tap their NFC badge on the device’s built-in reader or scan a QR code to unlock supported Zebra, Honeywell, and other rugged Android handhelds. Once authenticated, users can seamlessly access authorized enterprise applications without manually entering passwords.

Key Capabilities

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Built for Rugged Android Devices — Optimized for shared Zebra, Honeywell, and other supported Android handheld devices.
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Secure Lock Screen Authentication — ShifTap functions as the device lock screen, requiring users to authenticate before accessing the handheld.
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Tap or Scan to Unlock — Users can quickly unlock the device by tapping an NFC badge or scanning a QR code—no password or PIN entry required.
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Prevent Unauthorized Access — Automatically lock unattended devices and require authentication before access can resume.
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Fast, Secure Device Handoff — Multiple users can securely share the same handheld, with each user authenticating before starting their session.
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Passwordless Access to Applications — Enable seamless login to supported native and web applications running on the handheld without manually entering application credentials.
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Per-User Accountability & Audit Trails — Track authenticated device access by individual user, providing visibility into who accessed the device and when.
Two warehouse workers wearing safety vests and hard hats use rugged Android handheld devices to scan inventory on pallet shelves. This industrial environment represents the high-turnover, shared-device workflows where Credenti ShifTap provides secure, badge-tap authentication without passwords.

How It Works

Illustration of a rugged Zebra or Honeywell Android handheld device displaying the Credenti ShifTap app on the screen, representing the step where ShifTap is installed to enable badge-tap login and lock-screen control on shared devices.

1. Deploy Credenti ShifTap — Install and configure Credenti ShifTap on your Zebra, Honeywell, or other supported Android rugged devices.

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2. Provision Users & Authentication Methods — Provision users and configure supported authentication methods, including NFC badges and QR codes.

Illustration of a rugged Android handheld device showing a green checkmark as a user taps a proximity badge against the built-in RFID reader, representing ShifTap verifying the user’s identity and unlocking the shared device.

3. Tap or Scan to Authenticate — The user taps their NFC badge or scans a QR code on the handheld device. ShifTap verifies the user’s identity before granting access.

Illustration of a rugged Android handheld device showing the unlocked home screen with a proximity badge beside it, indicating that after tapping their badge with ShifTap, the user can access apps on the shared device without entering a password.

4. Unlock & Access Applications — Once authenticated, the device unlocks and the user can seamlessly access authorized native and web applications, without manually entering credentials.

Illustration of a rugged Android handheld device showing the ShifTap logout screen, indicating that the session has automatically ended after idle time or handoff and the device is reset to the lock screen for the next user.

5. Secure the Device for the Next User — When the device is handed off, left unattended, or the session ends, ShifTap locks the device, requiring the next user to authenticate before gaining access.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Credenti ShifTap lock and unlock Android handheld devices?

Yes. Credenti ShifTap functions as a secure lock screen for supported rugged Android handhelds. Users must authenticate using an NFC badge tap or QR code scan before the device can be unlocked and accessed.

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Can I unlock a Zebra or Honeywell handheld using a QR code?

Yes. Credenti ShifTap allows users to scan a QR code directly on the handheld device to authenticate and unlock it. This provides a fast, passwordless alternative for users and workflows where an NFC badge may not be available or preferred.

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Can I unlock a Zebra or Honeywell device by tapping an NFC badge?

Yes. Users can tap a supported NFC badge on the handheld device’s built-in reader to authenticate and unlock the device without manually entering a password or PIN.

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Does Credenti ShifTap support both NFC badge and QR code authentication?

Yes. ShifTap supports both NFC badge tap and QR code scan authentication, allowing organizations to choose the authentication method that best fits their users and workflows.

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Can ShifTap provide passwordless access to applications on the handheld device?

Yes. After a user authenticates and unlocks the device, ShifTap can provide passwordless SSO to supported native and web applications running on the handheld, eliminating the need to manually enter application credentials.

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Can multiple users securely share the same Zebra or Honeywell handheld?

Yes. ShifTap is designed for shared-device environments. Multiple workers can use the same handheld, with each user authenticating using their assigned NFC badge or QR code before accessing the device and authorized applications.

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What happens if a handheld device is left unattended?

ShifTap can automatically lock an unattended device, helping protect the device, applications, and data from unauthorized access. Authentication is required again before access to the device is restored.

Does ShifTap track who unlocked a shared handheld device?

Yes. ShifTap associates each device authentication event with an individual user, providing an audit trail of who authenticated to the device and when. This improves accountability when handheld devices are shared across workers and shifts.

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Which Android handheld devices does Credenti ShifTap support?

Credenti ShifTap supports Zebra, Honeywell, and other supported rugged handheld devices running Android. Compatibility can depend on the device model, Android version, and the authentication capabilities available on the device.

Which NFC badges can be used to unlock Zebra and Honeywell devices?

ShifTap supports many commonly used NFC/RFID badges that can be read by supported handheld devices. Compatibility depends on the badge technology and the NFC/RFID capabilities of the specific device.https://www.credenti.com/resources/supported-cards-and-readers

Do users need to enter a password or PIN to unlock the handheld?

No manual password entry is required when users authenticate through a configured NFC badge or QR code. ShifTap is designed to make authentication fast and practical for frontline workers using shared rugged devices.

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Does ShifTap work with native Android apps and web applications?

Yes. ShifTap can enable passwordless access to supported native Android applications and web applications after the user has authenticated to the handheld.

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Identity That Moves With the Shift

Make your shared Android handhelds secure, traceable, and passwordless with Credenti ShifTap.