Introduction to the Time Tracking Law
Complete overview of the EU Working Time Directive and what it means for your business.
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As a salaried employee, you have special rights and rules. Learn how modern time tracking can help you document overtime, maintain work-life balance, and ensure correct compensation.
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Why should salaried employees track time?
Even though salaried employees aren't paid hourly, there are many good reasons to track working hours
Documentation for overtime
Get precise documentation of your extra hours and ensure correct compensation or time off in lieu.
Protection of your rights
With time tracking, you can prove violations of working time regulations and protect your legal rights.
Better work-life balance
See exactly how much you work and gain insight into your actual workload.
Project and client overview
Understand where your time is spent and optimize your workday for greater efficiency.
Transparency with management
Show your work effort and create a foundation for better dialogue about workload and resources.
Personal productivity
Identify time wasters and become more efficient in your daily workflow.
Features designed for salaried employees
Everything you need to track your working hours in an easy and efficient way
Flexible tracking
Track time from the office, home office, or on the go.
- Check in/out with mobile, computer, or tablet
- Automatic break calculation according to regulations
Project and task hours
Allocate your time to projects and clients for better overview.
- See exactly where your time is spent
- Export reports to management
Overtime and time off in lieu
Automatically track extra hours and earned time off.
- Automatic calculation of overtime
- Overview of time off balance
Security and compliance
Your data is secure and the system follows all regulations.
- GDPR-compliant and secure data storage
- Automatic archiving for 5 years
How to get started
Four easy steps to effective time tracking
1
Create your free account
Sign up in 2 minutes - no credit card required. You get access to all features for 30 days.
2
Customize to your needs
Set your normal working hours, break rules, and any projects you work on.
3
Start tracking
Check in when you start work and check out when you leave. The system automatically keeps track of everything.
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Get valuable insights
View reports of your working hours, overtime, and project distribution. Share with your manager as needed.
Your rights as a salaried employee
Understand your legal rights and how time tracking can help you protect them
Right to overtime compensation
As a salaried employee, you have the right to payment or time off in lieu for overtime. Time tracking gives you the documentation you need to claim your rights.
Working time regulations
If you work more than standard hours in a month, you have the right to compensation under working time regulations. Track your hours to ensure correct payment.
Working Time Directive
The EU Working Time Directive protects you from excessive working hours. With time tracking, you can document any violations.
Employment protection laws
Employment laws give you special rights. Time tracking helps you prove your status and ensure your rights are respected.
Important to know
This information is for guidance only. For specific legal advice, you should contact your union or a lawyer specializing in employment law.
Frequently asked questions
Get answers to the most common questions about time tracking for salaried employees
Is time tracking mandatory for salaried employees?
No, time tracking is not legally required for salaried employees, but many companies require it anyway. It can be beneficial for you as a salaried employee to track your time to document overtime and ensure correct compensation.
Can my employer require me to track time?
Yes, your employer can generally require you to track your working hours, as long as it's stated in your employment contract or company policies. However, it must be done in a reasonable manner.
How does time tracking affect my employment contract?
Time tracking doesn't change your basic employment contract. It's simply a tool to document your actual working hours. It can actually strengthen your position by providing documentation for overtime.
What if I work from home?
Modern time tracking systems like EasyHours work perfectly for remote work. You can track time from any device, regardless of where you're working from. It gives you the same protection as in the office.
Can I use time tracking to claim overtime pay?
Yes, time tracking provides the necessary documentation to claim overtime payment or time off in lieu. Many salaried employees receive payment for overtime when they can document their extra hours.
How does time tracking protect my rights?
By having precise documentation of your working hours, you can prove any violations of working time regulations, claim payment for overtime, and ensure your employer complies with employment laws and working time directives.
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