What Monitask does

Monitask is a privately held SaaS company headquartered in Portland, Oregon (3300 NW 185th Ave #1031) that sells a multi-platform employee monitoring and time tracking platform. The product combines automatic time tracking, randomized screenshot capture with SmartBlur privacy redaction, mouse/keystroke activity monitoring, application and website usage detection, IP/VPN tracking, and a real-time web dashboard for managers. The client application runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and Chromebook, with a stealth monitoring mode (Windows 7+) that hides the agent from task manager and system tray. Integration depth spans project management (Jira, Asana, Trello, ClickUp, Basecamp), workflow automation (Zapier), payroll and accounting (Gusto, ADP, QuickBooks, FreshBooks, Xero), and communication (Slack), allowing time entries to flow into downstream billing and project systems of record.

The platform is positioned horizontally across 11 industry verticals — remote teams, agencies, software developers, education/EdTech, creative/design, e-commerce, consulting, BPO, staffing agencies, freelancers, and accountants (with lawyers and healthcare professionals added in late 2025). The company states it serves more than 1,000 customers (a self-reported figure) including named logos such as AXSource, FBA Prep 4U, Mack Defense, Datalytics Global, Carrier, LegalNodes, and Fima, spanning technology, e-commerce, logistics, financial, and legal sectors. There is no disclosed management team beyond a marketing lead (Thomas Simon, Head of Department), no disclosed funding history, and no parent company or M&A activity referenced in the data.

The business model is a self-serve, product-led SaaS with a 10-day free trial requiring no credit card and per-seat pricing starting at $6.49 per user per month billed annually; a Calendly-based demo channel has been added for larger accounts. Distribution is content- and SEO-led, with localized landing pages in English, German, Spanish, Japanese, Russian, and Portuguese, signaling a multi-region go-to-market posture. The product is GDPR-compliant with a Prighter EU representative, encrypts data with 256-bit encryption, and offers 2FA, indicating baseline enterprise-readiness for regulated jurisdictions. Revenue mechanics are entirely per-seat recurring subscription; no alternative monetization streams (marketplace, services, hardware) are disclosed.

Name

Monitask

Legal name

Monitask

Website

https://monitask.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Monitask is a SaaS employee monitoring and time tracking platform for remote teams, freelancers, agencies, and SMBs across 11 verticals, offering screenshot-based proof-of-work, activity monitoring, and integrations with project management, payroll, and accounting platforms at $6.49 per user per month.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Employee Monitoring and Time Tracking Software

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (51821)

SIC

Computer & Office Equipment (3570)

akta.pro primary industry

Time & Attendance Administration (Timekeeping, Scheduling, Leave Tracking) (BPAAAHAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Enterprise Work Management & Collaborative Workflow Platforms (HDAEAHAI)

Keywords

• Employee monitoring software
• Time tracking software
• Remote workforce management
• Productivity tracking
• Workforce analytics

Headquarters

HQ city

Portland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Subscription SaaS: Monitask operates as a SaaS platform with subscription-based pricing. Paid plans start at $6.49 per user/month (billed annually). Offers a free trial for 10 days with full features and no credit card required. The platform is marketed as offering features that competitors charge $10+ for at a lower price point.
2. Time Tracking with Proof-of-Work: Primary value proposition centers on time tracking, productivity monitoring, and proof-of-work screenshots. Revenue is generated from charging businesses per user for access to the full monitoring and analytics suite.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Monitask is a SaaS employee monitoring and time tracking platform that captures screenshots, monitors application and website usage, tracks activity levels (including mouse jiggler detection), and provides real-time dashboards for managers overseeing remote and distributed teams. It combines time tracking, productivity analytics, project management, attendance, payroll and invoicing into a single subscription-based product available across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS and Chromebook.

Product overview

Monitask is an all-in-one employee monitoring and time tracking platform designed for remote teams, agencies, and businesses of all sizes. The core platform combines employee monitoring, time tracking, screenshot capture, and productivity analytics into a unified system. Key product modules include Time Tracking Software, Online Timesheets, Stealth Monitoring Software, Clock-In/Clock-Out Board, Computer Monitoring, Remote Employee Monitoring, Employee Attendance Software, Workforce Optimization Software, Remote Workforce Management, Workforce Analytics Software, and Mouse Jiggler Detection. The platform operates across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and Chromebook, with industry-specific solutions for agencies, developers, consultants, BPO companies, staffing agencies, freelancers, and more. Monitask integrates natively with Jira, Asana, Trello, ClickUp, Basecamp, and Zapier for extended workflow connectivity.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Time Tracking Software Automatic time tracking software that monitors employee hours, projects, and productivity with real-time dashboards and detailed reports.
• Online Timesheets Automated employee timesheet generation that syncs to a live dashboard in real time, eliminating manual entries and reducing errors.
• Stealth Monitoring Software Hidden employee monitoring software that operates undetected on devices, hiding from task manager and system tray for discreet observation (Windows 7+).
• Clock-In / Clock-Out Board Digital employee in-out board for tracking working hours, attendance, and clock times with real-time status updates.
• Computer Monitoring PC activity tracking software that monitors websites visited, apps used, and productivity levels across Windows, Mac, and Linux.
• Remote Employee Monitoring Monitoring solution for distributed teams providing real-time visibility into employee activities, productivity, and task completion with proof-of-work screenshots.
• Employee Attendance Software Time and attendance tracking software that monitors clock in/out times, breaks, and work schedules for HR compliance.
• Workforce Optimization Software Comprehensive workforce management solution that streamlines scheduling, enhances productivity, and optimizes workforce performance.
• Remote Workforce Management Software for managing distributed teams with data-driven insights and transparent oversight across any location.
• Workforce Analytics Software Analytics platform providing data-driven insights into employee productivity, performance, and resource allocation.
• Mouse Jiggler Detection Software Advanced detection capability that identifies artificial mouse movements caused by mouse jigglers, ensuring accurate activity tracking.

Quantifiable outcome

• Teams using Monitask see a 10% to 80% efficiency increase
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments11 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

AI capability1 record

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• JiracoreTechnology or IntegrationNative integration with Jira for project management synchronization. Users can link time entries directly to Jira tasks and projects.
• AsanacoreTechnology or IntegrationNative integration with Asana for task and project management synchronization.
• TrellocoreTechnology or IntegrationNative integration with Trello for Kanban-based project management and task tracking.
• ClickUpcoreTechnology or IntegrationNative integration with ClickUp for project and task management.
• BasecampcoreTechnology or IntegrationNative integration with Basecamp for project management and team collaboration.
• ZapiercoreTechnology or IntegrationZapier integration enabling connection to 1000+ additional applications and workflow automation.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Timely: Timely offers automatic time tracking with project allocation and team productivity reporting, primarily targeting agencies and professional services firms — directly overlapping Monitask's agency and remote-team customer segments.
• Clockify: Clockify is a widely adopted free/cheap time tracker with optional employee monitoring add-ons (screenshots, activity tracking). It directly competes for Monitask's SMB and freelancer segments and exerts downward pricing pressure on the category.
• Hubstaff: Hubstaff is a direct competitor offering time tracking with screenshots, activity monitoring, and GPS tracking for remote teams and agencies. Highly comparable in target customer (SMBs, agencies, remote teams), feature set (screenshots, activity levels, payroll integration), and price point.
• ActivTrak: ActivTrak is a workforce analytics and employee monitoring platform with screenshots, app/web usage, and productivity scoring. Comparable to Monitask's monitoring and analytics modules and increasingly competing for the same mid-market and BPO customers.
• Toggl Track: Toggl Track is a leading time-tracking tool popular with freelancers, agencies, and software teams. While lighter on surveillance features, it directly competes for the same primary customer segments Monitask targets and offers project management, reporting, and team productivity tracking.
• Time Doctor: Time Doctor is a direct competitor providing time tracking and employee productivity monitoring with screenshots, web/app usage tracking, and distraction alerts. Closely overlaps Monitask's feature set, target SMB/enterprise segments, and stealth-like monitoring capabilities.
• Insightful: Insightful (formerly Workpuls) is an employee monitoring and productivity analytics tool with screenshots, app tracking, and time tracking. Comparable to Monitask across SMB and mid-market monitoring use cases, with similar stealth-style capabilities.
• RescueTime: RescueTime tracks time spent across applications and websites with productivity scoring and focus tools. Comparable to Monitask's activity-tracking and productivity-scoring modules, targeting individuals and small teams seeking productivity visibility.
• DeskTime: DeskTime provides automatic time tracking, app/URL logging, productivity calculation, and optional screenshots — directly overlapping Monitask's core feature set and serving the same SMB, agency, and remote-team buyer profile.
• Harvest: Harvest is a time tracking and invoicing tool widely used by agencies, freelancers, and consultancies — directly overlapping Monitask's agency and freelancer primary segments, though lighter on surveillance features.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/monitaskt
• Facebookfacebook.com/monitaskapp

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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