The field cockpit for construction

Integrated site chat and video calls

The alternative to site WhatsApp groups: everyone, all the context, in the right place. Keep your team connected with built-in messaging, voice calls, and video — all linked to your sites.

No credit card required • 15-day free trial

When site communication scatters across WhatsApp, calls, and texts

Messages get lost, the wrong people are in loops, and critical information disappears in personal chat threads.

The wrong group members

Subcontractors added to personal WhatsApp groups. When they leave the project, they still see every message — or worse, they've left the group and miss critical updates.

Lost in the scroll

"Where was that photo of the defect?" Buried somewhere between jokes, weekend plans, and three other site conversations. No link to the task, the report, or the site.

Endless call tennis

Calling mobile numbers one by one to get a quick answer. Half the team doesn't pick up, and you've lost 20 minutes before you get the information you need.

No audit trail

Personal messaging apps leave no company record. When a dispute arises, you can't prove what was said, when, or to whom.

Smart Plan

Site chat: everyone, all the context

Every site has its own dedicated chat, visible only to assigned members. Messages stay attached to the project — no personal phone numbers, no lost threads.

Automatic site conversations

Each site gets a dedicated chat from creation. All site members can read and send messages — no manual setup, no invites to manage.

  • Real-time delivery on web and mobile
  • Membership syncs with site assignments
  • Completed sites archived, searchable, not cluttering the list

Rich media & voice messages

Send photos from the gallery or camera, attach PDFs, Word docs, or record voice messages on mobile — all visible inline with clickable previews.

  • Image thumbnails, document icons with file names
  • Voice messages with automatic transcription (mobile)
  • One tap to download or open attachments

Read receipts & delivery status

See who's read your message and when. Tap "Seen by X/Y" to view the full list, with pending readers highlighted — crucial for time-sensitive instructions.

  • Real-time read indicators (✓✓ grey → ✓✓ blue)
  • Detailed "Seen by" modal with timestamps
  • Works offline: last-known status shown

Private conversations & groups

Direct 1-to-1 or group chats between colleagues (internal only, not subcontractors). Separate workspace conversations from site threads.

  • Create named groups for recurring teams
  • Add participants to existing group chats
  • Accessible from the Messaging menu

Automatic task notifications

When a task is created, modified, or completed in the site planning, an automatic message appears in the site chat with task details, deadline, and assignee — visually distinct so the team knows it's system-generated.

Business Plan

Integrated voice & video calls

Reach any colleague instantly from the app — voice or video over internet, no phone numbers to dial. Full call history, automatic recording, and optional transcription.

Voice calls

Tap the phone icon next to any colleague's name to start an instant voice call — no need to remember mobile numbers or switch apps.

Video calls

Show a defect in real time or walk someone through an issue on site — tap the camera icon to switch to video instantly.

Call history

Every call logged with duration, direction (in/out), and status. Filter by incoming, outgoing, or missed — never lose track of who called when.

During the call

Mute / unmute

Toggle microphone on/off

Camera on/off

Enable or disable video

Switch camera

Front/back (mobile only)

Hang up

End the call

Live duration

Displayed in mm:ss

Auto-recording

When call connects

Automatic transcription

Calls can be transcribed to text after they end. Preview snippets appear directly in the call history — useful for reviewing technical discussions without replaying audio.

Company-only, audit-ready

Only colleagues within your own company can be called. Full call records stay on the platform — no personal numbers mixed in, no lost evidence if disputes arise.

Technical requirements

  • Business plan subscription required
  • Internet connection (Wi-Fi or mobile data)
  • Microphone permission (camera for video)
  • Notifications enabled (recommended for incoming calls)

Calls use ~1 MB/min (voice) or ~5–10 MB/min (video). Use Wi-Fi when possible to preserve mobile data.

Why Klear beats site WhatsApp groups

A dedicated construction site communication platform vs. a consumer messaging app repurposed for work.

Feature Klear WhatsApp
Conversation tied to site
Members sync with site assignments
Archived when project completes
Integrated with planning & tasks
Read receipts with full visibility Basic
Company-owned audit trail
Integrated voice/video calls Separate flow
No personal phone numbers exposed

Frequently asked questions

Can subcontractors access the site chat?
Yes. Site conversations are visible to all members assigned to that site, including subcontractors. As soon as they're added to the site, they can read and send messages. When they're removed from the site, they lose access to the chat — keeping information secure and relevant.
Do I need the Business plan for messaging, or just for calls?
Messaging (text, photos, files, voice messages, read receipts) is included in the Smart plan and above. Voice and video calls require the Business plan. If you don't see the Calls menu in your app, check your subscription level.
What happens to site messages when a project is completed?
Completed site conversations are archived and moved to a "Completed sites" section at the bottom of your message list on mobile (collapsed by default to keep the view clean). They remain fully searchable — if you search for a keyword and a result is in a completed site, that section expands automatically. On the web, you can filter or search all archived conversations. Nothing is deleted: your audit trail stays intact.

Replace WhatsApp chaos with site-native communication

Keep every conversation, photo, and call linked to the right site. Start your free 15-day trial — no credit card required.

Smart plan: messaging & attachments • Business plan: voice & video calls