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Hourivo FAQ

Short, accurate answers about what Hourivo is, how tracking works, privacy, and pricing.

Product

Who developed Hourivo?

Sahil Rakholiya developed Hourivo. It is simple AI time tracking for agencies and remote teams — easy to use, with optional Gemini AI and no complex jargon. More on the About page.

What is Hourivo?

Hourivo is AI-powered employee time tracking for agencies and remote teams — billable time, screenshot proof-of-work, project profitability, and invoicing from approved hours.

Is Hourivo easy to use?

Yes. Install the desktop app, pick a project, press Start. Plain-language guide: /help. No phone tracker.

What AI features are included?

Optional Gemini add-on ($10/month): ask what someone worked on, AI overviews, Friday AI email, and chat. Core tracking works without AI.

Who is Hourivo for?

Agencies, consultancies, staffing/VA firms, and remote delivery teams that bill clients or need proof of work. See for agencies and for remote teams.

Is there a phone tracker?

No. Tracking only runs in the desktop app (Mac, Windows, Linux). The website cannot start a timer.

Privacy & screenshots

Does Hourivo collect keystrokes, passwords, clipboard, or webcam?

No. Zero-spyware policy. Hourivo never records raw keystrokes, passwords, clipboard text, or webcams.

How long are screenshots stored?

About 15 days, then auto-purged. Blur and Trust Mode (no screenshots) are available.

Pricing & trial

How much does Hourivo cost?

$2/user under 20 seats, $1/user at 20+. Optional Gemini AI +$10/month. Full details: /pricing.

Is there a free trial?

Yes — 30 days, full access, no credit card required to start.

Comparisons

Is Hourivo a Hubstaff alternative?

Yes for agencies that want proof of work, margins, and invoices at a clearer seat price. Read Hourivo vs Hubstaff.

Is Hourivo a Time Doctor alternative?

Yes when you want lighter privacy defaults and agency billing workflows. Read Hourivo vs Time Doctor.

How does Hourivo differ from Toggl or Harvest?

Toggl is often solo/team timers; Harvest is timesheets + invoices. Hourivo adds organization-level proof-of-work screenshots and profitability for client delivery teams. See vs Toggl and vs Harvest.