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Timesheet
Free timesheet template for tracking hours worked, by day or by project.
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This free timesheet covers Approval with 9 clearly marked [placeholder] fields to fill in — built for small business owners and first-time managers handling an HR moment professionally without a dedicated HR department to lean on. Copy it into your own word processor, fill in the placeholders, and review it — or adapt it — before use. It's part of docstoc's free document template library, alongside business, legal, real estate, finance, and HR templates. Every template here is free to copy with no signup required, and each one carries a plain disclaimer: this is a starting point for informational purposes, not a substitute for advice from a licensed professional in your jurisdiction.
Timesheet
Employee: [Name] · Pay Period: [Start Date] – [End Date]
| Date | Project/Task | Time In | Time Out | Break | Total Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Date] | [Task] | [Time] | [Time] | [Duration] | [Hours] |
| [Date] | [Task] | [Time] | [Time] | [Duration] | [Hours] |
Total Hours This Period: [Number] Regular hours: [Number] · Overtime hours: [Number]
Approval
Employee signature: ______________________ Date: ____________ Manager approval: ______________________ Date: ____________
*For non-exempt (hourly) employees in the US, accurate time records aren't optional — they're what protects both the employee and employer if there's ever a wage dispute or audit.*
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What's included
- Edit online — click the document, fill in placeholders, download a PDF
- 1 standard section: Approval
- 9 clearly marked [placeholder] fields for quick personalizing
- Free to use — no account or signup required
- Fully editable — adjust any clause to match your actual situation
- Includes a signature block, ready to print or sign digitally
- Fixed docstoc.io footer on every PDF (not removable)
Who this template is for
Freelancers & solo founders
Handling routine business paperwork without commissioning custom legal drafting for every document.
Small businesses
Standardizing recurring documents — leases, agreements, notices — across a growing operation.
Anyone reviewing before signing
Using a clear starting structure to understand what a document should cover, even if a lawyer finalizes it.
Growing teams
Formalizing hiring and performance processes as a company adds its first employees.
FAQ
Is this timesheet template really free?
Yes. Like every template in docstoc's library, this timesheet is free to use, with no account or signup needed to view, edit, or download it.
What does this timesheet cover?
This hr template includes Approval. Fill in the [bracketed] placeholders, edit any clause online, then download a PDF — the docstoc.io footer stays on every export.
Is this legal advice?
No. This follows common HR practice, but requirements around notice, classification, and required disclosures shift by state and change over time. Get an employment attorney or HR professional to confirm compliance for your specific situation before relying on it.
Can I edit the wording?
Yes. All 9 placeholder fields and every clause are editable right on the page — change what doesn't fit, then download an updated PDF anytime.
Where can I find more free templates like this?
Browse more free hr and related document templates in the docstoc library at /document-templates/.
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- Employee Offer Letter
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- Employment Agreement
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