Overview:
TimeScribe is an open-source, 100% offline time tracking application for macOS and Windows. It is designed for freelancers, remote workers, and anyone who needs to log work hours without creating an account, paying a subscription, or sending data to the cloud. The application runs entirely on the local device, storing all tracking data in a local SQLite database. It provides one-click time tracking, project-level logging with billing rates, and automatic start/pause based on screen time and idle status.
Core Features:
One-Click Timer: Start, pause, and stop time tracking with a single click.
Project Tracking: Log time on specific projects with descriptions, hourly rates, and billing calculations.
Automatic Start/Pause: Timer automatically starts or pauses based on screen time and idle status.
Absence Planning: Plan and track absences such as vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Data Export: Export tracking data as PDF, Excel, or CSV for further analysis or reporting.
Deep-Link API: Control the timer from external tools like Shortcuts, Alfred, Raycast, or AutoHotkey using custom URL links (e.g.,
timescribe://start/work).
Use Cases:
Freelancers billing clients: Track time on specific projects with hourly rates for accurate invoicing.
Remote workers logging hours: Record work time without needing an account or cloud sync.
Personal productivity improvement: Analyze daily and weekly work patterns, including app usage and distractions.
Managing time off: Plan and track vacation, sick leave, and holidays directly within the application.
Why It Matters:
TimeScribe is a fully offline, GPL-3.0 licensed time tracker that requires no registration or cloud dependency. It offers practical features such as project-level billing, automatic idle detection, and a deep-link API for integration with other desktop tools. For developers and power users, it can be installed via Homebrew or WinGet, or built from source. The application stores all data locally in SQLite, with no built-in cloud sync or user accounts.
