Start with the pages you will actually use
These are the highest-value setup, tracking, reporting, and focus guides in the Chronoid docs.
Setup
Install Chronoid
Download the app, place it in Applications, and get the first launch right.
Setup
Grant Permissions
Enable the macOS permissions Chronoid needs for accurate automatic tracking.
Tracking
Review Automatic Tracking
Understand what Chronoid records in the background and how schedules work.
Projects
Create Your First Project
Set up projects so activity gets categorized into meaningful client or personal work.
Reports
See Stats And Reports
Read daily and long-term reporting to understand focus, work hours, and trends.
Focus
Use The Pomodoro Timer
Run focused sessions with breaks directly from Chronoid’s menu bar workflow.
Focus
Block Distracting Sites
Use the web blocker to enforce focus sessions and scheduled distraction limits.
AI
Set Up AI Features
Connect an AI provider and explore AI Assistant, attachments, and related workflows.
Welcome to Chronoid
Chronoid is a time tracking and productivity app for macOS. It automatically tracks what you work on, helps you stay focused, and gives you insights into how you spend your time.
Use the cards above to jump into the setup, tracking, reporting, and focus guides most people need first.
Recommended path
- Install Chronoid and launch it once
- Grant the required permissions so automatic tracking works properly
- Create your first project before reviewing tracked activity
- Check your stats and reports after a day or two of usage
Common workflows
- Set up automatic tracking
- Review all tracking controls
- Create rules for project auto-assignment
- Start using the Pomodoro timer
- Enable the web blocker for focus sessions
- Connect an AI provider
- Set up Screen Time Sync
Need Help?
- Browse the documentation using the sidebar
- Search by feature area using the landing links on each docs index page
- Email us at support@chronoid.app