Free Timecard Calculator (2026)

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Our free timecard calculator helps you track daily work hours for an entire week, automatically calculate regular and overtime hours, and estimate your total gross pay. Whether you’re an hourly employee, a manager tracking your team, or a freelancer logging billable hours, this tool gives you a fast, accurate weekly timecard breakdown — no spreadsheet required.

Free Timecard Calculator

Enter your start and end times for each day, your hourly rate, and any unpaid break time. Overtime is calculated at 1.5× for hours over 8 per day and over 40 per week.

Day Start Time End Time Break (min) Hours
Total Hours This Week 0.00

How This Free Timecard Calculator Works

This free timecard calculator is designed to be simple, fast, and accurate. Here is how to use it in three steps:

Step 1 — Enter Your Hours

Enter a start time and end time for each day you worked. If you took an unpaid lunch or break, enter the number of break minutes in the Break column. The calculator will automatically subtract your break time from the total hours for that day.

Step 2 — Choose Your Overtime Rule

Select the overtime rule that applies to your situation. Weekly overtime applies when you work more than 40 hours in a week — the standard FLSA rule for most US employees. Daily overtime applies when you work more than 8 hours in a single day — common in California and some other states. Select No Overtime if you are salaried or if overtime does not apply.

Step 3 — Enter Your Hourly Rate

Enter your regular hourly pay rate. Your overtime rate is automatically calculated at 1.5 times your regular rate. Click Calculate My Pay to see your regular pay, overtime pay, daily breakdown, and total gross earnings for the week.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is overtime calculated?

Under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), overtime is paid at 1.5 times your regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a single workweek. Some states, like California, use daily overtime — which triggers after 8 hours in a single day. This free timecard calculator supports both methods so you can choose whichever rule applies to you.

Does the calculator account for unpaid breaks?

Yes. You can enter break time in minutes for any day. The calculator subtracts your break time before calculating your total hours for that day, so your timecard is always accurate.

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Understanding Timecards and Overtime Pay

What Is a Timecard?

A timecard is a record of the hours an employee works each day and week. Timecards are used by employers to calculate payroll, track attendance, and comply with labor law. Hourly employees rely on timecards to make sure they are paid accurately for every hour they work — including any overtime hours they are legally entitled to.

Federal Overtime Law — The FLSA

The federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires employers to pay covered non-exempt employees at least 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. The FLSA does not require overtime pay for hours worked over 8 in a day — that is a state-level rule. Most employees in the United States are covered by the FLSA, though certain exemptions apply based on job duties and salary level. You can review the official FLSA overtime rules at the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division.

Daily Overtime — California and Other States

California requires daily overtime for hours worked over 8 in a single workday, and double time for hours over 12. A handful of other states have similar rules. If you work in a state with daily overtime, selecting the Daily (>8 hrs/day) option in this free timecard calculator will give you the most accurate result. Always verify the rules in your state — the DOL State Labor Office directory is a reliable resource for confirming your state’s overtime requirements.

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