How to Use Upwork Time Tracker: 1-Min Guide

How to Use Upwork Time Tracker

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May 12, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to log and track billable hours using the Upwork Desktop App.

Quick summary

The Upwork Time Tracker is a built-in tool within the Upwork Desktop App that lets freelancers log billable hours on hourly contracts by toggling a timer that automatically captures periodic screenshots to verify work activity.

Steps

Log in to the Upwork Desktop App and enter your credentials.
Select the hourly contract you want to log time for.
Toggle on the button to start logging time.
Allow the app to take periodic screenshots to document your work and track activity; toggle off the green button when taking breaks or finishing work.

📌 Why this matters

The Upwork Time Tracker is essential for freelancers working on hourly contracts because it provides transparent, verifiable proof of work through automatic screenshot capture and activity tracking. This built-in time logging tool ensures accurate billing by recording only the hours actively worked, protecting both freelancers and clients from billing disputes. For freelancers managing multiple hourly contracts, the simple toggle-based interface makes starting and stopping time tracking effortless, reducing administrative overhead. Accurate time tracking on Upwork directly impacts freelancer reputation, payment reliability, and long-term client trust.

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