ActivityWatch
The best free and open-source automated time tracker. Cross-platform, extensible, privacy-focused.
Why it is included
The best free and open-source automated time tracker. Cross-platform, extensible, privacy-focused.
Best for
Users exploring vetted FOSS alternatives in this space (time management).
Strengths
- ~17,153 GitHub stars (per upstream list)
- Open source
Limitations
- Verify license, platform support, and security posture for your environment.
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