The RaceDay Real-Time Technology: Every Race Day Tool, Connected

RaceDay Real-Time Technology provides timers with advanced tools for seamless integration, real-time data access, and efficient race day management, enhancing the experience for participants, spectators, and volunteers.

Real-Time Sync from Check-In to Results
Live Tracking & Progress Alerts
Offline-Ready, Syncs when Back Online
Open Tools, No Contract Required

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How the RaceDay Real-Time Technology Works Together

RunSignup’s race day management software keeps registration, check-in, scoring, and results on the same data, so every update made is automatically adjusted across all products.

One Data Stream, Registration to Results

Registration, check-in, scoring, results, and RaceJoy all read and write the same participant record. Any change is live across the suite the moment it’s made — no imports, no batch syncs.

Open Tools, No Contract Required

Choose the tools that fit your event. Every tool stands on its own, so you can mix them with the hardware and software you already use. See RaceDay Real-Time Suite pricing for timers.

Built for Timers, Used by Race Directors

Timers get advanced scoring, live tracking, results, and integrated photos. Race directors can use the free RaceDay CheckIn App and RaceDay Photos themselves or through their timer.

Offline-Ready for Remote Courses

CheckIn, Scoring, and RaceDay Mobile keep working without signal and sync once you’re back online, from remote trail courses to city streets.

Key Features of the RaceDay Real-Time Suite

RaceDay Scoring

Compatible with all major chip systems, including MYLAPS, ChronoTrack, RFID, and Race Result
Two-way sync with RunSignup registration, with all scoring done offline and changes saved locally
Real-time scoring dashboard with custom reports and filtering, plus photo-based reads as a chip timing backup
Support 7 days a week, even on early race mornings

RaceDay Results

Compatible with all major scoring software, publishing searchable results from RaceDay Scoring, RunScore, The Race Director, the RunSignup API, CSV, Dropbox, or a preformatted file
The free, optional AI Results Agent answers participants’ plain-language questions about splits, comparisons, and past results
Live leaderboards and kiosks on site, plus email and text notifications and RaceJoy integration
Race-day weather shows automatically on every results page, and virtual results are available as well

RaceDay Photo-Based Timing

Add real-time splits at checkpoints through the course without the need for timing equipment— an affordable option for remote trail and ultra events (see the field test)
Back up RFID finish results with photo reads (chip reads always take priority)
Photo reads stream into RaceDay Scoring and feed results, text alerts, and RaceJoy live tracking
Every photo does two jobs: a timing read into RaceDay Scoring and a participant photo linked to their results

RaceDay Mobile

Backup timing from any location with a phone and Bluetooth keyboard, with full offline support
Automated photo capture that syncs to RaceDay Scoring and RunSignup’s photo platform in real time
Announcer Mode that streams name, hometown, and finish time to the announcer as runners cross
Photo-based tracking and timing that turns bib-tagged photos into reads for splits, results, and RaceJoy tracking

RaceDay Photos

Upload unlimited photos into customizable albums for easy downloading and Facebook sharing, with bulk management tools
Automatic bib tagging through Tagily puts photos on each participant’s results page and team page
Add race or sponsor watermarks and open participant uploads to get everyone sharing
Capture and tag photos with the free RaceDay Mobile app, and use them as timing reads with Photo-Based Timing

More Ways to Optimize RaceDay Technology

Beyond the core apps, the suite includes tools that clean up your data before race day and get results to participants faster after it.

RaceDay Timer Dashboard
See every race’s status, live reads, and finisher counts, and get to each race tool in one click.
On-Site Registration
Register walk-ups on kiosks that log out after each payment and sync instantly with CheckIn and Scoring.
Dynamic Bib Assignment
Assign bibs at registration, in bulk, or at pickup, and email bib numbers or check-in QR codes.
Corral Management
Assign corrals by estimated finish time, later in the process, or by CSV upload.
AI Results Agent
Let participants ask plain-language questions about their splits, comparisons, and past results.
Leaderboards & Result Alerts
Show results on kiosks and leaderboards, and send them by email and text as runners finish.

Trusted by Timers at Every Race Size

From remote trail courses to 27,000-runner city 10Ks, timers rely on RaceDay Real-Time to keep check-in, scoring, and results moving on race day.

5.3M+

RaceJoy progress alerts sent

7.3M

Participants checkin with RaceDay CheckIn

4.1M

Race photos uploaded

Dig Deeper into RaceDay Tools

Want to see the tools in action? Watch how the RaceDay Real-Time suite works on race day.

RaceDay Real-Time Suite Pricing

RaceDay Real-Time Certifications

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Partner Program for Timers

Become a Partner

Build Your Timing Business

Explore Timers Tools

New to Timing

Photo-Based Timing FAQ

Bring Real-Time Technology to Race Day

Create your race for free, or schedule a call and our team will help you and your timer plan the right RaceDay setup.

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FAQ: All About RaceDay Real-Time

What types of events use the RaceDay Real-Time Technology Suite?

Runs, races, and walks of every size use it, along with triathlons, cycling events, swim meets, trail and ultra races, cross country meets, and kids races. The same tools handle a remote mountain race with a few hundred runners and city 10Ks with more than 20,000 participants.

Do I have to use every tool in the RaceDay Real-Time suite?

No. The suite is an open set of tools, so you can use the ones that fit your event without a contract. Tools like the RaceDay CheckIn App, RaceDay Mobile, RaceDay Photos, and results are free with RunSignup registration. Timers who score with RaceDay Scoring pay one $199 annual subscription per timing company, and RaceJoy Certified Timers get unlimited RaceJoy use under that license for events on RunSignup registration.

Can race directors use RaceDay tools without a timer?

Yes, for many of them. Race directors can run check-in, on-site registration, bibs, corrals, and results uploads on their own, and RaceDay Mobile supports manual timing for small, simple races. RaceDay Scoring, RaceJoy tracking, and photo-based timing are run by certified timers, so a timer is recommended for most events. You can find one with Timer Search.

Do RaceDay tools work without cell service on the course?

Yes. The RaceDay CheckIn App checks in participants offline by QR code, bib photo, or name search; volunteer check-out is the one feature that needs a connection. RaceDay Scoring runs all scoring offline, and RaceDay Mobile captures timing data offline. Each one syncs automatically once a connection is restored.

How does photo-based timing work alongside chip timing?

Every photo taken in RaceDay Mobile is tagged with a bib number and timestamp, turning it into a timing read that streams into RaceDay Scoring. Timers can use photo reads to add splits anywhere on the course or to back up chip timing at the finish; when both exist, the chip read takes priority. Photo reads feed results, text alerts, and RaceJoy tracking just like chip reads. Photo-based timing is available to RaceDay Scoring Certified Timers.

How do I become a RaceDay Real-Time certified timer?

Take a live or on-demand RaceDay Real-Time certification course. Courses cover RaceDay Scoring, RaceJoy, the RaceDay CheckIn App, and RunSignup’s registration tools. RunSignup also hosts an annual Timer Education Summit with beginner and advanced tracks. Start your certification.

The Latest Blogs on RaceDay Real-Time

Timer Dashboard

October 13, 2026

Timer Dashboard – Mission Control on Race Day

RunSignup’s RaceDay development team continues to build out the Timer Dashboard, and many of the features we previewed last summer are now live. The Timer Dashboard is designed to be mission control for timers on race day. It gives you one place to…

October 9, 2026

RaceDay Mobile 6.0.2: Direct RaceDay Scoring Connection and New Photo Tools

RaceDay Mobile 6.0.2 adds a direct connection to RaceDay Scoring, new photo capture options, and several improvements based on feedback from timers and race directors. Send Timing Reads Directly to RaceDay Scoring Recorder Mode can now connect directly to RaceDay Scoring over…

October 1, 2026

Photo-Based Timing FAQ

There has been a lot of content recently about Photo-Based Timing, from blogs, field tests, webinars, to folks out there using it and sharing their feedback. From all of these sources we’ve put together a Photo-Based Timing FAQ on the subject of…

RunSignup

September 14, 2026

Backing the Backbone: RunSignup’s Investment in Timers

Timers are the backbone of the endurance industry, providing races with technical guidance and race-day logistics that go far beyond scoring and results. RunSignup heavy investment in timers focuses on enterprise-grade technology built specifically for timers—offered at free to minimal cost—and backs…

September 1, 2026

RaceDay CheckIn 3.2.65: Multiple Labels and Configuration Access Controls

This release of RaceDay CheckIn adds two things race directors have asked for. You can now design more than one label per configuration and print them together, and you can control which configuration your volunteers land in and whether they can change…

August 17, 2026

Manage Race Photos in Bulk: Select, Delete, and Add to Album

Uploading thousands of race photos is easy. Sorting through them afterward takes longer than it should. You can now select multiple photos in the photo viewer and delete them or add them to another album in a single action. Where to find…

RaceDay Photos Field Test

August 12, 2026

New Photo-Based Timing Field Test

RunSignup’s new photo-based timing turns bib-tagged race photos into timing reads. Snap a photo in RaceDay Mobile, and a bib number and timestamp flow straight into a stream in RaceDay Scoring. This new feature serves as a powerful supplement to chip timing,…

Photo-based timing for timers

August 4, 2026

NEW: Photo-Based Timing Reads for Timers

We are excited to announce our new photo-based timing solution that puts big-race technology within reach of every race budget. Using phones or tablets you already have on hand, you can help your races deliver the real-time data and finish line coverage…

August 4, 2026

Introducing Photo-Based Timing

We are excited to announce our new photo-based timing solution that puts big-race technology within reach of every race budget. Using phones or tablets you already have on hand, your race can now deliver the real-time data and finish line coverage once…

Timers Keep Your Races

July 20, 2026

Timers, Keep Your Races: Leveling Up Is No Longer Optional

This story — and others like it — illustrates the race retention problem timers face. Races don’t leave because of bad timing. They leave because a key contact moved on, a competitor made a more compelling case, or a relationship was never…

RaceDay Mobile V6

June 24, 2026

RaceDay Mobile Version 6 is Now Available

The RaceDay Mobile version 6 is now available. This release is a major update with a host of improvements and includes a rebranding, previously known as RaceDay Mobile Timing app. The new name reflects the app’s expanded role on race day. Beyond backup or manual…

June 23, 2026

RaceJoy Course Maps on Website V2

We have added a RaceJoy Course Map Component as yet another option on Website V2. If your event has RaceJoy enabled via one of our Timer Partners, this is a great interactive map that can have a ton of features built in…

The Latest Blogs on RaceDay

Timer Dashboard

October 13, 2026

Timer Dashboard – Mission Control on Race Day

RunSignup’s RaceDay development team continues to build out the Timer Dashboard, and many of the features we previewed last summer are now live. The Timer Dashboard is designed to be mission control for timers on race day. It gives you one place to…

October 9, 2026

RaceDay Mobile 6.0.2: Direct RaceDay Scoring Connection and New Photo Tools

RaceDay Mobile 6.0.2 adds a direct connection to RaceDay Scoring, new photo capture options, and several improvements based on feedback from timers and race directors. Send Timing Reads Directly to RaceDay Scoring Recorder Mode can now connect directly to RaceDay Scoring over…

October 1, 2026

Photo-Based Timing FAQ

There has been a lot of content recently about Photo-Based Timing, from blogs, field tests, webinars, to folks out there using it and sharing their feedback. From all of these sources we’ve put together a Photo-Based Timing FAQ on the subject of…

RunSignup

September 14, 2026

Backing the Backbone: RunSignup’s Investment in Timers

Timers are the backbone of the endurance industry, providing races with technical guidance and race-day logistics that go far beyond scoring and results. RunSignup heavy investment in timers focuses on enterprise-grade technology built specifically for timers—offered at free to minimal cost—and backs…

September 1, 2026

RaceDay CheckIn 3.2.65: Multiple Labels and Configuration Access Controls

This release of RaceDay CheckIn adds two things race directors have asked for. You can now design more than one label per configuration and print them together, and you can control which configuration your volunteers land in and whether they can change…

August 17, 2026

Manage Race Photos in Bulk: Select, Delete, and Add to Album

Uploading thousands of race photos is easy. Sorting through them afterward takes longer than it should. You can now select multiple photos in the photo viewer and delete them or add them to another album in a single action. Where to find…

RaceDay Photos Field Test

August 12, 2026

New Photo-Based Timing Field Test

RunSignup’s new photo-based timing turns bib-tagged race photos into timing reads. Snap a photo in RaceDay Mobile, and a bib number and timestamp flow straight into a stream in RaceDay Scoring. This new feature serves as a powerful supplement to chip timing,…

Photo-based timing for timers

August 4, 2026

NEW: Photo-Based Timing Reads for Timers

We are excited to announce our new photo-based timing solution that puts big-race technology within reach of every race budget. Using phones or tablets you already have on hand, you can help your races deliver the real-time data and finish line coverage…

August 4, 2026

Introducing Photo-Based Timing

We are excited to announce our new photo-based timing solution that puts big-race technology within reach of every race budget. Using phones or tablets you already have on hand, your race can now deliver the real-time data and finish line coverage once…

Timers Keep Your Races

July 20, 2026

Timers, Keep Your Races: Leveling Up Is No Longer Optional

This story — and others like it — illustrates the race retention problem timers face. Races don’t leave because of bad timing. They leave because a key contact moved on, a competitor made a more compelling case, or a relationship was never…

RaceDay Mobile V6

June 24, 2026

RaceDay Mobile Version 6 is Now Available

The RaceDay Mobile version 6 is now available. This release is a major update with a host of improvements and includes a rebranding, previously known as RaceDay Mobile Timing app. The new name reflects the app’s expanded role on race day. Beyond backup or manual…

June 23, 2026

RaceJoy Course Maps on Website V2

We have added a RaceJoy Course Map Component as yet another option on Website V2. If your event has RaceJoy enabled via one of our Timer Partners, this is a great interactive map that can have a ton of features built in…