Download Desktop Agent & Time Tracker for Windows
A simple, lightweight Windows desktop agent that records work hours, breaks, and project progress in the background with zero workstation lag.
The Windows agent installer is downloaded directly from your private admin dashboard under Settings → Agent Download. To install it on employee computers, create your Tracknesty account first, then download the setup file.
How to Install and Connect in 3 Easy Steps
Follow this simple guide to install the time tracker on any employee computer in under 3 minutes.
Download the Installer
Sign in to your Tracknesty account. Go to Settings and click "Agent Download" to get the latest Windows installer file (.exe, ~12 MB). You can copy this file to any employee computer via USB, network drive, or email.
Install and Connect
Right-click the downloaded file on the employee computer and choose "Run as administrator". Enter your Tracknesty web address and the employee login email and password, then click "Install".
Check and Start Tracking
Look at the bottom-right taskbar near your clock. A small green Tracknesty icon shows you are connected. The employee now appears as "Online" on your manager dashboard, and tracking begins automatically.
Does Windows SmartScreen Appear? Here is the Quick 2-Step Fix
Because Tracknesty updates frequently with new security patches, Windows Defender may ask for quick confirmation on your first install. Follow these two simple clicks:
When the blue or white Windows SmartScreen popup opens, click the small underlined text that says "More info".
The window expands to show the application details. Simply click the "Run anyway" button to finish setup.
System Specifications & Requirements
Our native desktop client runs smoothly in the background without hogging memory or causing lag.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick, straightforward answers about downloading and installing the Windows agent.
Where do I find the download button?
Log in to your Tracknesty dashboard. In the left menu, click Settings, then click "Agent Download". The latest Windows installer will be right there.
Does it slow down the computer?
No. Our time tracker for Windows is built with high-performance native C++. It uses less than 25 MB of memory and under 1% of CPU, so your computer stays fast and smooth.
What if the internet goes down?
Tracknesty keeps working offline! It stores the tracked hours safely on the computer and syncs them automatically to your dashboard as soon as the internet comes back.
Does the software spy on personal passwords or webcams?
Never. Tracknesty does not record webcams, audio, personal chats, or passwords. It only tracks work hours, active applications, and optional privacy-blurred screenshots when the work timer is running.
Ready to start tracking work hours?
Start your free 7-day trial of Tracknesty. Download the Windows desktop agent, set up your team in minutes, and experience effortless timesheets.