Track Employee Hours Automatically — Accurate to the Minute
Stop chasing timesheets. WorkComposer records worked hours automatically, so payroll, billing, and capacity planning run on real data instead of estimates.
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How to Track Employee Hours
To track employee hours, teams use automatic time-tracking software that records start and stop times, idle time, and activity — replacing manual timesheets with an accurate, verifiable record of hours worked. WorkComposer captures hours the moment work starts, so you never rely on memory or after-the-fact estimates.
Whether your team is in one office or spread across time zones, WorkComposer gives you a single, trustworthy source of truth for how many hours were worked, on what, and when.
Two Ways to Track Employee Hours
WorkComposer supports both automatic and manual hour tracking, so every minute is captured — even for offline work.
1. Automatic desktop tracking
The lightweight desktop app records worked time in the background from the moment an employee starts tracking. It runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux, and keeps working offline — syncing automatically when the connection returns.
2. Manual time entry
For meetings, calls, or offline work, employees can add manual time entries. Administrators control whether manual time is allowed, can require approval, and can require a project or task on each entry.
What WorkComposer Captures
Tracked hours come with context, so a number is never just a number.
- Worked minutes: Precise start/stop time recorded automatically.
- Idle time: Inactivity is detected and the timer auto-pauses, so idle minutes don't inflate the total. Learn about idle time tracking →
- Apps & websites: See which applications and sites were used during tracked hours.
- Screenshots (optional): Periodic screenshots for visual context, with organization-wide blurring available on Premium for privacy. See time tracking with screenshots →
Reports Managers Actually Use
Turn tracked hours into decisions. WorkComposer rolls raw time into clear reports you can review on screen or export.
Attendance & timesheets
See who worked, when, and for how long. Export attendance and timesheet reports as PDF for payroll and record-keeping.
Overview & productivity
Break hours down by team, project, and activity to see where time actually goes and spot bottlenecks early.
Track Employee Hours From $3.99 per User
Automatic time tracking, idle detection, app and website usage, screenshots, and reports are all included on the Standard plan at $3.99/user/month (billed annually; $4.99 monthly). Start free — no credit card required.
Track Employee Hours FAQ
How do I track employee hours?
The most accurate way is automatic time-tracking software. Employees install a lightweight desktop app that records start/stop times, idle time, and activity in the background. WorkComposer then rolls those hours into attendance, timesheet, and productivity reports — no manual timesheets required.
Can WorkComposer track hours automatically?
Yes. The desktop app records worked time automatically from the moment tracking starts, on Windows, macOS, and Linux. It continues working offline and syncs when the connection returns, so no hours are lost.
Can employees add or edit their tracked hours?
Employees can add manual time entries for offline work or meetings when administrators allow it. Admins can require approval for manual entries, limit how far back entries can be dated, and require a project or task on each one — so the record stays accurate and auditable.
Does idle time get counted as worked hours?
No. WorkComposer detects inactivity and automatically pauses the timer, so idle minutes are excluded from worked hours. Idle time is also reported as a percentage so you can see active work at a glance.
Is automatic time tracking legal?
Tracking employee hours is legal in most jurisdictions when done transparently and with employee awareness. WorkComposer is built for ethical monitoring: employees can be given access to their own data, and privacy features like screenshot blurring help you comply with regulations such as GDPR. Always follow the laws that apply in your region.
How much does it cost to track employee hours with WorkComposer?
The Standard plan is $3.99 per user per month billed annually ($4.99 monthly) and includes automatic time tracking, idle detection, app and website usage, screenshots, and reports. A free 7-day trial is available with no credit card required.
Explore More of WorkComposer
Count only active work, not time away.
Billable hours →Turn tracked time into accurate client invoices.
Time tracking with screenshots →Add visual proof of work to tracked hours.
Plans & pricing →From $3.99/user/month. Cancel anytime.
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