Hubstaff

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hubstaff, answered by our editorial team.

Is Hubstaff free?

Yes, there's a free tier for 1 user with basic time tracking. Paid plans start at $7/month per user for Starter (adding screenshots and activity levels), up to $9/month per user for Grow with GPS tracking and advanced reporting.

Is Hubstaff's monitoring invasive?

It can feel that way to employees if implemented without clear communication — screenshot capture and activity level tracking are real monitoring capabilities, and companies using Hubstaff should be transparent with their team about what's tracked and why to maintain trust.

Is Hubstaff good for remote teams?

Yes, this is its core use case — companies managing distributed or remote workers, particularly hourly contractors, use Hubstaff specifically for the visibility its screenshot and activity monitoring provide beyond simple logged hours.

Does Hubstaff track GPS location?

Yes, on higher tiers, GPS tracking is available, particularly useful for field service businesses needing to verify technician location during tracked work time and optimize routing and on-site time.

Is Hubstaff more expensive than Toggl?

Yes, generally — Hubstaff's per-seat pricing is higher than simpler time trackers like Toggl or Clockify, reflecting its added screenshot, activity, and GPS monitoring capabilities that those simpler tools don't include.

Does Hubstaff integrate with payroll?

Yes, Hubstaff includes payroll integration features, letting tracked hours flow directly into payment processing, particularly useful for businesses paying remote or international contractors based on hours worked.

Should I tell employees Hubstaff is monitoring their screen?

Yes, transparency is strongly advisable both for trust and in many jurisdictions for legal compliance — employees should generally be informed clearly about what's being tracked (screenshots, activity levels, location) and why before monitoring begins.

What is a referral bonus on Kreemhunt?

A referral bonus is an incentive — like bonus credit, a discount, or extra features — that a software vendor offers when someone signs up through a referral link or code instead of going to the product directly. Kreemhunt tracks which of the tools we cover currently have an active referral arrangement, like Hubstaff, so you don't have to hunt for one yourself.

Does Hubstaff currently have a referral code or link?

Not at the moment. Kreemhunt doesn't have a tracked referral code or link for Hubstaff right now — this page will update automatically if one becomes available, so it's worth checking back before you sign up.

Does using a referral link cost me anything extra?

No. Using a referral link or code to sign up for Hubstaff costs the same as signing up directly — in most cases referral programs are designed so the new user gets a bonus and the referrer gets a reward, with no markup passed on to you.

How do I claim Hubstaff's referral bonus?

There's no active referral bonus for Hubstaff tracked on Kreemhunt right now. Once one becomes available, it'll appear in the referral box on this page along with instructions for claiming it.