Getting Started
Install Snap for Harvest and start tracking time in minutes. This guide will walk you through installation, setup, and your first time entry.
Installation
Follow these steps to install Snap for Harvest from the Chrome Web Store:
- Visit the Chrome Web Store listing
- Click the Add to Chrome button
- Confirm the installation by clicking Add extension in the popup
- The Snap for Harvest icon will appear in your browser toolbar
Tip: Pin the extension to your toolbar for quick access. Right-click the extension icon and select "Pin".
Connect Your Harvest Account
Before you can track time, you need to connect your Harvest account:
- Click the Snap for Harvest icon in your browser toolbar
- Click Sign in with Harvest
- Enter your Harvest credentials (or sign in via Google/SSO if configured)
- Grant the extension permission to access your Harvest data
- You'll be redirected back to the extension
Note: Your Harvest credentials are stored securely in your browser and never sent to our servers. The extension communicates directly with Harvest's API.
Requirements
To use Snap for Harvest, you need:
- Chrome browser: Version 88 or higher (also works on Chromium-based browsers like Edge, Brave, etc.)
- Active Harvest account: If you don't have one, sign up for Harvest
- Internet connection: Required for syncing with Harvest
Your First Time Entry
Now that you're set up, let's track your first time entry:
Option 1: From Google Calendar
- Open Google Calendar
- Click on any calendar event
- Click the Snap for Harvest button in the event dialog
- Select your project and task
- Click Start Timer
Option 2: From Notion
- Open any Notion page
- Click the Snap for Harvest button in the toolbar (next to Share)
- Select your project and task
- Click Start Timer
Option 3: From Any Website
- Right-click the extension icon
- Select Add Custom Site
- The Snap for Harvest button will appear on that site
- Click it to start tracking time
Next Steps
Now that you're set up, explore the specific integration guides:
