What is EARLY?
Tired of time tracking that feels like homework? EARLY is a refreshingly simple time tracking app designed to disappear into your workflow—not add to it. Built with privacy and ease in mind, EARLY automatically logs how you spend your day while staying fully GDPR-compliant, so you never have to worry about surveillance or data leaks.
Whether you're a solo freelancer, a growing team, or a large enterprise, EARLY helps you capture every billable minute, manage PTO seamlessly, and uncover real productivity insights—without the headache. With tools like an optional physical tracker, AI-powered automation, and one-click timers, it turns time tracking from a chore into something you might actually enjoy.
What are the features of EARLY?
- Automated Time Tracker: Silently records app and document usage in the background—100% private and GDPR-safe.
- Physical Time Tracker (The Tracker): A fun, flip-style hardware device that starts/stops tracking with a tap—no screens needed.
- PTO & Leave Management: See who’s off, track vacation days, and plan coverage—all in one clear view.
- Billable Hours Tracker: Accurately log and report client hours to boost invoicing and revenue.
- AI Time Tracker: Smart suggestions help categorize time entries and fill gaps automatically.
- Quicktrack Keyboard Shortcut: Start/stop timers or add notes instantly from any app with a global hotkey.
- 3000+ Integrations: Syncs smoothly with tools you already use—from calendars to payroll and project software.
- Productivity Insights: See where time really goes and spot inefficiencies before they cost you.
What are the use cases of EARLY?
- An agency increases billable hours by 25% by capturing every client minute without manual entry.
- An IT team saves 10+ hours weekly by automating timesheets and eliminating follow-up emails.
- A freelancer doubles revenue while working fewer hours by identifying and cutting unproductive tasks.
- Enterprises ensure compliance with overtime and labor laws using centralized work-hour monitoring.
- Small businesses streamline payroll and PTO management in a single, intuitive dashboard.
- Consultants improve profitability by 20% through accurate project time tracking and reporting.
- Remote teams stay aligned with shared dashboards showing real-time progress and availability.
How to use EARLY?
- Download the desktop app (Windows or Mac) or mobile app to start tracking across all devices.
- Enable automatic tracking to log app and document activity privately in the background.
- Use the Quicktrack shortcut (like Ctrl+Shift+T) to instantly start/stop timers from any program.
- Flip the physical Tracker on your desk to begin or pause time tracking—great for focus sessions.
- Set up leave types (vacation, sick days, etc.) in the PTO manager for seamless team planning.
- Connect EARLY to your existing tools (Google Calendar, Slack, QuickBooks, etc.) via built-in integrations.
