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
Caution: Due to privacy and compliance requirements, the Time Doctor mobile app does not track or collect data from the phone itself. It only records the hours tracked while the mobile timer is running and does not capture apps, content, or other phone activity.
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.