How does the Hubstaff screenshot feature work across different setups?

Hubstaff captures screenshots across different platforms. Here's how it works for each: Desktop Apps (Windows, macOS, Linux) The desktop app supports full screenshot functionality. With it, you can: * Capture activity across multiple monitors (as long as they're connected). * Track detailed work activity to evaluate productivity. * Take screenshots at 10-minute intervals (customizable). * Blur or turn off screenshots to protect privacy. The browser extension does not support screenshots, but tracks app and URL activity while the timer is running. The Hubstaff mobile app (iOS & Android) also lacks screenshot capability, as It prioritizes GPS tracking (https://hubstaff.com/gps-time-tracking) and geofencing for managing field teams.

How often does Hubstaff take screenshots?

Hubstaff takes optional screenshots at customizable intervals (it can take up to three screenshots every 10 minutes). You can configure how frequently they're captured on a per-user basis, blur them, or turn them off altogether.

What is actually tracked as part of Hubstaff screenshot activity?

Hubstaff is a leading time tracking tool that also captures productivity data, including app usage, URL visits, and screenshots, at regular intervals. For a broader view of how these signals fit together, see Hubstaff’s productivity monitoring approach (https://hubstaff.com/productivity-monitoring) — it never logs keystrokes. When a time tracking session is active, the screenshot feature captures the entire screen, including: * Open applications, websites, and documents * Any visible personal or work-related content * All connected monitors (if using multiple displays) Each screenshot includes: * The screenshot capture time * The project or task being tracked * Activity level (based on keyboard and mouse movement) * Apps and URLs accessed during that time block Important: Hubstaff is not intended to be used as a surveillance tool (https://hubstaff.com/blog/employee-surveillance-vs-productivity-monitoring/) , as it tracks general activity but does not record individual keystrokes or specific mouse clicks.

Does Hubstaff take screenshots of both screens?

Yes, Hubstaff takes screenshots and can do so across multiple screens, as long as they are connected and in use. To view them, simply hover over any screenshot and click "View Screens" to see all displays captured during that time interval.

Is there a free trial of the Hubstaff time tracker with screenshots?

Yes, Hubstaff offers a free 14-day trial (https://hubstaff.com/signup) with full access to time tracking with screenshot features. You can sign up without a credit card and cancel at any time.

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Get started by having your team install Hubstaff for Mac, Windows, or Linux. You can also track time spent on the web using the Chrome extension. From there, onboard your team to start tracking time.
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Once everything is set up, users can begin tracking time. Hubstaff's screenshot monitoring software runs in the background on the desktop, automatically capturing screenshots and logging time based on the settings you’ve applied. You'll get a detailed breakdown of hours by project, along with visual records for each team member.

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Frequently asked questions

Your screenshot monitoring questions, answered

Hubstaff captures screenshots across different platforms. Here's how it works for each:
Desktop Apps (Windows, macOS, Linux) The desktop app supports full screenshot functionality.
With it, you can:
- Capture activity across multiple monitors (as long as they're connected).
- Track detailed work activity to evaluate productivity.
- Take screenshots at 10-minute intervals (customizable).
- Blur or turn off screenshots to protect privacy.
The browser extension does not support screenshots, but tracks app and URL activity while the timer is running. The Hubstaff mobile app (iOS & Android) also lacks screenshot capability, as It prioritizes GPS tracking and geofencing for managing field teams.
Hubstaff is a leading time tracking tool that also captures productivity data, including app usage, URL visits, and screenshots, at regular intervals. For a broader view of how these signals fit together, see Hubstaff’s productivity monitoring approach — it never logs keystrokes.
When a time tracking session is active, the screenshot feature captures the entire screen, including:
- Open applications, websites, and documents
- Any visible personal or work-related content
- All connected monitors (if using multiple displays)
Each screenshot includes:
- The screenshot capture time
- The project or task being tracked
- Activity level (based on keyboard and mouse movement)
- Apps and URLs accessed during that time block
Important: Hubstaff is not intended to be used as a surveillance tool, as it tracks general activity but does not record individual keystrokes or specific mouse clicks.

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