Are screenshots mandatory?

No. Screenshots are opt-in per project and per user, and a clear indicator shows while capture is active.

Can employees see their own data?

Yes. Every member can see their own productivity data before a manager does.

Help center / Productivity & screenshots

Activity levels, app and URL tracking, and opt-in screenshots with a visible capture indicator — privacy controls your team can trust.

Activity level is computed from keyboard and mouse input, anonymized to a 0–100 score.
Screenshots are opt-in per project and per user. HelloTime shows a clear indicator while capture is active.
Every member can see their own productivity data before a manager does — transparency by default.
Activity, app and URL summaries are part of the desktop productivity tracker on the Track and Business plans.
Decide per project whether screenshots are needed at all; many teams run with activity summaries only.

Are screenshots mandatory?: No. Screenshots are opt-in per project and per user, and a clear indicator shows while capture is active.
Can employees see their own data?: Yes. Every member can see their own productivity data before a manager does.

Security & privacy

Time tracking

Guide: remote productivity