Comment utiliser Clockify : Guide complet en 2025

Quick Start

This guide covers every Clockify feature:

• Commencer — Create your Clockify account and basic setup
• How to Use Timesheet — Log work hours across projects in a weekly view
• How to Use Calendar — Visualize time blocks and sync with Google Calendar
• How to Use Time Tracker — Track time with timer or add time manually
• How to Use Reports Manager — Generate summary and weekly reports
• How to Use Attendance Manager — Monitor employees and work hours
• How to Use Project Planning and Scheduling — Plan resources and schedules
• How to Use Invoicing from Tracked Time — Bill clients for billable hours
• How to Use Time Off and Leave Management — Handle employee leave requests
• How to Use Expense Tracking — Record project expenses and costs

Time needed: 5 minutes per feature

Also in this guide: Pro Tips | Common Mistakes | Dépannage | Tarification | Alternatives

Why Trust This Guide

I’ve used Clockify for over two years and tested every feature covered here. This how to use Clockify tutorial comes from real hands-on experience — not marketing fluff or vendor screenshots.

Clockify is one of the most powerful time tracker and timesheet app tools available today.

But most Clockify users only scratch the surface of what it can do.

This guide shows you how to use every major feature to track work hours across projects.

Step by step, with screenshots and pro tips.

Clockify Tutorial

This complete Clockify tutorial walks you through every feature step by step, from initial setup to advanced tips that will make you a power user of this tracker and timesheet app that lets you track work hours.

Getting Started with Clockify

Before using any feature, complete this one-time setup.

It takes about 3 minutes to create your Clockify account.

To register a new free account and get started with Clockify, users can follow these instructions.

Now let’s walk through each step.

Step 1: Create Your Clockify Account

Go to clockify.me and click “Sign Up Free.”

Enter your email and create a password for your new Clockify account.

When a new account is created, one workspace is automatically generated for you.

✓ Checkpoint: Vérifiez votre boîte de réception for a confirmation email.

Step 2: Access the Clockify Web App or Desktop App

You can use the Clockify web app directly in your browser.

Or download the desktop app for Windows, Mac, ou Linux.

The Clockify mobile app is also available for iOS and Androïde.

Here’s what the dashboard looks like:

✓ Checkpoint: You should see the main dashboard with the timer at the top.

Step 3: Configure Your Profile Settings

Navigate to your profile settings by clicking your avatar in the top right.

Users can manage their personal information and preferences, such as time zone and language, through the Profile settings.

Workspace settings in Clockify are unique to each workspace, allowing you to customize your setup and control which features are enabled for your team.

How to Use Clockify Timesheet

Feuille de temps lets you log work hours in a weekly view across projects and tasks.

Here’s how to use it step by step to fill your timesheet.

Watch Timesheet in action:

Now let’s break down each step.

Step 1: Navigate to the Timesheet Page

Click “Timesheet” in the left sidebar of the Clockify web app.

You’ll see a week view with days as columns and projects as rows.

Clockify’s Tracker is automatically activated when you create a new account.

Step 2: Add Projects and Tasks

Click “Add row” to add a project and task combination.

Select your project and task from the drop menu.

Here’s what this looks like:

✓ Checkpoint: You should see your project row added to the timesheet.

Step 3: Enter Hours for Each Day

Click any cell in the week view and type the hours worked.

Clockify supports timer, manual, and timesheet entries for tracking time.

Click save to record your time entry for that day.

How to Use Clockify Calendar

Calendrier lets you visualize time blocks and sync with Google Calendar or Outlook.

Here’s how to use it step by step.

Watch Calendar in action:

Now let’s break down each step.

Step 1: Open the Calendar View

Click “Calendar” in the left sidebar of your Clockify web app.

You’ll see your tracked time entries displayed as time blocks.

Step 2: Connect Google Calendar or Outlook

Click the settings gear icon in the calendar view.

Users can sync their Outlook or Google Calendar with Clockify to manage meetings in one place.

Here’s what the integrated calendar looks like:

✓ Checkpoint: Your calendar events should appear alongside your time entries.

Step 3: Create Time Entries from Calendar Events

Click any calendar event from Google Calendar to start a timer.

When synced, users can start a timer directly from a calendar event or create a time entry from it.

This saves you from manually entering meeting times.

How to Use Clockify Time Tracker

Suivi du temps lets you track time using the timer button or add time manually.

Here’s how to use Clockify’s core time tracking feature.

Watch the Time Tracker in action:

Now let’s break down each step.

Step 1: Start the Timer

Click the blue play button at the top of the Tracker page.

You can track time using the manual mode to enter start and end times or the timer mode with a button.

Add a description of what you’re working on in the note field.

Step 2: Assign Project and Task

Click the project dropdown and select your project.

Clockify allows you to create projects that group your total tracked time.

Here’s what this looks like:

✓ Checkpoint: Your timer should be running with project assigned.

Step 3: Stop the Timer

Click the stop button when you’re done with the task.

Your time entry is automatically saved to track work hours.

The app records the time spent on that task in your timesheet.

How to Use Clockify Reports Manager

Gestionnaire de rapports lets you generate summary, detailed, and weekly reports.

Here’s how to use it to analyze time spent by project, client, or team member.

Watch Reports Manager in action:

Now let’s break down each step.

Step 1: Navigate to Reports

Click “Reports” in the left sidebar of the Clockify web app.

Choose from Summary, Detailed, or Weekly report types.

Step 2: Filter Your Report

Use the filters to select projects, clients, team members, or date ranges.

Clockify can generate summary, detailed, and weekly reports to analyze time spent.

Here’s what the reports dashboard looks like:

✓ Checkpoint: Your filtered report data should display in charts and tables.

Step 3: Export or Share Reports

Click “Export” to download as PDF, CSV, or Excel.

You can also share a link to give clients read-only access.

How to Use Clockify Attendance Manager

Responsable des présences lets you monitor employees’ work hours and attendance.

Here’s how to use it to track team attendance.

Watch Attendance Manager in action:

Now let’s break down each step.

Step 1: Access Attendance Reports

Navigate to Reports and select “Attendance” from the dropdown.

This shows daily start/end times, breaks, and overtime for all Clockify users.

Step 2: Review Employee Time Data

View each team member’s clock-in and clock-out times.

Check for overtime, late arrivals, or missing time entries.

Here’s the attendance overview:

✓ Checkpoint: You should see attendance data for all team members.

Step 3: Set Up Reminders

Enable reminders to notify employees who forget to log time.

Go to Workspace Settings and configure automatic reminder emails.

How to Use Clockify Project Planning and Scheduling

Project Planning and Scheduling lets you plan resources and visualize team capacity.

Here’s how to use it for schedules and planning.

Watch Project Planning in action:

Now let’s break down each step.

Step 1: Open the Scheduling Page

Click “Scheduling” in the left sidebar of the Clockify web app.

You’ll see a timeline view with team members as rows.

Step 2: Create Assignments

Click and drag on the timeline to create a new assignment.

Clockify makes scheduling easy by allowing you to plan assignments and visualize team capacity.

Here’s the scheduling view:

✓ Checkpoint: Your assignment should appear on the team member’s timeline.

Step 3: Track Scheduled vs Actual Time

Compare scheduled hours against tracked time to monitor progress.

The Dashboard in Clockify allows you to monitor project status and time spent versus estimated time.

How to Use Clockify Invoicing from Tracked Time

Facturation lets you generate professional invoices based on billable hours.

Here’s how to bill clients for tracked time.

Watch Invoicing in action:

Now let’s break down each step.

Step 1: Navigate to Invoices

Click “Invoices” in the left sidebar of the Clockify web app.

Click “Create Invoice” to start a new invoice.

Step 2: Import Billable Time Entries

Click “Import time” to pull in billable hours from your tracked time.

Clockify allows users to generate professional invoices based on their billable hours and recorded expenses.

Here’s the invoice creation screen:

✓ Checkpoint: Your billable time entries should appear as invoice line items.

Step 3: Send or Download Invoice

Add client details and customize the invoice layout.

Download as PDF or send directly to clients.

How to Use Clockify Time Off and Leave Management

Time Off and Leave Management lets you handle employee vacation and leave requests.

Here’s how to manage free time and absences.

Watch Time Off Management in action:

Now let’s break down each step.

Step 1: Set Up Time Off Policies

Go to Workspace Settings and click “Time Off.”

Create policies for vacation, sick leave, and other absence types.

Step 2: Assign Balances to Team Members

Set initial time off balances for each employee.

Configure accrual rules if time off builds up over time.

Here’s the time off settings page:

✓ Checkpoint: Team members should see their available time off balance.

Step 3: Approve Leave Requests

Employees submit time off requests through Clockify.

Managers review and approve requests from the Time Off page.

How to Use Clockify Expense Tracking

Suivi des dépenses lets you record project expenses and attach receipts.

Here’s how to track costs beyond time.

Watch Expense Tracking in action:

Now let’s break down each step.

Step 1: Navigate to Expenses

Click “Expenses” in the left sidebar of the Clockify web app.

Click “Add Expense” to create a new expense entry.

Step 2: Enter Expense Details

Select the project and category for the expense.

Enter the amount and add a note describing the cost.

Here’s the expense entry form:

✓ Checkpoint: Your expense should appear in the expenses list.

Step 3: Attach Receipt and Submit

Upload a photo or PDF of your receipt.

Submit for approval if your workspace requires expense approvals.

Clockify Pro Tips and Shortcuts

After testing Clockify for over two years, here are my best tips.

Raccourcis clavier

Action	Shortcut
Start/Stop Timer	Ctrl + Shift + U (desktop app)
Quick Entry	N (in Time Tracker)
Switch to Timesheet	T (from any page)
Open Calendar	C (from any page)

Hidden Features Most People Miss

• Auto Tracker: The Auto tracker feature in Clockify automatically counts the time spent on each web page or app. Enable it in the desktop app or browser extension settings.
• Idle Detection: Clockify allows you to track idle time using either the browser extension or the desktop app. Configure idle detection to stop the timer when your computer is inactive.
• Browser Extension Integration: The Clockify browser extension is required for users to integrate Clockify with Notion and other apps. Install it to track time from within 80+ web apps.

Clockify Common Mistakes to Avoid

Mistake #1: Forgetting to Start the Timer

Mistake #2: Not Organizing Projects by Client

Mistake #3: Not Using Tags for Better Filtering

Clockify Troubleshooting

Problem: Timer Not Starting

Cause: Browser extension conflicts or ad blockers may interfere with Clockify.

Réparer: Try using the desktop app or disable conflicting extensions. Clear your browser cache and reload the page.

Problem: Time Entries Not Syncing Across Devices

Cause: Poor internet connection or app not updated to latest version.

Réparer: Check your internet connection. Update the mobile app or desktop app to the latest version. Force refresh the web app.

Problem: Can’t See Team Members’ Time

Cause: Permission settings may restrict visibility based on user roles.

Réparer: Check workspace settings. Users can invite team members and define their roles (Admin, Project Manager, Regular User) in Clockify. Adjust permissions as needed.

📌 Note: If none of these fix your issue, contact Clockify support at support@clockify.me.

Qu'est-ce que Clockify ?

Horloger is a free time tracker and timesheet app that lets you track work hours across projects and teams.

Think of it like a digital time clock that works for remote teams, travailleurs indépendants, and agencies.

Watch this quick overview:

Clockify is a versatile time-tracking tool used to monitor work hours across projects.

Clockify is available on web, desktop, and mobile platforms.

It includes these key features:

• Timesheet: Log work hours in a weekly grid view with projects and tasks.
• Calendrier: Visualize time entries as time blocks and sync with Google Calendar.
• Time Tracker: Start and stop the timer or add time manually with a click.
• Reports Manager: Generate summary, detailed, and weekly reports by project or client.
• Attendance Manager: Track employees’ clock-in times, breaks, and overtime.
• Project Planning: Schedule assignments and visualize team capacity.
• Facturation : Create invoices from billable tracked time and expenses.
• Time Off Management: Handle vacation requests and track leave balances.
• Suivi des dépenses : Record project costs and attach receipts.

Clockify integrates smoothly with collaborative platforms like Notion and Jira to enhance functionality.

To integrate Clockify with other software, users must first have a Clockify account and be part of a team.

For a full review, see our Clockify review.

Clockify Pricing

Here’s what Clockify costs in 2026:

Plan	Prix	Idéal pour
Gratuit	$0	Freelancers and small teams who need basic time tracking
Basique	$3.99/user/month	Teams needing administration features and bulk editing
Standard	$5.49/user/month	Agencies needing invoicing and timesheet approvals
Pro	$7.99/user/month	Growing teams needing scheduling, expenses, and profitability tracking
Entreprise	$11.99/user/month	Large organizations needing SSO, audit logs, and sécurité controls
CAKE.com Bundle	$12.99/user/month	Teams wanting Clockify, Plaky, and Pumble together at 53% savings

Essai gratuit : Yes, 7-day free trial of all Pro features available.

Garantie de remboursement : No refunds, but the free trial lets you test before paying.

To switch from a free account to a paid plan, users can click the Upgrade button on the home screen.

In the Workspace settings, users can enable or disable features like Timesheet and Kiosk after creating their account.

💰 Best Value: Standard Plan at $5.49/user/month — includes invoicing, time off tracking, and approval workflows that most teams need without paying for advanced features.

Clockify vs Alternatives

How does Clockify compare? Here’s the competitive landscape:

Outil	Idéal pour	Prix	Rating
Horloger	Free unlimited time tracking	$0-$11.99/mo	⭐ 4.4
Docteur du Temps	Employee monitoring	$5.90/mo	⭐ 4.3
Basculer	Simple interface	$10/mo	⭐ 4.5
Memtime	Automatic tracking	$14/mo	⭐ 4.4
Suivi du temps	Projet reportage	$5/mo	⭐ 4.3
Timeular	Physical time tracker	$6/mo	⭐ 4.5
Récolte	Invoicing integration	12 $/mois	⭐ 4.5

Quick picks:

• Best overall: Clockify — unlimited free tracking with the most complete feature set
• Best budget: Clockify Free — no cost for unlimited users and projects
• Best for beginners: Toggl — clean interface that’s easy to learn
• Best for employee monitoring: Time Doctor — screenshots and activity tracking

🎯 Clockify Alternatives

Looking for Clockify alternatives? Here are the top options:

• 🚀 Time Doctor: Best for teams needing screenshots and productivity monitoring alongside time tracking for employees.
• 💰 Toggl: Best for users wanting a polished, minimal interface with strong integrations and easy onboarding.
• 🎨 Memtime: Best for professionals who forget to start timers, as it automatically records all computer activity.
• ⚡ TrackingTime: Best for project-focused teams needing detailed time reports by task and project.
• 🔒 Timeulaire : Best for tactile users who prefer a physical device to track time without clicking.
• 🧠 Harvest: Best for agencies needing integrated time tracking and invoicing in one platform.

For the full list, see our Alternatives à Clockify guide.

⚔️ Clockify Compared

Here’s how Clockify stacks up against each competitor:

• Clockify contre Time Doctor: Clockify offers free unlimited tracking while Time Doctor focuses on monitoring. Choose Time Doctor if you need screenshots and employee activity data.
• Clockify contre Toggl: Both are excellent for time tracking. Toggl has a cleaner interface while Clockify offers more free features. Clockify wins on value.
• Clockify contre Memtime: Memtime tracks automatically in the background while Clockify requires manual timer starts. Choose Memtime if you constantly forget to track.
• Clockify vs TrackingTime: Both offer solid project time tracking. Clockify has better free features while TrackingTime has stronger task-level reporting.
• Clockify vs Timeular: Timeular uses a physical device for tactile tracking while Clockify is software-only. Choose Timeular for a unique tracking experience.
• Clockify contre Harvest: Harvest has deeper invoicing features while Clockify offers more free functionality. Choose Harvest for client billing focus.

Start Using Clockify Now

You learned how to use every major Clockify feature:

• ✅ Timesheet
• ✅ Calendar
• ✅ Time Tracker
• ✅ Reports Manager
• ✅ Attendance Manager
• ✅ Project Planning and Scheduling
• ✅ Invoicing from Tracked Time
• ✅ Time Off and Leave Management
• ✅ Expense Tracking

Next step: Pick one feature and try it now.

Most people start with the Time Tracker to track their first time entry.

It takes less than 5 minutes.

Foire aux questions

Clockify est-il entièrement gratuit ?

Yes, Clockify is completely free for unlimited users and projects. The free plan includes the core time tracker, timesheet, basic reports, and all essential tracking features. You only pay if you need advanced features like invoicing, scheduling, time off management, GPS tracking, or screenshots. Most freelancers and small teams never need to upgrade from the free version.

Puis-je utiliser Clockify sur mon téléphone ?

Yes, Clockify has a mobile app for both iOS and Android. The Clockify mobile app syncs with the web app and desktop app, so your time entries appear everywhere. You can start and stop the timer, view your timesheet, and add time manually from your phone. The mobile app also supports GPS tracking for field teams on Pro plans.

Comment inviter mon équipe à utiliser Clockify ?

Users can add team members by entering their email addresses for full users or names for limited users. Go to Team in the sidebar, click “Invite,” and enter their email. You can assign roles during the process, choosing Admin, Project Manager, or Regular User. Team members receive an email invitation to join your Clockify workspace.

Puis-je exporter mes données de suivi du temps ?

Yes, Clockify offers multiple export options. You can export reports as PDF, CSV, or Excel files. Go to Reports, filter the data you need, and click Export. You can also export project data and share live report links with clients. All your time tracking data remains accessible and exportable at any time.

Et si j'oublie de démarrer le minuteur ?

If you forget to start the timer, you have several options. You can add time manually by switching to manual mode and entering start and end times. Enable reminders in settings to get notifications when you haven’t tracked time. The Auto tracker feature in the desktop app and browser extension automatically records time spent on apps and sites as a backup.