Race day check-in keeps getting more dependable with the latest release of RunSignup’s RaceDay CheckIn app, v62. This update focuses on speeding up how races load and sync, tailoring waivers to participant age, smoother kiosk and scanner workflows on iPad and phones, and laying the groundwork for over-the-air (OTA) updates so your staff can keep the line moving with fewer interruptions.
What’s New: Faster Load and Sync
Faster Loading When You Open a Race
When you first open a race, the app loads the data it needs more efficiently, so the first screen is ready sooner.
Why this matters: On busy mornings, every second before staff can start checking people in matters. A quicker start means less waiting at the tent and a faster path to a working check-in flow.
Faster Sync Cycle Options
You can choose faster sync options in settings so the app refreshes participant data more often when you need it, while still being mindful of battery life and connectivity in the field.
Why this matters: Races don’t all have the same network or urgency. Directors who want the list as fresh as possible can opt in without everyone sharing a single, slower default.
Smarter Waivers
Age-Based Waivers from RunSignup
RaceDay CheckIn now follows RunSignup age-based waiver settings from your RunSignup Dashboard. The app shows or hides waivers based on the rules you’ve already configured for your event, so participants see the right documents for their age group.
Why this matters: Many events require different waivers for minors and adults, or an additional waiver just for minors, in addition to what adults sign. Instead of managing that manually at the tent, your Dashboard settings drive what CheckIn presents.
iPad and Newer iOS
Full Screen on iPadOS 26
We fixed how the app uses the screen on iPadOS 26 so it can properly use the full display on tablets used at kiosks or line stations.
Why this matters: iPad kiosks are common at races. On this OS version, the layout could leave extra bars or awkward margins instead of giving staff the full workspace for search, scan, and check-in. The app now behaves as expected on iPadOS 26 in those setups.
Kiosk and Hardware Reliability
Number Pad and Search Behavior on iPad
We fixed kiosk number pad behavior on iPad and made sure kiosk mode respects your exact-match lookup speed settings.
Why this matters: Kiosk mode is built for speed. When on-screen behavior doesn’t match what you configured, check-in slows down, and the line backs up. These updates keep kiosk behavior aligned with your race setup.
External Barcode Scanners
We fixed issues with external barcode scanners used with the app at check-in.
Why this matters: Many events rely on dedicated scanners for bib and QR workflows. When hardware and software don’t work well together, you get double scans, missed lookups, or staff falling back to manual search. This release targets those friction points.
Fixes Across Phone, Dashboard, and Stability
Bib Number Field in Landscape on Phones
The bib number field on Update registrant info now behaves correctly in landscape on phones.
Why this matters: Staff rotate phones to type or hand a device to a volunteer. Reliable fields in landscape mean fewer slowdowns and mistakes at the table.
Dashboard After Event Deletion
We fixed the “event not found” message that could appear after an event was removed on the dashboard.
Why this matters: Directors often clean up test events or past races. The experience should be clear instead of leaving staff with a confusing error.
“Changes Not Syncing” Banner
We fixed cases where the “changes not syncing” banner could stay on screen when it shouldn’t, or not match what was really happening.
Why this matters: That message should be a trustworthy signal. When it’s out of date, staff may miss real issues or spend time on problems that aren’t there.
Over-the-Air Updates (OTA)
This release adds support for over-the-air (OTA) updates where applicable, so some fixes and improvements can reach devices without waiting for a full app store release in supported scenarios.
Why this matters: During race season, waiting for store approval isn’t always practical. Where the platform and your build allow OTA, updates can reach eligible devices sooner.