Timemator Shortcuts Automation
Automatic time tracking app for Mac and iPhone featuring rule-based automation that starts timers when specific apps, files, or websites are active. Timemator works completely offline with three-pronged tracking: automatic activity timeline, rule-based auto-recording, and manual timers. Privacy-focused with no cloud data transmission.
Last updated: 2026-03-20 22:40
Overview
Timemator is an automatic time tracking app for Mac and iPhone that uses intelligent rules to automatically track time based on your activities, eliminating the need to manually start and stop timers.
Three-Pronged Tracking
1. Automatic Activity Timeline
Timemator automatically creates a timeline as you work, capturing what apps and files you use throughout the day.
2. Rule-Based Auto-Recording
Set up rules to automatically record time when:
- VS Code + specific project folder is open
- Particular website URL is active
- Specific app is in use
- Certain file types are accessed
3. Manual Timer
Manual timer available for one-off tasks that don't fit automatic rules.
Automation Examples
- Auto-track "Client A" project when working in designated folder
- Start "Design" timer when Figma is active
- Track "Writing" when specific documents are open
- Record "Research" time on certain websites
Privacy & Offline
- Works completely offline
- Respects your privacy
- No data sent anywhere
- All tracking stays on device
Platform Support
- macOS
- iOS (iPhone and iPad)
- Sync between devices
Use Cases
- Freelancers tracking billable hours
- Developers logging project time
- Knowledge workers analyzing time allocation
- Anyone who forgets to use manual timers
Key Advantage
Eliminates the burden of remember to start/stop timers by automatically detecting project context and recording time without user intervention.
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