EmpMonitor is an open-source employee monitoring software that captures real-time computer activity, tracks attendance, and generates productivity reports for remote, hybrid, and in-office teams.
What is EmpMonitor?
EmpMonitor is an open-source workforce management platform that collects employee computer activity (URLs, applications, idle time, screenshots) and transforms it into dashboards, productivity scores, and attendance records. It runs on Windows (all versions, Server 2003–2012, 32/64-bit), macOS (10.8+), and Linux/Ubuntu (16, 18, 20). Developed by EmpMonitor (est. 2014), the software is used by 15,000+ companies across 100+ countries to monitor over 500,000 employees.
Key Features
- Real-time dashboard — View live activity of all team members, including active time, application usage, and idle periods, updated continuously.
- URL and app tracking — Logs every website visited and application used, with per-user and per-time breakdowns in generated reports.
- Idle time detection — Automatically flags periods of inactivity based on keyboard/mouse input, configurable thresholds.
- Productivity calculation — Assigns productivity scores per employee based on time spent on classified productive vs. non-productive apps/websites.
- Screenshot and screen recording — Captures periodic screenshots and real-time screencasts (newly launched) for complete task transparency.
- Attendance tracking — Records clock-in/clock-out times, integrates with HRMS, and generates attendance sheets. (See Attendance Management feature)
- Task and project management — Create, assign, and track tasks within the same interface; monitor progress and deadlines.
- HRMS integration — Built-in human resources management for employee profiles, leaves, and payroll data.
- Data security — Encrypted local database storage before transmission to server; access controls for authorized users.
Who is it for?
- HR managers — Use automated attendance tracking and productivity reports to evaluate employee performance and manage leave.
- IT directors and project managers — Monitor remote/hybrid teams in real time, detect security risks, and allocate resources based on app usage data.
- Call center supervisors — Assess agent work patterns via live dashboard and screencast recordings to improve customer handling.
- Forensics or compliance teams — Derive evidence of malicious activity through keystroke logs, screenshots, and URL history.
What can you do with EmpMonitor?
- Amplify maximum productivity — Identify distractions by reviewing app/URL usage and set productivity goals; use insights to restructure workflows. (Workforce productivity engagement software)
- Hassle-free hybrid team management — View daily statistics for active time, activity levels, and screenshots to maintain oversight across remote employees.
- Employee attendance tracking — Replace manual timesheets with automated clock-in/out, idle time detection, and attendance reports that integrate with payroll.
- Data security and privacy protection — Restrict unauthorized data access and monitor file transfers; store all monitoring data on a secure server database.
Pricing
EmpMonitor offers three paid yearly plans:
- Bronze (1–10 users) — $4.66/user/month, includes HRMS, URL/app tracking, real-time dashboard, idle time tracking, and productivity calculation.
- Silver (11–50 users) — $3.83/user/month, same features as Bronze.
- Gold (51–200 users) — $3.00/user/month, same features as Bronze.
All plans support Windows, macOS, and Linux clients. A free trial is available. (Explore pricing page)
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