Electronic Vessel Trip Reporting Software Options

You may choose to use any of the following appropriate software apps to submit your eVTRs. If an application is authorized for multiple programs, submitting one report using that application will make you compliant with the reporting requirements of each of those programs.

Use this eVTR decision tree to help you decide if you need to use eVTR and what eVTR option to use.

If you are new to using eVTRs, you can get help by clicking the following link: How Do I Get Started With eVTRs?

eVTR App Authorization Summary

*    Fish Online Web does not work with Internet Explorer

**  FLDRS is not accepting new commercial participants except for vessels in ITQ clam fisheries

*** Pending GARFO recertification

NOTE: Be aware that applications that work on iOS (iPhone or iPad), Android (phone or tablet), and Windows 10 do not require an Internet connection at sea.  An internet connection (WiFi or cell network) is required in order to submit the report. 

GARFO: Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office

NEFSC: Northeast Fisheries Science Center

ACCSP: Atlantic Coastal Cooperative Statistics Program

SERO: Southeast Regional Office

HMS: Highly Migratory Species

GARFO: Fish Online

Fish Online provides cross-platform electronic reporting of fishing activity data. Fish Online offers two different options for electronic reporting: 

1. Fish Online eVTR App for iOS
2. Fish Online Web App

1. Fish Online eVTR App for iOS

Use the Fish Online eVTR App for iOS on Apple tablets and iPhones. Download the app from the Apple store by searching for "NOAA Fish Online”.

• NOAA Fish Online for iOS App How-To Card (provides basic assistance for using the NOAA Fish Online app)
• How to Complete a Commercial eVTR Using Fish Online eVTR App for iOS
• How to Complete a For-hire eVTR Using Fish Online eVTR App for iOS
• How to Complete a Private Recreational eVTR Using Fish Online eVTR App for iOS

2. Fish Online Web App

Access the Fish Online Web App using Safari, Chrome, or Mozilla. Sign in to the Fish Online webpage using your username and password and navigate to the VTR / IVR Reporting menu. You may use the Fish Online web app in a web browser or use the Install option to install the app directly onto your computer, phone, or tablet. When you use the installed app, you may complete your trip report without an internet connection; however, an internet connection is required to submit the data.

• How to Complete a Commercial eVTR Using Fish Online eVTR Web App
• How to Complete a For-hire eVTR Using Fish Online eVTR Web App
• How to Complete a Private Recreational eVTR Using Fish Online eVTR Web App

GARFO Fish Online Requirements

• Vessel operators (non-owners) must have a Fish Online user account to use any of the Fish Online applications.
• Vessel owners must have a Fish Online user account to access the Fish Online system and to use the Fish Online eVTR applications.
• For assistance or to obtain NOAA Fish Online log-in information, call (978) 281-9188 or email the GARFO Vessel Reporting Helpdesk.
• How to Create a Fish Online Account and Link to a Vessel

NEFSC: Fisheries Logbook and Data Recording Software (FLDRS) - Study Fleet Vessels Only

FLDRS collects high resolution fisheries data for research while also satisfying eVTR requirements. 

NOTE: At this time, FLDRS is the only eVTR option available for vessels on a Clam ITQ trip.

Commercial operators interested in enrolling in the Cooperative Research Program should email the Northeast Fisheries Science Center  or call us at (508) 495-2121.

ACCSP: eTrips

SAFIS eTrips provides cross-platform electronic reporting of fishing activity data. eTrips offers two different options for electronic reporting:

1. eTrips/mobile v2
2. eTrips Online

1. eTrips/mobile v2

Use eTrips/mobile v2 on smart phones and tablets on both Apple and Android platforms, and also on PCs and laptops running Windows 10. 

• Download the application to your tablet from the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or Microsoft Store (Start Menu).
• Tips for Completing a For-Hire eVTR on the eTrips/Mobile v.2 App
• For assistance or to obtain SAFIS log-in information, call the eTrips Helpdesk at (800) 984-0810 or email SAFIS eTrips Support.

2.  eTrips Online

Use eTrips Online on any internet browser; eTrips Online is the web version of ACCSP’s eTrips app.

• eTrips Online requires an Internet connection at all times. 
• Access eTrips Online through the SAFIS portal  on the ACCSP web site.
• For assistance or to obtain log-in information, call the eTrips Helpdesk at (800) 984-0810 or email SAFIS eTrips Support.

Teem Fish Monitoring: Elog Software

eLog provides electronic reporting of fishing activity data on Android tablets.

• Download the app to your 10" Android Tablet from the Google Play Store.
• To log in to eLog, use your NOAA Fish Online credentials.
• For eLog assistance, contact Miranda Finch or Paul Jeffries.
• For assistance with your Fish Online credentials, call (978) 281-9188 or email the GARFO Vessel Reporting Helpdesk.

Harbor Light Software: eFIN

eFIN provides electronic reporting of fishing activity data for federally-permitted private recreational tilefish vessels. Use eFIN on smart phones and tablets on both the Apple and Android platforms.

• Download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
• Tips for Completing an eFIN Recreational Tilefish eVTR
• For eFIN assistance, call the Harbor Light Helpdesk at (800) 984-0810 or email eFIN support. 
• To log on to eFIN, use NOAA Fish Online log-in information, call (978) 281-9188, or email GARFO Vessel Reporting Helpdesk to create a Fish Online account. 

Real Time Data: Deckhand Pro

Deckhand Pro provides electronic reporting of fishing activity data on iPads.

• Download the app onto your iPad from the Apple App Store.
• To log in to Deckhand, use your NOAA Fish Online credentials in conjunction with your Deckhand account.
• For Deckhand assistance, use the Contact Deckhand Support menu option within the app, visit the Deckhand webpage and click Contact Us, or contact Deckhand via telephone at (888) 210-3117.
• Create a Deckhand account using the Deckhand app.
• For assistance with your Fish Online credentials, call (978) 281-9188 or email the GARFO Vessel Reporting Helpdesk.
• Click here for information about instructional webinars for Deckhand Pro.

More Information

• Vessel Trip Reporting in the Greater Atlantic Region