Time-tracking and billing Mac app for freelancers and self-employed
Remember when you just bought software? We do.
Chronokura is a native Mac time tracking app built for freelancers. Track time with a single click — directly from the MenuBar or within the app. Manage your customers and projects, organize entries with categories, and save time with reusable snippets. Generate detailed PDF reports for your clients and keep a clear overview of your open, billed and paid revenue right from the dashboard. You can also create invoices with 3 different templates and send them directly via Apple Mail. Your data stays 100% on your Mac — no cloud, no account, no tracking. Choose where Chronokura stores your data, set up automatic backups, and work in one of 7 supported languages. Pay once, own it forever. No subscription, no hidden fees, no nonsense.
Chronokura is a one-time purchase that runs entirely on your Mac. No subscription, no cloud, no data leaving your device. Just fast, private time tracking for freelancers.
100 % local
Your data stays on your Mac
One-time purchase
Pay once, own it forever
No cloud
No account, no subsription, no tracking
Dashboard
The Chronokura dashboard gives you a real-time overview of your open, billed and paid revenue. Track your earnings over time with clear charts and always know where your business stands.
Manage clients and projects
Organize all your clients and projects in one place. Track time per project, set hourly rates, and have full visibility into your billable hours.
Menu bar timer — always one click away
Start tracking time directly from your Mac’s menu bar or within the app — without interrupting your workflow. Your timer runs silently in the background while you focus on work.
Detailed PDF reports
Export your time entries as a clean, professional PDF report with a few clicks. Perfect for sending to clients or keeping your own records.
Example Report
Invoicing
Create professional invoices and quotes in seconds, directly from your tracked time entries. Chronokura automatically pulls your open hours into line items. Choose from multiple layouts, add your logo, configure payment terms, and send everything straight from the app via E-mail. Get notified when payments are overdue, and set up recurring invoices for monthly retainers
Need to bill clients in the EU? Built-in ZUGFeRD / Factur-X support embeds machine-readable data directly into your PDF, fully compliant with European e-invoicing requirements.
Available in 7 Languages
Chronokura speaks your language. Full support for English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese and Slovak. Future language can be added, if you are missing something let me know.
Smart Organization and Data Control
Everything you need, nothing you don’t. Organize entries with Categories, save time with reusable Snippets, keep your data safe with automatic Backups, and choose exactly where Chronokura stores your data with custom Storage Location. All the functionality of the app can be seen in the documentation.
HemerAI — Your Private AI Assistant
Most AI tools send your data to the cloud. HemerAI is different — it runs entirely on your Mac, works offline, and never shares anything with anyone. The same privacy-first approach Apple is now bringing to macOS with Apple Intelligence. Just type what you need, the way you’d say it:
“Add 2 hours for Mustermann GmbH today”
“Create an invoice for all open entries from last month”
“What did I work on this week?”
HemerAI understands you and takes care of the rest — no menus, no manual input.
Setup in minutes — the app guides you through everything:
HemerAI uses Ollama, a free app that runs a small AI model directly on your Mac. Chronokura walks you through the installation step by step — no technical knowledge needed. Once set up, it works completely offline. Additionally you can also use Apple Intelligence. Simple tasks are processed directly on your device. For more complex requests, Apple may use Private Cloud Compute — your data is processed on Apple’s servers but never stored or shared. No subscription, no account, no data leaving your device to us. Ever.
Price: € 19,99
Simple, honest pricing
No subscription. No hidden fees. Pay once, own it forever. Try Chronokura for free before you buy, no credit card required. The free trial includes up to 2 customers, 1 project and 5 time entries so you can get a real feel for the app. When you’re ready to unlock the full experience, it’s a one-time purchase of €19,99. No subscription, ever.
- All features included
- Free Updates
- 7 languages
- Mac OS native
- Stored locally, unless you choose differently
Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ
Q: Is Chronokura really a one-time purchase?
A: Yes. You pay €19,99 once and own Chronokura forever. No subscription, no monthly fees, no surprises. Free updates are included.
Q: Where is my data stored?
A: Entirely on your Mac. Chronokura does not connect to any server or cloud service. You choose where your data is stored and it never leaves your device.
Q: Does Chronokura work without an internet connection?
A: Yes, completely. Chronokura is a fully offline app. You don’t need an internet connection to track time, manage clients or export reports.
Q: What Mac do I need to run Chronokura?
A: Chronokura requires macOS 26 or later. It runs natively on both Apple Silicon (M1 and later).
Q: Can I try Chronokura before buying?
A: Yes. The free trial lets you create up to 2 customers, 1 project and 5 time entries — no credit card required. When you’re ready, unlock the full app with a one-time purchase of €19,99. If you like you it you buy it and own it.
Q: What languages does Chronokura support?
A: Chronokura is available in English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese and Slovak.
Q: Can I export my data?
A: Yes. You can export detailed PDF reports of your time entries at any time. You can also set a custom storage location and configure automatic backups.
Q: Is Chronokura suitable for teams?
A: Chronokura is designed for freelancers and solo professionals. It is a single-user app that runs locally on your Mac. However, if you have multiple Macs you can use the app on all of those devices and sync them.
Will the AI be locally or will my data be used for AI training?
We integrated the AI locally. Either you use Ollama and download local AI models directly to your Mac — your data never leaves your device. Or you use Apple Intelligence: simple tasks run on-device, while more complex requests may use Apple’s Private Cloud Compute. In both cases, your data is never used for AI training and never shared with us. The Configurator makes setup very simple and recommends the best model for your machine.