Overview
Time for Slack (Timebot) is a dedicated time tracking solution that operates entirely within Slack, providing comprehensive time tracking, reporting, and project management capabilities through conversational commands and slash commands.
Features
- In-Chat Time Tracking: Track time without leaving Slack
- Conversational Interface: Natural language commands for logging time
- Project Assignment: Categorize time by project, client, or task
- Timer Functionality: Start/stop timers for real-time tracking
- Manual Time Entry: Log past hours retroactively
- Reporting: Generate time reports directly in Slack
- Export Capabilities: Export data for billing and payroll
- Team Visibility: Managers can view team time entries
- Integrations: Connect with project management and invoicing tools
- Notifications: Reminders to log time or stop running timers
How It Works
Users interact with Timebot through:
- Slash Commands: Quick commands like
/time start and /time stop
- Natural Language: Type messages like "track 2 hours on Project X"
- Interactive Messages: Button-based interfaces for common actions
- Direct Messages: Private time tracking conversations with the bot
Key Capabilities
Time Tracking
- Real-time timer with start/stop functionality
- Manual entry for completed work
- Edit and delete time entries
- Notes and descriptions for context
Project Management
- Organize time by projects and clients
- Track billable vs. non-billable hours
- Set hourly rates for billing calculations
Reporting
- Daily, weekly, monthly time summaries
- Project-based reports
- Team productivity reports
- Export to CSV or integrate with billing systems
Benefits
- No Context Switching: Track time where work conversations happen
- High Adoption: Teams already use Slack constantly
- Real-Time Data: Immediate visibility into time allocation
- Simple Interface: No complex UI to learn
- Mobile Access: Works on Slack mobile apps
Use Cases
- Agencies tracking billable client hours
- Remote teams using Slack as primary communication tool
- Consultants needing lightweight time tracking
- Teams who have struggled with standalone time tracking adoption
- Organizations wanting to minimize tool sprawl
Integration
Timebot can integrate with:
- Invoice and billing platforms
- Project management tools
- Payroll systems (via export)
- Accounting software
Available exclusively for Slack workspaces.
Pricing
Check Timebot website for current pricing tiers based on team size and features.
