Note: All Time Doctor Applications are available with all Time Doctor Subscription Plans. These can be accessed by all user access levels (Chrome Apps however needs further permission grants).
TL;DR:
- Web App: Analyze productivity, manage accounts, and view reports. No direct time tracking.
- Desktop App: Track time (interactive or automatic). No reporting or account editing.
- Chrome Extension: Track time inside integrated third-party apps.
- Browser App: Chrome-based alternative to desktop tracking.
- Mobile App: Track time on the go via Android or iOS.
Web App: Centralized Analytics & Account Management
Access the web app at https://2.timedoctor.com to:
- View Dashboards and Reports: Analyze tracked time, monitor team productivity, and identify trends.
- Manage Account Settings: Admins can adjust account details, configure user access levels, and modify settings.
Note: Time tracking cannot be performed directly in the web app. It is for post-tracking analysis and account management.
Desktop App: Time Tracking Engine
Download the desktop app from the Time Doctor website. Use it for daily time tracking:
- Track Time: Start or stop the work timer for projects or tasks.
- Manage Tasks (Optional): Select specific tasks and projects to categorize time.
Key Limitations
- Reports and settings cannot be edited in the desktop app.
- Editing features and analytics are only in the web app.
Versions of the Desktop App
Automatic App
- Runs silently in the background.
- Captures activity without interruptions.
Interactive App
- Offers manual control over time tracking.
- Supports two modes:
Task Mode:
Select a task before starting the timer. Ideal for detailed project tracking.
No Task Mode:
If you prefer a simpler approach, you can start and stop the timer without specifying a task. This is useful for general time tracking. 
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Chrome Extension: Integrated Time Tracking
Use the Chrome extension to track time directly within integrated workflow tools, streamlining task management.
Learn More: See how to use the Chrome extension here.
Browser App for Chrome: No Installation Needed
For Chrome OS or Chrome browser users, Time Doctor offers a browser-based app that eliminates desktop installation.
Tracking Modes
- Task Mode: Select a task before starting the timer.
- No Task Mode: Quickly start or stop the timer without selecting a task.
Install: Download from the Chrome Web Store.
Mobile App: Time Tracking Anywhere
Track work hours from Android or iOS devices:
- Start and stop time tracking.
- Optionally select tasks for better categorization.
Learn More: See installation and usage guides for Android and iOS.
Feature comparison between the applications
|
Desktop App (Interactive) |
Desktop App (Automatic) |
Chrome Extension |
Browser App for Chrome |
Mobile App |
|
|
Works as standalone |
Yes |
Yes |
No - Requires interactive desktop application |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Project & Task tracking |
Yes |
No |
N/A |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Web & App Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
No |
|
Screenshots |
Yes |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
No |
|
Keyboard and Mouse input monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
No |
|
Don’t time out on calls feature |
Yes |
Yes |
N/A |
Limited to web applications only |
No |
|
Single Sign on |
Yes |
N/A |
N/A |
Yes |
No |
|
Two-factor Authentication |
Yes |
N/A |
N/A |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Option for users to create tasks for themselves |
Yes |
N/A |
N/A |
Yes |
N/A |
|
Blur Screenshots |
Yes |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
No |
|
Screencast videos |
Yes |
Yes |
N/A |
No |
No |
|
3rd party integrations with project management platforms |
Yes - Requires Chrome Extension |
N/A |
Yes - Requires interactive desktop application |
Yes |
No |
|
Option to time out due to inactivity |
Yes |
Yes |
N/A |
Yes |
No |
|
Start tracking automatically when the employee logs on to their computer |
Yes |
Yes |
N/A |
No |
No |
|
Supported Operating Systems |
Windows 10 (64-bit) and above Mac OSX 10.16 Big Sur and above Ubuntu 22.04 LTS and above |
Windows 10 (64-bit) and above Ubuntu 22.04 LTS and above |
Latest Chrome Browser |
Latest Chrome Browser |
IOS 11 and above Android 12 and above |
Should there be any inconsistencies or concerns regarding the article, contact support@timedoctor.com for prompt assistance.