Break Calculator
Work out paid time when breaks are unpaid: enter clock in, clock out and the break length, and the calculator shows net paid duration and decimal hours.
Result
- Paid duration
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- Break deducted
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- Gross time
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- Decimal hours
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- Seconds
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Calculations happen in your browser. The times you enter are never uploaded and are not sent to analytics.
Paid vs Unpaid Time
Gross time is the time between clocking in and clocking out. The unpaid break is deducted to produce the paid duration. 09:00 to 17:30 with a 45 minute break is 8 hours net, or 8.00 decimal hours.
Multiple Breaks
Enter the combined break minutes if you take several short breaks, or use the time card calculator for a weekly view where each day keeps its own break.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are all breaks unpaid?
Not necessarily — it depends on your employer and jurisdiction. This tool simply deducts the break you enter.
What if the break is longer than the shift?
The calculator shows a clear validation message instead of a negative time.
Can I include a lunch and two short breaks?
Yes — enter the total minutes, for example 30 + 10 + 10 = 50.