RescueTime
What does it do?
- Time Tracking
- Productivity Insights
- Goal Setting
- Distraction Blocking
- Workflow Streamlining
How is it used?
- Install app on devices; tracks usage; provides productivity reports.
- 1. Install app on computer & mobile
- 2. Track usage w/o manual input
- 3. Set goals & receive alerts
- 4. Access on web
Who is it good for?
- Remote Workers
- Productivity Enthusiasts
- Small Business Owners
- Freelancers
- Students
Details & Features
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Made By
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Released On
2008-10-24
RescueTime is a comprehensive time management and productivity tool that automatically tracks how users spend their time on computers, mobile devices, and websites. It provides detailed insights into daily activities, helping individuals understand and control their time usage, set goals, and build better habits.
Key Features:
- Automatic Time Tracking: Tracks application usage, website visits, and specific document usage without requiring manual input or timers.
- Productivity Insights: Categorizes activities as productive, neutral, or distracting, providing detailed reports on time usage patterns and identifying areas for improvement.
- Goal Setting: Allows users to set custom goals for time allocation, such as reducing email usage or dedicating more hours to specific tasks.
- Focus Sessions: Offers a distraction-blocking feature called FocusTime, which prevents access to distracting websites during set periods.
- Offline Time Tracking: Enables users to log offline activities, such as meetings, phone calls, and breaks, to get a complete picture of their day.
- Real-Time Alerts: Provides instant feedback when users spend too much time on distractions or achieve their goals.
- Integrations: Connects with various apps and services to streamline workflows.
How it works:
1. Users install the RescueTime app on their computer and mobile devices.
2. The app tracks application usage, website visits, and specific document usage without manual input.
3. RescueTime categorizes activities and provides detailed reports on time usage patterns.
4. Users set custom goals and receive real-time alerts to help them stay on track.
Integrations:
IFTTT, Slack, Microsoft Office, Google Calendar
Use of AI:
No information provided about the use of AI in RescueTime.
AI foundation model:
No information provided about AI foundation models used in RescueTime.
Target users:
- Individuals looking to improve their productivity and time management skills
- Teams and organizations seeking to enhance productivity and streamline workflows
How to access:
RescueTime is available as a web app on the RescueTime website, mobile apps for Android and iOS devices, and browser extensions for Chrome and Firefox.
Pricing:
- Free (Lite): Offers core functionality with limited data history.
- Premium: Offers additional features, including unlimited data history, custom alerts, and FocusTime distraction blocker, starting at $9 per month or $78 per year.
- Team Plan: Available for organizations, starting at $6 per person per month.
Reviews and Ratings:
- PCMag: 5-star rating and Editor's Choice
- Google Play Store: 3.6-star rating
- Chrome Web Store: 4.3-star rating
Additional Information:
- Customer Support: Available through the website, email, and phone
- Data Privacy: RescueTime complies with GDPR and DPA regulations, ensuring user data privacy and security
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Supported ecosystemsWindows, macOS, Apple, Linux, Android, Google, Chrome, Firefox, iOS, Android, - Slack - Microsoft, Microsoft Office - Google, Google Calendar - Android, Google - iOS, Apple - Chrome, Google - Firefox, Slack, Microsoft, Microsoft Office, Google, Android, Google, iOS, Apple, Chrome, Firefox
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What does it do?Time Tracking, Productivity Insights, Goal Setting, Distraction Blocking, Workflow Streamlining
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Who is it good for?Remote Workers, Productivity Enthusiasts, Small Business Owners, Freelancers, Students
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