Work Hours Calculator: Track Time, Overtime & Pay
Accurately log shifts, deduct breaks, calculate total hours, and estimate earnings. Supports multiple shifts per day, overtime, and weekly totals. Perfect for payroll, freelancing, or personal tracking.
Why Track Work Hours?
- Payroll: Ensure accurate wage calculation
- Overtime: Know when you qualify (e.g., over 40 hrs/week)
- Freelancers: Bill clients by the hour
- Productivity: Identify time sinks
How to Use
Step 1: Enter start/end times and break (in minutes).
Step 2: Add more shifts if needed.
Step 3: Set standard hours, rate, and overtime multiplier.
Step 4: Get total hours, overtime, and estimated pay.
Example Calculation
Shift: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 60 min break to 7 hours
Week: 5 days to 35 hours (no overtime)
Pay: 35 × $25 = $875
Overtime Rules (US)
| Hours/Week | Rate |
|---|---|
| 0–40 | Regular |
| 40+ | 1.5× (time-and-a-half) |
Pro Tips
- Use 24-hour format for overnight shifts
- Export results to CSV (coming soon)
- Pair with Countdown Timer for Pomodoro
Common Mistakes
- Forgetting to deduct breaks
- Entering end time before start
- Using daily instead of weekly overtime
FAQs
Can I track monthly pay? Yes — multiply weekly by 4.33
Does it support night shifts? Yes — use 22:00 to 06:00
Is it secure? 100% client-side — no data sent.
Conclusion
Stop guessing your hours. Our 2025 Work Hours Calculator is free, accurate, and easy. Track time, claim overtime, and get paid what you deserve.
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