Backlsh

What it is

Backlsh is a time tracking and productivity software platform that captures work activity automatically in the background. The software tracks time spent on projects, applications, websites and attendance without requiring manual timer entries or user input.

The platform provides automated attendance tracking that marks present, half-day or absent status automatically, and project time tracking that automatically maps work to the correct project based on configured rules. It includes app and website monitoring to identify productive versus unproductive activities.

Backlsh generates real-time reports and productivity insights powered by AI, offering personalized recommendations for improvement. The desktop app is designed to run silently with minimal CPU and memory usage, requiring no changes to how team members work.

The software supports flexible deployment options from small teams to enterprises, with plans starting at $2.99 per user per month on the Premium plan, or custom Enterprise pricing for in-house data deployment and GDPR/HIPAA compliance.

Questions from the bench

What exactly is automatic time tracking and how is it different from a manual timer?

Manual time tracking requires employees to click Start and Stop on a timer for every task, leading to forgotten entries, inaccurate logs and admin overhead. Automatic time tracking runs silently in the background from when the computer is active, detecting which apps and websites are being used and recording time against the right project automatically with no clicks, timers or human error.

How does Backlsh know which project to assign time to?

Backlsh uses smart mapping rules where you define which apps, websites or file names belong to which project. Once set up, the desktop app reads the active window and automatically assigns time to the correct project. For example, time spent in Figma maps to the Design project while time in a browser on a client domain maps to their project, with no manual selection needed after initial setup.

Will employees have to change how they work?

No. Employees simply install the lightweight desktop app, log in once and go back to working exactly as they always did. Backlsh runs silently in the background without interrupting workflow, popping up notifications or requiring any input during the day. Time, attendance and project data are all recorded automatically.

Is there a free trial and do I need to enter credit card details?

Yes, Backlsh offers a 14-day free trial with full feature access and no credit card is required to start. You can invite your entire team during the trial period and explore everything before making any commitment.

How much does Backlsh cost and are there hidden fees?

Backlsh costs $2.99 per user per month with no hidden fees, feature tiers or add-ons to unlock. Every feature is included in a single plan, making it 70-85% cheaper than alternatives like Time Doctor at $9.99/user/month or Toggl at $10/user/month. A 15-person team pays approximately $43.50/month on Backlsh versus up to $300/month elsewhere.