Getting Started

Welcome to Hourly! Our intuitive time tracking app helps you manage your work hours, track multiple projects, and generate professional reports. Here's everything you need to know to make the most of your time tracking experience.

How Hourly Works

Hourly is designed to make time tracking effortless. Simply start a timer when you begin working, add notes about your tasks, and stop when you're done. Your sessions are automatically organized by project, making it easy to see where your time goes and generate reports for clients or personal review.

Quick Setup Guide

  • Step 1: Download Hourly from the App Store
  • Step 2: Tap "Start" to begin tracking your time
  • Step 3: Tap "Stop" when you're finished working
  • Step 4: Fill in session details (select/create project, add notes)
  • Step 5: Save your session

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I track time for multiple projects?
Hourly allows you to create unlimited projects. Simply tap the project selector when starting a new session to choose which project you're working on. You can easily switch between projects throughout your day.
Can I edit sessions after they're completed?
Yes! You can edit any session by tapping on it in your history. Adjust the start/end times, change the project, update notes, or delete sessions as needed. This helps ensure your time records are always accurate.
How do I generate reports?
Navigate to the History tab and tap the export button. You can generate PDF reports for specific date ranges and projects. Reports include detailed session breakdowns, total hours, and earnings calculations if you've set hourly rates.
Is my data synced across devices?
Yes! When you sign in with your account, all your time tracking data is automatically synced across your iOS devices through our secure cloud service. Your projects, sessions, and settings stay up-to-date everywhere.
What are session notes for?
Session notes help you remember what you worked on during each time period. They're especially useful when generating reports for clients or reviewing your productivity. You can add or edit notes at any time.

Key Features

Project Management

  • Create unlimited projects with custom colors and icons
  • Set individual hourly rates for each project
  • Archive completed projects to keep your list organized
  • View project statistics and total hours tracked

Time Tracking

  • One-tap timer start/stop functionality
  • Pause and resume sessions as needed
  • Add detailed notes to each session
  • Manual session entry for past work

Reporting

  • Generate professional PDF reports
  • Filter by date range and projects
  • Include session details and notes
  • Calculate total hours and earnings automatically

Troubleshooting

Timer Not Starting

  • Ensure you have selected a project first
  • Check that you don't have another active session running
  • Try restarting the app if the issue persists

Sync Issues

  • Verify you're signed in to your account
  • Check your internet connection
  • Go to Settings and tap "Sync Now" to force a sync
  • Try signing out and signing back in if issues persist

Report Generation Problems

  • Make sure you have sessions in the selected date range
  • Check that the selected projects have tracked time
  • Ensure you have sufficient storage space on your device

Tips for Effective Time Tracking

  • Be Consistent: Start your timer as soon as you begin working
  • Use Projects: Organize your work by client or task type
  • Add Notes: Brief descriptions help when reviewing your time
  • Review Regularly: Check your weekly/monthly reports to understand your productivity patterns
  • Set Rates: Include hourly rates to automatically calculate earnings

Privacy & Security

Your privacy is our top priority. All your time tracking data is encrypted and stored securely in the cloud. We never share your personal information or time tracking data with third parties. For complete details, please review our Privacy Policy.

System Requirements

  • iOS 17.0 or later
  • iPhone or iPad
  • Approximately 50 MB of storage space
  • Internet connection for cloud sync (optional)

Still Need Help?

Our support team is here to assist you with any questions or issues.

Email: support@furwise.app

We typically respond within 24-48 hours

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