Overview
Time tracking Chrome extensions add timer buttons directly into web-based tools like Asana, Trello, Jira, GitHub, and Gmail, enabling seamless time tracking without switching apps.
Key Features
- One-click timer start from any web app
- Auto-detection of project/task from page context
- Idle time detection
- Reminder notifications
- Keyboard shortcuts
- Icon badges showing running timers
- Works across tabs
- Syncs with mobile/desktop apps
Popular Extensions
- Integrates with 100+ web apps
- Auto-fills project and task
- Pomodoro timer built-in
- Free with Toggl account
Clockify Chrome Extension
- Unlimited tracking (free)
- Works offline
- Customizable keyboard shortcuts
- Calendar integration
Harvest Chrome Extension
- Quick timer from any page
- Smart project suggestions
- Expense tracking included
- Invoice generation
- Automatic time tracking option
- Computer activity monitoring
- Keyword-based categorization
- Detailed reports
actiTIME Assistant
- Fully automatic tracking of all online activities
- Privacy-focused (data stays local)
- No manual entry needed
- Platform usage analytics
Supported Integrations
- Project Management: Asana, Trello, Jira, ClickUp, Monday
- Development: GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket
- Design: Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud
- Communication: Gmail, Slack, Outlook Web
- Documentation: Google Docs, Notion, Confluence
Benefits
- Reduces friction in time entry (1 click vs. app switching)
- Improves tracking accuracy (easier to track = better data)
- Captures more billable hours
- Integrates into existing workflows
- Free with most time tracking subscriptions
Privacy Considerations
Extensions can see:
- URLs of pages visited
- Page content to detect projects/tasks
- Your time tracking data
Reputable providers encrypt data and have clear privacy policies.
Installation
Available in Chrome Web Store, typically free with time tracking account.
