Track billable hours by client and project. No sign-up, no download — works right in your browser.
Scroll sideways to see all columns
| Date | Client | Project | Duration | Rate | Earnings |
|---|
No time entries yet. Start the timer or log time manually.
Last updated: July 2026
Tracking your time accurately is one of the most valuable habits a freelancer can build. It tells you how long projects actually take (versus how long you thought they would), helps you bill accurately for hourly work, and gives you the data to price future projects more confidently. This tracker runs entirely in your browser — no account, no download, no subscription.
Use the built-in timer for active work sessions: click start when you begin, stop when you finish, and the entry is logged automatically with the exact duration. Use manual entry when you need to log time after the fact — if you forgot to start the timer, or you're logging work done offline. Both methods save to the same log, so your records stay complete.
Not all time is billable. Client calls, project management, revision rounds you've included in a flat fee, and business development are all time costs that don't generate direct revenue. Tracking non-billable time alongside billable time gives you an accurate picture of your real effective hourly rate and shows you where time is being absorbed. Many freelancers are surprised to find that non-billable work accounts for 30 to 40% of their working hours — useful information for pricing decisions.
Over time, your time log becomes a valuable business asset. You'll be able to see which clients generate the most billable hours, which project types run over estimate and by how much, and what your average hourly earnings are across different work categories. Export your data as a CSV to review it in a spreadsheet or share specific time logs with clients who need detailed billing records.
If you consistently track time for a few months, you'll have concrete data to back up rate increases, scope limit discussions with clients, and decisions about which types of work to pursue more of. It's one of the simplest things you can do to run a more intentional freelance business.
Time tracking helps you bill accurately, understand how long different types of work take, improve project estimates, and spot if you're undercharging. Even if you charge flat project rates, tracking time reveals your effective hourly rate.
Yes. Knowing how long a fixed-price project actually takes tells you whether your pricing is accurate. Over time, this data improves your estimates and helps you avoid underpriced work.
Use a timer (like this one) that you start when you begin work and stop when you take breaks or switch tasks. Trying to reconstruct time from memory at the end of the day is much less accurate — even experienced freelancers underestimate by 20–30%.
Review it weekly. Look for tasks that consistently take longer than expected, time spent on non-billable work, and your overall billable percentage. Use these insights to improve estimates and identify where to be more efficient.
Pause your timer during interruptions. Only track time you're actively working on the project. If a client call happens mid-session, log it separately as billable or non-billable depending on whether it's in scope.
Yes — many clients appreciate a detailed time breakdown, especially on hourly projects. It builds trust and reduces invoice disputes. Export or screenshot your session data and include it with your invoice.
Session history is stored locally in your browser, so it persists between visits on the same device and browser. Clearing your browser data or switching devices will remove it, so export your data as CSV regularly if you need a permanent record.