LumOffice
Free employee computer monitoring software
About LumOffice
LumOffice is a cloud-based employee monitoring service that tracks time worked, activity levels, websites visited, applications used, and captures random screenshots. Managers view everything from a web dashboard with nothing to install on their end, while the lightweight agent runs on employees' Windows, Mac, or Linux computers.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Genuinely free plan with full feature access
- No installation required for managers — fully web-based
- Cross-platform agent for Windows, Mac, and Linux
- Pay-as-you-go billing with no contracts or cancellation fees
- Simple, fast 30-second setup
Cons
- Limited modern integrations compared to enterprise competitors
- UI feels dated next to newer monitoring suites
- Requires employee consent in EU and many jurisdictions
- Sparse public documentation and customer support resources
- Screenshot-heavy approach may feel invasive to staff
Key Features
Automatic Time Tracking
Tracks when and how long each employee works without manual timesheets.
Random Screenshots
Captures up to 30 screenshots per hour at randomized intervals for verification.
Activity Level Monitoring
Measures keyboard and mouse activity to gauge engagement throughout the day.
App & Website Tracking
Logs which applications are used and which websites are visited during work time.
Real-Time Web Dashboard
Managers see who is active, latest screenshots, and time data live from any browser.
Cross-Platform Agent
Lightweight tracker runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux workstations.
Remote Access
Dashboard is reachable from any browser, tablet, or mobile device.
SSL-Encrypted Data
All tracked data and screenshots are transmitted and stored over encrypted connections.
Pricing
- Full-featured monitoring
- 30-second sign up
- Time tracking
- Screenshots & activity levels
- App and website monitoring
- Web dashboard access
- Everything in Free
- Higher screenshot frequency
- Extended data retention
- Priority support
- SSL encryption
- Free regular updates
- Cancel anytime, no contracts
Best For
Remote Team Productivity Oversight
Managers of distributed teams verify work hours and activity without trusting self-reported timesheets.
Freelancer & Contractor Billing
Agencies confirm billable hours on client projects with screenshot evidence.
Small Business Time Tracking
SMBs replace manual time logs with automatic tracking that doubles as a productivity report.
Compliance & Audit Trail
Industries needing documented activity logs maintain a verifiable record of work performed.
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