Hubstaff provides time tracking with activity monitoring through screenshots, app usage tracking, and GPS location for field teams. While marketed as productivity software, the monitoring capabilities create comprehensive surveillance of work activities. Terms primarily protect employer rights with minimal worker protections.
Screenshots can be captured at random intervals (up to 3 per 10 minutes) without worker knowledge of exact timing. Workers can delete screenshots but this also deletes the associated work time.
Mobile apps track GPS location continuously during work hours. Location history is retained and viewable by employers, creating detailed movement records.
Keyboard and mouse activity is tracked to calculate "activity levels." Low activity may be flagged to managers, creating pressure for constant visible interaction.
Every application opened and website visited during tracked time is recorded and categorized, enabling detailed analysis of how workers spend their time.
All collected data belongs to the employer. Hubstaff acts as a processor, meaning workers must address concerns with their employer, not Hubstaff.
Workers can view and delete screenshots that capture sensitive personal information, though this removes the associated tracked time.
The desktop app shows when tracking is active, giving workers awareness of when they're being monitored.