WakaTime Desktop automatically tracks time spent using supported desktop applications to help users understand their work habits. It runs in the Windows or Linux system tray and monitors application activity without requiring manual timers. The application complements WakaTime's existing coding activity tracking by collecting information from additional desktop tools. Supported applications include design and development utilities such as Figma and Postman. Recorded activity is associated with the user's WakaTime account for centralized reporting. The web dashboard presents usage metrics that help reveal how time is distributed across different applications. Users can review their activity alongside information collected by WakaTime editor integrations. The lightweight background application provides continuous tracking while users work.
Features
- Automatic desktop application time tracking without manually starting or stopping timers
- Background activity monitoring through a Windows or Linux system tray application
- Time tracking integration for supported design and development applications
- Figma and Postman activity reporting alongside existing WakaTime integrations
- Centralized WakaTime dashboard for reviewing application usage and work patterns
- Combined desktop activity and coding metrics for understanding daily productivity