The ActivTrak alternative: DeskTime

Get started fast. DeskTime is easy to set up, simple to use, and built for busy teams.

What is ActivTrak?

ActivTrak provides teams with detailed data on tools, websites, and activity to help them gain a deeper understanding of how work gets done. It’s packed with powerful insights, though getting everything set up and running smoothly can take some time.

Why look for an ActivTrak alternative?

ActivTrak has solid features for tracking and analytics, but its complexity can be a lot for new users. With so many options, getting started can take time, so it’s not ideal if you want something more straightforward.

If you'd rather keep things simple, DeskTime’s easy-to-use interface makes onboarding a breeze and keeps productivity tracking hassle-free.

DeskTime vs. ActivTrak

Automatic time tracking
Admin dashboard
User dashboard
ISO compliance
Exports
Notifications
Attendance management
Scheduling
Capacity planning
Office space planning

Why switch from ActivTrak to DeskTime?

DeskTime is a good ActivTrak alternative for larger teams looking to improve productivity and streamline processes with a focus on simplicity and ease of use.

Hassle-free time tracking

Let the tracking begin the moment your employee opens their computer. Automatic tracking is so seamless, they won't even notice it.

User-friendly experience

DeskTime is known for its easy setup and minimalistic design. While ActivTrak offers extensive features, DeskTime prioritizes a straightforward approach to time tracking.

DeskTime is ISO certified

User data privacy is crucial when choosing an employee time tracking tool. Unlike ActivTrak, DeskTime has received ISO 27001 & ISO 27701 certifications.

A time tracker that won’t interrupt your team’s workflow. Ever.

Forget manual entries and distractions. With DeskTime, time tracking runs on autopilot—zero effort needed.

How DeskTime works

With DeskTime, you can see your employees' arrival and departure times, analyze their productivity, schedule shifts, oversee absences, maintain a healthy work-life balance, keep track of specific projects, and more.

Sign Up
Create an account and download the DeskTime app
Add your team details
Add your employees individually or in batches and sort them into teams
Start tracking!
Read this article on how to use our time tracking tool and communicate it to your employees.

DeskTime key features

Here’s why DeskTime is the perfect choice for teams that want to keep track of their work.

  • Reports and exports

    Get a quick overview of your team’s work with DeskTime reports, and easily export your data for sharing or deeper analysis with other advanced tools.

  • Customisable settings

    DeskTime knows that sometimes time tracking calls for an individual approach. User-level settings will let you adapt to each team member's unique workflow.

  • Schedules and absences

    Put an end to countless HR tools and have everything in one place with DeskTime’s Work Schedule and Absence calendars. Workforce management made easy.

Reports and exports

Get a quick overview of your team’s work with DeskTime reports, and easily export your data for sharing or deeper analysis with other advanced tools.

Customisable settings

DeskTime knows that sometimes time tracking calls for an individual approach. User-level settings will let you adapt to each team member's unique workflow.

Schedules and absences

Put an end to countless HR tools and have everything in one place with DeskTime’s Work Schedule and Absence calendars. Workforce management made easy.

What industries is DeskTime suited for?

Find out which industries can get the most out of DeskTime’s easy time tracking and productivity tools.

Outsourcing & offshoring

DeskTime offers transparency and accurate data across time zones. Time tracking boosts accountability and optimizes project management for global teams.

Marketing & creative agencies

DeskTime automates time tracking, helping agencies efficiently log billable hours, manage workloads, and ensure transparent, profitable client projects.

Financial services

DeskTime supports regulatory compliance, accurate client billing, and project profitability, ensuring transparent and optimized operations. Ideal for audits in finance sector companies.

Team onboarding made easy

Learn how to get started with DeskTime

Built to meet global standards

DeskTime follows strict international data and information security standards, ensuring a smooth, safe, and reliable time tracking experience for every user.

ISO 27001 compliant

Our practices align with ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 standards, ensuring robust information and privacy management across our systems.

GDPR compliant

The services provided by DeskTime and the data generated using the application comply with the rules set by GDPR.

Privacy policy

Visit our Privacy Policy to learn what data we collect, how we use it, and how we protect your privacy.

Data encryption

All data that DeskTime users share with our servers is encrypted both in transit and at rest by default.

Two-factor authentication

Users can add an extra layer of security to their account by enabling two-factor authentication in their profile settings.

Backups and reliability

With a system uptime of 99.95%, DeskTime ensures maximum reliability through continuous, restorable backups.

Don’t take our word for it

Want to hear from our users? Discover their reviews on G2.

Book a 1:1 introduction call

Planning to onboard a large team of 10+ users?

Schedule a chat with our product expert to learn how DeskTime can be tailored to fit your needs and requirements.

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Fill out the form
Start the booking process with basic info about your company.
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Schedule your call
Choose a date and time that works for you.
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Answer a few additional questions
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All set!
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Want to explore other time tracking tools?

Here are some other popular productivity and time tracking tools.

Time Doctor

Time Doctor is a good choice if you need detailed proof of work, with minimal employee engagement with the platform.

Clockify

Clockify suits teams that don't mind a bit more manual input for accurate time tracking. It will benefit smaller teams and freelancers.

Insightful

Insightful offers extensive employee monitoring and activity tracking, ideal for companies needing deep workforce oversight.