Task Timer

What is a task timer?

A task timer is a simple productivity tool that helps you track the exact amount of time you spend on a specific task or activity.

How it works?

• You start the timer when you begin working on a task.
• It runs continuously (like a stopwatch) until you pause or stop it.
• At the end, it shows you the total time spent (e.g., 47 minutes and 12 seconds on "Write quarterly report").
• Optional: download a PDF or CSV file with your entries

Common uses of task trackers

• Personal productivity — Tracking how long tasks actually take (many people underestimate this).
• Time blocking / Pomodoro — Often combined with techniques like Pomodoro (25 minutes focused work + short break).
• Freelancers & consultants — Logging billable hours accurately for clients.
• Students — Measuring study sessions or time spent on assignments.
• Teams — In project management tools, to analyze where time is going.

Benefits of the online time tracker

• Can reduce procrastination (starting the timer often gets you moving).
• Reveals how much time tasks really take (great for better planning).
• Increases focus by creating a sense of accountability.
• Provides data to improve estimates for future tasks.
• Helps identify time-wasters.

Example of how to the task timer works:

• You have a task: “Prepare slides for meeting”.
• You click Start on your task timer at 9:15 AM.
• You work, take a short break (pause the timer), then continue.
• At 10:42 AM, you stop it → Total: 1 hour 12 minutes.