Time Sink
Mac application that automatically tracks the time you spend in applications and their associated windows, providing detailed insights into how you use your Mac without requiring manual timers.
Last updated: 2026-03-16 13:06
Overview
Time Sink is a macOS application designed to help you understand where your time goes while using your Mac. It automatically records how long each app and individual windows within it are open and in the foreground.
Features
- Automatic App & Window Tracking - Tracks time spent in every app and window automatically
- Pools - Create groups of apps and windows to track related work together (e.g., all windows for a specific project)
- Ad-Hoc Timers - Automatically creates timers based on idle time and work sessions
- Detailed Reports - Always-updated usage reports with multiple sorting options
- Time Period Filtering - Easily change the time period displayed in reports
- Export Capabilities - Export data to text files for processing in other applications
- No Manual Input - Completely automatic tracking without needing to start/stop timers
- Window-Level Precision - Tracks individual windows within apps, not just applications
Use Cases
Ideal for:
- Understanding personal productivity patterns
- Tracking time spent on different projects
- Answering "what did I do today?"
- Freelancers monitoring billable time informally
- Anyone curious about their Mac usage habits
Platform
- macOS Only - Requires macOS 10.9 Mavericks or newer
- Available for free trial
- Also available on the Mac App Store
Privacy
- All data stored locally on your Mac
- No cloud sync or external data sharing
- Complete control over your usage data
Pricing
- Free trial available
- One-time purchase (no subscription)
- Available directly from Many Tricks and the Mac App Store
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