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Improve Workplace Efficiency With Employee Productivity Monitoring Software
Empower teams with clear productivity insights and see how work happens while protecting privacy. Starting $5/user/month.
No credit card required.
Trusted by local and state government agencies , healthcare organizations, professional services firms, and more.
Built for Trust
Maintain compliance and employee trust with privacy-first controls.
Customize based on your needs
Track only the information you need (websites, apps, idle time).
Screenshot Monitoring
Capture desktops for audits or investigations, keep them off for everyday analytics.
Work-Hours Scheduling
Restrict monitoring to defined work hours, shifts, or teams.
Policy-Driven Monitoring
Configure rules to meet GDPR/CCPA or internal compliance policies.
Improve Productivity
81%
companies that implemented monitoring software saw an increase in employee productivity
Detect Time Theft
52%
of employers have found an employee working a second job while on the clock, thanks to monitoring software
Optimize Software Spend
36%
of desktop software & 29% of SaaS spend is underutilized or wasted, according to Flexera’s State of ITAM 2023 report
Turn Activity Data Into
Business Outcomes
Maintain compliance and employee trust with privacy-first controls.
Boost Productivity, Minimize Distractions
Identify time spent on non-work sites and apps, and help employees focus.
Cut SaaS Spend & Digital Waste by 48%
Optimize license usage and reduce Shadow IT with clear software usage and app adoption reports.
Prove Compliance & Enforce Policies
Automate reports at will for HR, IT, and compliance teams, complete with risk alerts.
Accelerate HR Investigations
Provide evidence-ready trails and optional screenshots when compliance issues arise.
Choosing the Best Employee Productivity Monitoring Software
Following are the key steps to select the best employee productivity
monitoring software for your organization:
Prioritize Productivity Tracking and Reporting
Look for software that can accurately track how employees spend their time and generate detailed reports. This will allow you to measure productivity, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions to enhance efficiency.
Ensure Strong Data Security
Choose a solution with robust security features to protect sensitive company information. The software should help you detect and prevent insider threats, ensuring your data remains secure.
Respect Employee Privacy
Select a tool that avoids invasive practices (Unless opted for), like continuous video recording or keystroke logging. Instead, look for software that is transparent and complies with privacy regulations.
Align with Company Culture
Find a solution that fits your organization’s values and supports a culture of trust. The right software will help you enhance monitoring productivity without compromising the relationship with your employees.
See BrowseReporter in Action
Watch how easy it is to track productivity with employee productivity monitoring software
while maintaining trust and compliance.
Feature Highlights
BrowseReporter is built around five core pillars, designed for productivity, compliance, and trust.
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Real-Time Monitoring
See website, app, and idle time activity as it happens, across individuals or teams.
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App & Web Usage Reports
Discover which tools are used productively and which digital distractions consume work hours.
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Idle Time Tracking
Capture keyboard and mouse inactivity to distinguish true downtime from active work.
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Remote & Hybrid Ready
Compare productivity and engagement across in-office, remote, and hybrid teams. Get location insights!
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Automated Reports & Alerts
Deliver scheduled or event-triggered reports directly to managers, HR, or compliance teams.
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Acceptable Use Enforcement
Pair with BrowseControl to block risky websites and apps instantly, backed by audit-ready evidence.
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Tracking Scheduler
Limit activity tracking to designated work hours or shifts, keeping monitoring aligned with organizational policies.
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Employee Privacy Settings
Choose which data to collect (websites, apps, idle time) and exclude what isn't necessary.
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Stealth or Transparent Mode
Run BrowseReporter silently in the background or notify employees based on your policies.
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Configurable Privacy Controls
Restrict monitoring to specific hours, departments, or devices to match internal compliance standards.
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Optional Screenshot Monitoring
Screenshots are off by default; enable them only when evidence is required for HR or audits.
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Software License Optimization
Identify unused or underutilized licenses, reallocate them, and reduce unnecessary SaaS costs.
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Usage-Based Budgeting
Spot trends in app adoption to forecast software needs accurately.
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SQL Server Support & Scalability
Use the built-in Microsoft SQL Express database or connect to your enterprise SQL server for large-scale deployments.
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Central Web Console
Manage all monitoring and reporting from a single dashboard, with optional Active Directory integration.
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Role-Based Access & Security
Protect sensitive data with 2FA, password policies, and privilege-based permissions.
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Scalable Deployment
Built to support both small teams and enterprise rollouts with flexible hosting options.
Why Employers Monitor Employees
Among organizations that don’t restrict internet activity, 58% of employees spend the equivalent of 26 workdays per year on websites unrelated to their job
79%
Understand How Staff Spend Time
Get insights into productivity patterns and time allocation across your organization
65%
Ensure Staff Work a Full Day
Verify that employees are actively engaged during working hours
50%
Prevent Personal Use
Minimize non-work activities during company time to boost productivity
Maximizing Workplace Efficiency and Security
Employee Productivity Monitoring With BrowseReporter
Why Choose BrowseReporter?
Solution | Positioning | Price | Features | Privacy Stance | Value |
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CurrentWare Recommended | Balanced analytics + privacy controls | $5/user/mo (clear) | Real-time monitoring, idle tracking, SaaS optimization, privacy scheduling | Optional screenshots, clear scope controls | Best Value |
ActivTrak | Insight, not oversight | $10-19/user/mo | Productivity dashboards, wellness features | Emphasizes non-invasive analytics | Limited |
Teramind | Deep surveillance + DLP | $14/user/mo minimal $70 for 5 users | Keystrokes, OCR, audio & screen recording | Surveillance-first | Limited |
Insightful | ROI-driven workforce analytics | From $6.4/user/mo | Productivity scoring, integrations | Claims "non-intrusive" but screenshot-heavy | Limited |
Hubstaff | Transparency guardrails | From $7/user/mo | Time tracking, screenshots, GPS | Explicitly no keystrokes/emails/cameras | Limited |
Compliance & Security First
Trusted by Compliance Driven Industries
Organizations with the strictest regulatory requirements trust CurrentWare to maintain
compliance while monitoring employee productivity.
Healthcare
Local and State Governement
Professional Services
How Businesses Rely on
BrowseReporter
"CurrentWare is a gamechanger! We use it nearly every day to get insights into things like software adoption rates, employee productivity, and proof of work for our clients."
"My main reasons for choosing CurrentWare was the very fair cost per user and overall solid product that gave more options with a lower price tag, high accuracy, and solid customer support. CurrentWare has a long history of being there. Whenever we need something, I can call you guys up and you're there. You go above and beyond in helping."
"BrowseReporter gave us the visibility we needed to stop shadow IT and stay compliant—without eroding trust."
Location & Attendance Insights
Keep a pulse on workforce presence and simplify attendance tracking.
Get Insights Based on Employee Location
- Promote flexibility without sacrificing accountability
- See who is in-office, remote, or hybrid at a glance
- Improve productivity & security no matter where employees work
Simplify Attendance Management
- Enforce return-to-office mandates and ensure hybrid compliance
- Detect "coffee badging" with visibility into actual hours worked
- Gain valuable insights into employee preferences for locations and schedules
Employee Monitoring
Starter Kit
Complete implementation guide with templates and best practices
Free Resource
Employee Monitoring Starter Kit
Give your organization the tools it needs to implement a successful employee monitoring strategy.
No Credit Card Required • Instant download
Real-Time Employee Productivity Insights
Get comprehensive visibility into individual employee productivity with detailed activity tracking, productivity scores, and real-time application usage monitoring.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
BrowseReporter (Standalone)
Employee Monitoring & Analytics
- Real-time Monitoring
- Idle Tracking
- SaaS Cost Optimization
- Privacy Scheduling
- Screenshot Monitoring
- Tracking Application Usage
Full CurrentWare Suite
AccessPatrol + BrowseReporter + BrowseControl + enPowerManager
- Everything in AccessPatrol
- Web browsing monitoring
- Website blocking
- Bandwidth management
- Power management
- Comprehensive reporting
- Multi-tool integration
Volume Discounts Available:Save up to 30% for teams of 100+ users
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about employee monitoring and BrowseReporter
Employee productivity monitoring software is a tool that tracks how employees spend their work time across websites, applications, and devices. It provides managers with insights into productivity trends, idle time, and digital distractions to improve focus, optimize resources, and ensure compliance.
BrowseReporter tracks productivity by monitoring web, app, and idle activity in real time. It generates detailed usage reports, highlights non-work activities, and identifies software adoption trends. Optional screenshots, location insights, and work-hour scheduling give managers a complete yet privacy-conscious view of employee productivity.
Yes. Employee monitoring software is legal for remote workers as long as it complies with privacy laws (such as GDPR and CCPA) and employees are informed about monitoring practices. BrowseReporter supports compliance by offering transparent policies, customizable data scope, and privacy-first features.
BrowseReporter protects employee privacy with policy-driven monitoring controls. Employers can limit tracking to work hours, disable screenshots, and configure what data is collected. These transparency and privacy options help organizations comply with regulations while maintaining employee trust.
Yes. BrowseReporter includes SaaS usage and license adoption reports that reveal underused or redundant software. By identifying unused licenses and shadow IT, organizations can cut SaaS waste and optimize spending, reducing costs by up to 48%.
Industries that handle compliance, remote work, or billable hours benefit most, including healthcare, government, professional services, education, technology, and manufacturing. These sectors use BrowseReporter to boost productivity, ensure compliance, and provide proof of work.
BrowseReporter offers balanced productivity insights with strong privacy controls at a clear price ($5/user/month). Unlike ActivTrak, which emphasizes wellness features, or Teramind, which focuses on deep surveillance, BrowseReporter provides real-time productivity monitoring, SaaS optimization, and compliance-ready reports without invasive keystroke logging or audio recording.
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