Stop Chasing Employees for Timesheets

Timesheet software is a tool that automatically records employee working hours and organizes them into timesheets for payroll processing, client billing, and labor law compliance. Unlike paper timesheets or spreadsheets, timesheet software like HiveDesk captures time data automatically — eliminating manual entry, reducing errors, and saving hours of administrative work every pay period.

Employees start the HiveDesk timer using the desktop app (Windows, macOS, Linux), mobile app (iOS), or Chrome browser extension. The software records hours by task and project, takes periodic screenshots for activity verification, and automatically generates timesheets. Managers review and approve timesheets through a built-in workflow, then export approved data as Excel or PDF for payroll or client invoicing.

HiveDesk costs $5 per user per month — one plan that includes every feature. No tiers, no hidden fees, no per-feature upsells. You get automated timesheets, approval workflows, time tracking, screenshots, scheduling, attendance, leave management, task tracking, and reporting. There is a free 14-day trial with no credit card required.

HiveDesk is a complete workforce management platform, not just a timesheet tool. You get automated timesheets with approval workflows, employee scheduling, attendance and leave management, activity monitoring with screenshots, and real-time dashboards — all for $5/user/month. Harvest charges $11/user. QuickBooks Time starts at $6/user plus a $20 base fee. Clockify charges $3.99-$11.99/user for comparable features.

Yes. HiveDesk includes a built-in timesheet approval workflow where managers review employee timesheets before they are used for payroll or billing. Managers can edit time entries if needed, approve or reject timesheets, and export only approved timesheets for processing. This ensures data integrity and accountability.

Approved timesheets can be exported as Excel (CSV) or PDF files. The Excel export works with any payroll software — simply import the data for processing. PDF exports are useful for client-facing reports and audit documentation.

Yes. HiveDesk is designed for remote, hybrid, and in-office teams. Remote employees track time using the desktop or mobile app from anywhere. The iOS app includes GPS location tracking for field workers. All data flows into the same dashboard and timesheets regardless of where employees work.

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires employers to keep accurate records of hours worked. Many states have additional overtime, break, and record-keeping requirements. HiveDesk automatically tracks work hours, overtime, breaks, attendance, and time-off — creating an audit-ready record that satisfies federal and state labor law requirements.

Any business that pays hourly employees or bills clients by the hour benefits from automated timesheets. Common industries include contact centers, BPO operations, marketing agencies, consulting firms, law firms, accounting practices, IT support teams, staffing agencies, architecture firms, and e-commerce customer support operations.

Yes. HiveDesk tracks billable hours by client and project. Approved timesheets provide an accurate record of work completed, and screenshot reports give clients verifiable proof. You can export timesheet data to generate invoices, reducing billing disputes and improving cash flow.

HiveDesk integrates with Asana for project and task management — you can track time directly inside Asana tasks, and the data flows into your HiveDesk timesheets automatically. Timesheet data exports to Excel and PDF for use with any payroll or accounting software.

Yes. HiveDesk offers a 14-day free trial with full access to every feature. No credit card required. You can add your team, track time, generate timesheets, test the approval workflow, and evaluate every feature before deciding.