How to Enable Time Tracking in Jira
- George Apostolov
How to Enable Time Tracking in Jira: step-by-step guide
Click on the gear icon in the top-right corner of Jira.
Select 'Issues' under the 'Jira settings' section.
In the left-hand menu, scroll down to the 'Time tracking' section under 'Issue Features' and click on it.
Click 'Edit settings'.
Click on 'Save' to enable time tracking.
With time tracking enabled, your team can better manage and monitor the time spent on tasks, helping to ensure projects stay on schedule.
Quick answer: To enable time tracking in Jira, click the top-right gear icon and select Issues under Jira settings. Scroll down to the Time tracking section in the left-hand menu and click it. Next, click Edit settings, then click Save to enable time tracking and help your team manage task time.
About this Jira tutorial
Manage project schedules by enabling time tracking in Jira. Access issue settings, edit time tracking configurations, and save your changes. This guide shows how to enable Time Tracking in Jira in 6 steps, starting with "Click on the gear icon in the top-right corner of Jira" and finishing with "With time tracking enabled, your team can better manage and monitor the time spent on t...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Jira interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to enable Time Tracking in Jira?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Jira data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Jira. Related guides: How to Enable Zephyr in Jira Project, How to enable zephyr scale in jira and How to export backlog from jira to excel. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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