ManicTime is automatic time tracking software, which tracks application and web page usage. Tracked data helps users keep track of time spent on various projects and tasks. It was developed by Finkit d.o.o., a company based in Slovenia.
ManicTime Client runs in the background and records applications, documents and web sites used by user. Collected data can then be used to keep track of time spent on various projects and tasks. All data is stored locally in SQL Server Compact database.
ManicTime Server was introduced in 2011. It collects data from ManicTime Clients and generates reports, which can be viewed with a web browser. ManicTime Server is an on-premises software and stores data in either SQLite, PostgreSQL or Microsoft SQL Server. Other applications can interact with ManicTime Server through SQL or JSON web service.
What is ManicTime?
ManicTime by Finkit d.o.o. (developed by Finkit, d.o.o.) is proprietary Windows software in the notes & to-do category. It ranks 48th by popularity among notes & to-do in this catalogue. The first release dates back to 2007. Besides Windows, it is available for macOS, Linux, iOS and Android.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides MSI and Portable installers for 64-bit and 32-bit Windows. The main installer is 105.5 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches. An MSI package is available for deployment with Group Policy, Intune or Configuration Manager.
Updates and version history
The current version is 26.2.4.0, released on October 24, 2026. The version history goes back to June 2, 2021: 48 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 8.9 releases a year. The last update is less than a month old.
Popularity and file types
The Chocolatey package has been downloaded 15,767 times. Wikipedia has an article about it in 2 of our languages. Similar programs include Obsidian, Logseq and ActivityWatch.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 8.9 a year)
- Also runs on macOS, Linux and iOS
- Mature project (since 2007)
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: ManicTime is a notes & to-do tool for 64-bit and 32-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is ManicTime safe to download?
- The file is served by cdn.manictime.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
813A42A50BBFDF293B9C071798C23F3B02DE98B010E61D2735FCC0ED8856BC6D· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 27, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 48 versions ›48 versions over 5 years · about 8.9 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26.2.4.0Latest | October 24, 2026 | 107.3 MB | 32-bit ZIP32-bit MSI64-bit ZIP64-bit MSI |
| 26.2.3.0 | October 9, 2026 | 107.3 MB | 32-bit MSI64-bit MSI64-bit ZIP32-bit ZIP |
| 26.2.2.0 | August 26, 2026 | 107.3 MB | 32-bit ZIP64-bit ZIP32-bit MSI64-bit MSI |
| 26.2.1.1 | July 2, 2026 | 107.0 MB | 32-bit ZIP32-bit MSI64-bit ZIP64-bit MSI |
| 26.2.0.3 | June 16, 2026 | 107.0 MB | 64-bit MSI32-bit ZIP32-bit MSI64-bit ZIP |
| 26.2.0.2 | June 4, 2026 | 106.9 MB | 32-bit MSI32-bit ZIP64-bit MSI64-bit ZIP |
| 26.1.5.0 | May 21, 2026 | 107.7 MB | 64-bit ZIP64-bit MSI32-bit ZIP32-bit MSI |
| 26.1.4.0 | April 29, 2026 | 107.7 MB | 64-bit ZIP32-bit ZIP32-bit MSI64-bit MSI |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id ManicTime.ManicTime -echoco install manictime.install -yscoop install extras/manictimemsiexec /i manictime-setup-2026.2.4.0-win-x64.msi /qn /norestartmsiexec /x {187693FA-9322-49BF-9ECC-EEC5C15CD906} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
brew install --cask manictimeInformation
- Publisher
- Finkit d.o.o.
- Developer
- Finkit, d.o.o.
- Category
- Notes & to-do
- Licence
- Proprietary (30-day trialware)
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, 32-bit
- Installer
- MSI, Portable
- Other platforms
- macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
- Version
- 26.2.4.0
- Released
- October 24, 2026
- First release
- 2007
- Added to the catalogue
- June 2, 2021
- Versions listed
- 48
- Updates / year
- 8.9
- Chocolatey downloads
- 15,767
- Website
- manictime.com
- winget ID
- ManicTime.ManicTime
- Chocolatey package
- manictime.install
- Scoop package
- extras/manictime
- MSI product code
- {187693FA-9322-49BF-9ECC-EEC5C15CD906}
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is ManicTime free?
ManicTime is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary (30-day trialware)). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is ManicTime safe to download?
The download comes from cdn.manictime.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install ManicTime with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can ManicTime be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does ManicTime run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit and 32-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of ManicTime?
The versions page lists all 48 versions with links to their official installer files, back to June 2, 2021.
Can I use ManicTime without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to ManicTime?
Obsidian, Logseq, ActivityWatch, QOwnNotes and Evernote. The alternatives page compares them.
