Time Tracking Spreadsheet Templates

Overview

Time tracking spreadsheet templates are free, downloadable timesheet formats available for Excel, Google Sheets, Word, and PDF. These templates provide a simple, accessible way to track time without specialized software, with auto-calculation features built in.

Available Template Types

• Daily Timesheets: Track hours for a single day
• Weekly Timesheets: Most common format for tracking work hours
• Biweekly Timesheets: Two-week tracking for biweekly pay periods
• Monthly Timesheets: Full month time tracking
• Project Timesheets: Track time by project or client
• Employee Timesheets: Templates for multiple employees
• Attorney/Legal Timesheets: Specialized for legal billing

Key Features

Timesheet spreadsheets typically include:

• Auto-calculation of hours and wages
• Columns for project/task names
• Editable formulas and formatting
• Date ranges and pay periods
• Overtime calculations
• Customizable fields

Popular Sources

• MyHours: Offers free Excel timesheet templates plus Google Sheets, Word & PDF versions
• TrackingTime: Provides free templates for teams, freelancers, and project-based work
• Toggl Track: All Google Sheets templates are free to copy, share, and print
• Quidlo: Specialized Google Sheets templates with customization options
• Clockify: Spreadsheet time tracking with template downloads

Benefits

• Free: No software purchase required
• Familiar Interface: Most people know Excel or Google Sheets
• Customizable: Easy to modify for specific needs
• No Learning Curve: Intuitive for most users
• Universal Access: Works on any device with spreadsheet software

Limitations

• Manual data entry required
• No automatic tracking
• Limited reporting compared to dedicated software
• No integrations with other tools
• Prone to human error

Use Cases

• Small businesses with simple time tracking needs
• Freelancers tracking project hours
• Organizations with limited budgets
• Teams wanting full control over their tracking format
• Temporary or seasonal time tracking needs