Simple, Affordable Pricing for Automatic Time Tracking & Project Management

Manual time tracking requires employees to click "Start" and "Stop" on a timer for every task — which means forgotten entries, inaccurate logs, and admin overhead. Automatic time tracking runs silently in the background from the moment your computer is active. Backlsh detects which apps and websites you're using and records time against the right project automatically — no clicks, no timers, no human error. The result is a complete, accurate record of the workday without any effort from your team.

Backlsh uses smart mapping rules — you define which apps, websites, or file names belong to which project. Once set up, the desktop app reads the active window and automatically assigns that time to the correct project. For example, time spent in Figma can map to your "Design" project, while time in your browser on a client domain maps to their project. No manual selection needed after the initial one-time setup.

No. That's the whole point. Employees simply install the lightweight desktop app, log in once, and go back to working exactly as they always did. Backlsh runs silently in the background — it does not interrupt their workflow, pop up notifications, or require any input during the day. Time, attendance, and project data are all recorded automatically.

The Backlsh desktop app can be set to launch automatically on system startup, so there's nothing to remember. As long as the employee's computer is on and they're logged into the app, tracking happens automatically. No time is lost due to forgetting.

Yes. Employees have access to their own productivity data, time logs, and attendance records. This transparency is actually one of the biggest trust-builders — team members can review their own work patterns, identify their most productive hours, and take ownership of their performance. Managers and admins see the full team view.

Spreadsheets work — until they don't. For teams beyond 3–4 people, manual spreadsheets introduce errors, create admin overhead, and are easy to manipulate. They can't show you real-time data, app-level activity, or per-project ROI. Automated software like Backlsh removes all manual effort while giving you data a spreadsheet never could — like exactly how much time your team spent on each client last month, or which apps are eating into productive time.

Backlsh costs $2.9 per user per month — that's it. No hidden fees, no feature tiers, no add-ons to unlock. Every feature is included in a single plan. This makes Backlsh 70–85% cheaper than alternatives like Time Doctor ($9.99/user/mo) or Toggl ($10/user/mo). A 15-person team pays ~$43.50/month on Backlsh vs. up to $300/month elsewhere. See our pricing page for the full breakdown.

Yes — Backlsh offers a 14-day free trial with full feature access. No credit card is required to start. You can invite your entire team during the trial period and explore everything before making any commitment.

No contracts, no lock-ins. You can cancel at any time with no penalty or notice period. We believe in earning your subscription every month — not trapping you in it.

Backlsh is significantly cheaper — and does more. Time Doctor charges $9.99–$20/user/month and still requires manual project selection. Toggl starts at $10/user/month with no automatic tracking. Backlsh gives you fully automatic time tracking, project mapping, attendance, and screenshots for $2.9/user/month. Read the full cost comparison →

Done transparently, no — time tracking is not spying. The key is communication. When you roll out Backlsh, inform your team clearly: what is tracked, why it's tracked, and how the data will be used. Backlsh is not a covert tool — employees can see their own data at any time. Teams that frame it as a productivity insight tool (rather than surveillance) typically see buy-in within the first two weeks. Our guide on tracking without damaging trust →

It's much harder than with manual timers, and self-defeating in the long run. Backlsh tracks actual app and website activity — not just whether a mouse is moving. Periodic screenshots provide a visual record of what was genuinely on screen. Even if an employee finds a short-term workaround, their task output simply won't match the reported hours — which managers can easily identify in reports. Automatic tracking is inherently more honest than self-reported timesheets.

Data security is built into Backlsh from the ground up. For teams with strict compliance needs — including GDPR and HIPAA — our Enterprise plan supports in-house or on-premise data deployment, meaning your data never leaves your own infrastructure. Contact our team for a custom Enterprise quote if compliance is a requirement for your organisation.

No. Backlsh tracks activity only when the desktop app is actively running. Employees can pause or close the app at any time — it does not run in the background without their knowledge. You can also configure it to track only within defined shift hours, so no personal time is ever captured.

Backlsh runs on Windows & Mac. The desktop app is lightweight — minimal CPU and memory usage so it has no noticeable impact on your machine's performance. The web dashboard works on any browser on any device.

Most teams are fully up and running within the same day. The admin creates an account, adds team members (an email invite is sent automatically with a download link), and each employee installs the app in under 2 minutes. There's no server setup, no IT department required, and no technical configuration for standard use.

No. The Backlsh desktop app is specifically engineered for minimal system resource usage. It runs silently in the background with a very low CPU and RAM footprint — you won't notice it's there. It's designed not to interrupt or slow down any work.

Yes. You can set up multiple projects and configure mapping rules for each one. When a team member switches between apps associated with different clients, Backlsh automatically records time under the correct project. This makes it ideal for agencies, consultancies, or any team juggling work across multiple clients at once.

We recommend exporting your reports before cancelling. If you have any specific concerns about data retention or export options, contact our support team and we'll help you ensure nothing is lost.