RescueTime for Chrome and Chrome OS

Keep track of the time you spend in Chrome, and get a clear picture of what you were doing all day.

RescueTime for Chrome and Chrome OS: Time Management Tool

RescueTime for Chrome and Chrome OS is a browser extension that offers comprehensive tracking of your digital activity. It monitors the time spent on each tab or window, providing precise reports of your daily activities online. It auto-detects idle state, pausing tracking when you're away. The tool evaluates the productivity level of the websites visited, with customization available. It provides insightful feedback that aids in better time management. The extension also integrates with the full RescueTime account if already owned, enhancing its functionality.
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Extension stats

Manifest V2
Users: 100,000+
Version: 3.2.10 (Last updated: 2020-05-29)
Creation date: 2020-05-27
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • idle
  • https://*.rescuetime.com/
  • storage
  • cookies
Size: 159.74K
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
RescueTime (v3.2.10)
4,210+ 3.96 (84)
Not available on Edge

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Helps track productivity effectively
  • Has a clean and appealing interface
  • Works across multiple platforms (Android, Linux, Windows, iOS)
  • Useful tool for understanding time spent on activities
  • Provides insights into time management
Cons
  • Not compatible with newer versions of Chrome
  • Requires a premium subscription for full features
  • Inconsistent tracking on Chrome and Chromebook
  • Issues with session retention and logging in
  • Does not function as expected on some browsers like Vivaldi
Most mentioned
  • Tracking issues on Chrome and Chromebook
  • Requires premium subscription for full functionality
  • Compatibility problems with new Chrome versions
  • Inconsistent time tracking performances
  • Session retention and login problems
User reviews
An excellent tool and has been a happy user for many years.
by Markos Giannopoulos, 2025-03-06

Not compatible with new Chrome. When are you updating it?
by Jim PROFIT, 2025-01-03

Does the job perfectly fine. You need premium subscription to fully get the best of it and track window titles etc.. on the browser.
by BaSsGaZ, 2024-09-25
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Extension safety

Risk impact

RescueTime for Chrome and Chrome OS requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of RescueTime for Chrome and Chrome OS. Use it at your own risk.

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