Download the Protiv manual time import template and learn how to import time via Duration, Check-in/Checkout, or Payroll Period.
Yes! If you need to manually import time data into Protiv—whether you don’t have an integration or just need to correct or add time entries manually—we’ve got you covered with a simple, ready-to-use template.
When should I use this template?
👉 No Integration? If you’re not using a time-tracking integration, you’ll need to import time manually.
👉 Fixing Mistakes? If your time data didn’t pull in correctly, manually importing it with this template keeps things clean.
👉 Partial Data? If you have some time data from an integration but need to add missing hours, this is the fastest way to do it.
How do I get the template?
📂 Click below to download the manual time import template.
🔗 Get the Protiv Manual Time Import Template (Click to Copy)
(This link will force a copy, so you can save your own version to edit.)
How do I use the template?
1️⃣ Choose Your Import Type
When importing time, you’ll need to select one of the following formats:
✔️ Duration → Tracks the total hours worked per employee, without specific start/end times.
✔️ Check-in/Checkout → Tracks the exact start and end times for shifts.
✔️ Payroll Period → Groups time data by pay period rather than individual shifts.
2️⃣ Fill Out the Template Based on Your Import Type
⏳ Duration (Total Hours Worked per Day) – Most Common
- Enter Employee Name
- Enter Date
- Enter Total Hours Worked (e.g., 8.5)
✔️ Use this if you don’t track exact start and end times, just total hours.
🕒 Check-in/Checkout (Start & End Times)
- Enter Employee Name
- Enter Date of shift
- Enter Start Time (e.g., 7:30 AM)
- Enter End Time (e.g., 4:00 PM)
✔️ Use this if you track punch-in and punch-out times.
📅 Payroll Period (Grouped by Pay Period)
- Enter Employee Name
- Enter Payroll Period Start Date
- Enter Payroll Period End Date
- Enter Total Hours Worked for the Period
✔️ Use this if you enter time in weekly or biweekly pay periods, rather than daily shifts.
3️⃣ Save & Upload Your File
1️⃣ Save the file as .CSV or Excel (XLS).
2️⃣ Go to the Import page in your Protiv dashboard.
3️⃣ Upload the file and follow the prompts to match columns.
4️⃣ Confirm & import—you’re done! 🎉
📖 Need a step-by-step walkthrough?
Check out the full guide here:
🔗 How do I import time data into Protiv if I don’t have an integration?
Need help?
🤔 Got questions? We’ve got your back.
📩 Email: help@protiv.com
💬 Chat: Available in your Protiv dashboard under the Resource section.