FAQs
Who can benefit from time tracking?
Whether you're a contractor juggling multiple projects, an employee aiming for efficiency, a hobbyist working on passion projects, or a student wanting to manage homework time better, tracking your time with DoubleTime can transform the way you work. Here's how:
- Boost Your Productivity: Gain crystal-clear insight into how your hours are distributed throughout the day, week, or month, enabling you to manage your time more effectively.
- Enhance your Profitability: Eliminate guesswork by tracking every billable minute, ensuring you're adequately compensated for your efforts.
- Sharpen Your Estimates: Learn from past tasks to provide more accurate time and cost predictions for future ones.
- Improve Client Communication: Itemise your time to show clients exactly where their money is going, fostering transparency and trust.
- Set Clear Objectives: Identify precisely what needs to be done and when, so you can stay focused and organised.
What activities can I track with DoubleTime?
DoubleTime can handle any task or activity you want to track. Here are some examples that might resonate with you:
- Your daily commute to and from the office.
- Client meetings.
- Large-scale client projects.
- Smaller, high-priority tasks that arise throughout the day.
- Unexpected phone calls that divert your focus.
- Overtime hours at work.
- Research and personal development activities.
- Late-night work sessions in the shed.
- Bed-time reading.
While it's easy to track those long-running tasks, the smaller tasks that sidetrack you from your main objectives can cost you precious time.
We understand from experience that setting up a new task for each minor activity can be a hassle and counterproductive. That's why we've designed DoubleTime with a one-click start feature. No matter where you are or what pops up, you can track it instantly without the inconvenience, helping you stay focused and productive, so you can fill in the blanks later.
How do tags help me organise tasks?
At DoubleTIme, we believe in providing value to all our users. That's why we offer free accounts that include time tracking and task management with tagging and client association features, at no cost to you.
We also offer premium features, like invoicing, which require a subscription. Our premium tier allows you to take full advantage of all DoubleTime has to offer, helping you manage your time and work even more efficiently. Remember, investing in your productivity can pay off in the long run!
In essence, you're free to track your time and manage tasks without any cost. But to unlock the full potential of DoubleTime, consider trying our premium subscription with a 30-day free trial.
How can I generate an invoice from my tracked tasks?
Generating an invoice in DoubleTime is a straightforward process. When you're set to bill a client, navigate to the Invoices section and click 'Create Invoice' (+). After selecting your client, you can configure the invoice to suit your needs. You have the option to add line items manually or to automatically incorporate your uninvoiced tasks by clicking on "Import Tasks" and applying the necessary filters.
Can I track payments in DoubleTime?
Yes, you can! After sending an invoice, you can record when a payment is received right within DoubleTime. This allows you to keep all your payment records in the same place as your time tracking and invoicing data, simplifying your financial management. Just navigate to the relevant invoice and click 'Record Payment' to update the invoice status and keep track of your earnings.
When the full amount has been recorded, the invoice will automatically be marked as paid.
Can I upgrade to a subscription at a later date?
Absolutely! Upgrading to a premium DoubleTime subscription is flexible and straightforward, allowing you to enhance your experience at any time that suits you. Here's how you can make the switch when you're ready:
- Open the main menu via the hamburger icon and select 'Upgrade to Premium'.
- Access any premium feature, and a prompt to upgrade will appear.
- Click on 'Upgrade to Premium' in the user menu, accessible by clicking on the icon containing your initial in the top right corner.
Upon deciding to upgrade, you'll find the process as intuitive as using DoubleTime itself. The checkout process will guide you through selecting your preferred plan, entering your payment details, and confirming your subscription. Rest assured, we only collect the minimal billing information necessary to process your payment and efficiently manage your subscription.
Moreover, upgrading at a later date not only offers you the flexibility to familiarise yourself with DoubleTime's basic features but also ensures you can take advantage of our free trial offer at any point, provided you haven't yet enjoyed this benefit. This way, you can unlock the full suite of productivity tools and truly assess their value in enhancing your workflow.
Why is DoubleTime so cost-effective compared to other solutions?
We've built DoubleTime with a mission to democratise access to time tracking and invoicing tools. We believe that these crucial productivity tools should be accessible to everyone, regardless of the financial challenges of today's world.
By keeping our operations lean and focusing on delivering the essential features with a high degree of efficiency, we're able to offer DoubleTime at an affordable price point. This doesn't mean we've compromised on the quality or effectiveness of our tool — we're just passionate about providing value without contributing to the financial burden of inflation.
We believe that with DoubleTime, you can track your time, invoice accurately and boost your productivity without breaking the bank.
Can I install DoubleTime on my Android or iPhone?
Absolutely, you can! For the best user experience, we highly recommend installing DoubleTime as a Progressive Web Application (PWA) on your device.
A PWA, or Progressive Web Application, is a cutting-edge technology that allows web apps to function seamlessly on any device with a modern web browser. The advantage of using a PWA is that you can install it directly onto your device, making DoubleTime as accessible as any native app. Say goodbye to the hassle of navigating to our website every time you need to manage your tasks—simply tap the DoubleTime icon on your home screen, and you're all set!
For Chrome Users — recommended for best PWA experience
- Open your Chrome browser and navigate to the DoubleTime app.
- Tap on the menu icon ().
- Select 'Install' from the menu.
- Alternatively, within DoubleTime, click on the menu icon () in the upper-left corner and click 'Install to Device'.
- Once installed, you can open DoubleTime directly from your app drawer.
For Firefox Users
- Open Firefox on your mobile device and navigate to the DoubleTime app.
- Tap on the menu icon ().
- Select 'Install' from the menu.
- Once installed, you can open DoubleTime directly from your app drawer.
Now, you can enjoy the convenience of accessing DoubleTime directly from your home screen!
What information do we collect and store?
At DoubleTime, your privacy is paramount. We only collect essential information necessary to personalise your account and to communicate with you about account matters.
When it comes to your tasks, we gather certain information such as the summary, notes and tags. But be assured this data is kept private within your account.
For users opting for our premium features, we will need to collect a few additional details for billing purposes. Rest assured, we handle this sensitive information with the highest security standards.
We are committed to transparency and respect for your data. For a more comprehensive understanding of what we collect and how we use it, please check out our Privacy Policy.
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