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Mac menu bar timer

A time tracker that lives in your Mac menu bar

Hourtick's native Mac app puts the running time next to your clock — 1:23, or Tue 1:23 if the entry belongs to another day. Click it to start, stop, switch or edit; never open a browser tab to track time again.

How it works

  1. Click the Hourtick icon (or press ⌃⌥Space) to open a small popover.
  2. Pick a project and task type — your recent ones are on top — and press Start.
  3. The menu bar shows the running time and updates once a minute. No seconds, no distraction.
  4. Press ⌃⌥S anywhere to stop or continue without opening anything.

Built for macOS

  • Native vibrancy popover anchored under the icon
  • Template icon that adapts to light and dark menu bars
  • No dock icon; launches at login if you want
  • Right-click for Stop timer, Continue last entry and Open timesheet

Correct even when the Mac sleeps

The menu bar title is computed from the entry's start time and the server's clock, not by counting seconds. Close the lid for an hour and the time is right when you open it again.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Mac app free?

Yes. It's included on every plan.

Which macOS versions are supported?

macOS 13 Ventura and newer.

Does it work offline?

Yes. Actions queue on the Mac and sync when you're back online.

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