DeskLedger: Desk timer sync

Bridges a physical desk timer with software time tracking to auto-log per-project hours

Problem

A user wants a physical time tracker on their desk that stays visible while working, records time per task and subject, and syncs to an app or SaaS. Existing physical timers are isolated, software trackers are easy to forget to start, and at day's end total working time is unclear.

Solution

A desk timer firmware (Bluetooth/serial) plus companion SaaS: press a physical button to start or switch projects, data syncs live to a dashboard, hours aggregate by subject daily and weekly, and export is supported. The MVP can use a phone browser as a virtual physical button to lower the hardware barrier.

Users

Freelancers, remote workers, students and consultants who bill or track time by project

MVP

Minimal desk timer solution (phone shortcut buttons instead of hardware at first); one-tap project switching and timing; daily/weekly hours by subject and project; CSV export; always-on desktop dashboard.

Revenue

SaaS subscription; open-source hardware or affiliate links; premium adds multi-device sync and team reports.

Why now

Remote and freelance workers increasingly want time visibility, but hardware and software are fragmented. Validate with pure software first, then iterate on hardware affordably.