Smoothly Transition from Toggl to TrackingTime: Step-by-Step Guide

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Nowadays, making the switch from Toggl to TrackingTime is much easier than you might think. Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to ensure an easy transition to TrackingTime:

Acknowledge Toggl’s Impact

First off, Toggl is a great product that has been around since the early days of time tracking software when most people didn’t even know what time tracking actually was. As one of the pioneering products in this space, Toggl has played a crucial role in introducing users to the benefits of modern time tracking solutions.

Why Some Users Switch to a Toggl Alternative

Over the years, many Toggl customers have opted to switch to TrackingTime for various reasons. While some have expressed concerns about Toggl’s increasing prices, lack of support, slow updates, or missing critical features, others have simply fallen in love with our app.

However, if you find Toggl is no longer the right fit for your team and are exploring alternatives, we encourage you to give TrackingTime a try. We’re confident that you’ll love the features and benefits we offer.

Effortless Data Migration

To start with, one major concern when switching platforms is data migration. Rest assured, migrating your team’s hours from Toggl to TrackingTime is incredibly simple and hassle-free. Here’s how you do it:

Step 1: Export Your Toggl Data

  1. First, log into your Toggl account and go to Reports > Detailed and select the time period you’d like to export. All hours tracked by all account users during the selected time range will be listed.

2. Select Export in CSV. The file is going to look something like this:

Export from toggl

Step 2: Import Your Time Data to TrackingTime

1. Then, head over to your TrackingTime account and select Data Import on the upper right menu.

2. Upload the CSV file you just exported from Toggl.

3. Match the columns of the file with the columns required by TrackingTime (e.g., task, start time).

4. Click on the Import button displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Review the overview of all time entries, tasks, projects, etc., to be imported. If everything looks good, click Confirm.

Overview of all data from toggl

That’s it! Your Toggl data will be seamlessly imported into your TrackingTime account. Depending on the size of your data set, the process may take anywhere from a few seconds to a few minutes.

Make the switch today and enjoy the benefits of TrackingTime’s user-friendly interface, extensive features, and outstanding support.

Lastly, remember that we’re here to assist you every step of the way. If you have any questions or need help during the migration process, feel free to reach out to our dedicated support team.

Switch from Toggl to TrackingTime now and elevate your time tracking experience!

How to Switch from Toggl to TrackingTime

  1. Step 1: Explore TrackingTime as an Alternative

    First, take a closer look at TrackingTime and familiarize yourself with the features and benefits it offers. Understanding what TrackingTime brings to the table will build your confidence in the switch.

  2. Step 2: Preparing for Data Migration

    Then, before you dive into the migration process, ensure you have access to both your Toggl and TrackingTime accounts.

  3. Step 3: Export Your Toggl Data

    Now, log into your Toggl account. Navigate to the “Reports” section and click on “Detailed.” Select the time period you want to export data for.

  4. Step 4: Import Your Time Data to TrackingTime

    Moreover, look for the “Data Import” option in the upper right menu and click on it. Upload the CSV file you exported from Toggl. When you’re ready, click on the “Import” button displayed at the bottom of the screen.

  5. Step 5: Data Migration Completion

    Congratulations! Your Toggl data has now been successfully imported into your TrackingTime account.