TriggerToggl TrackReal-timeUpdated May 2026
How do I trigger when a Toggl timer starts?
Short answer: Drop the "Toggl Track → Timer Started" trigger on your workflow canvas, add filters if you want them, and publish. It fires within seconds of the event in Toggl Track, not on a polling schedule.
Anatomy
What this trigger looks like in a workflow.
Drop it on the canvas. Configure a couple of fields. Publish.
In the builder
Trigger
Timer Started
When the matching event happens
on timer startedwhen timer startednew timer startedwhen a timer is started in togglwatch for timer started
What this trigger returns
for the curiousYou don’t need to read this. Tiny Command auto-maps every field into the visual picker so downstream nodes can pull values by clicking. We show it here for power users who want to know what’s on the wire.
{"id": 12345678,"duration": null,"description": "Working on project"}
Output shape
Fields available to downstream nodes.
Every field below can be referenced by name in any action or filter that comes after this trigger.
| Field | Type | Example |
|---|---|---|
| id | number | 12345678 |
| duration | null | null |
| description | string | "Working on project" |
Pairs with
Drop these actions after Timer Started.
FAQ
Questions about Timer Started.
How does the Timer Started trigger work in Toggl Track?
Fires whenever a Toggl Track timer is started. Use it to update presence (set Slack status to "in focus"), kick off do-not-disturb, or log the activity start to a calendar.
Is the Timer Started trigger real-time?
Yes. Timer Started uses webhooks or push subscriptions, not polling. Your workflow fires within seconds of the event happening in Toggl Track.
What data does Timer Started return?
The full event payload from Toggl Track. The output shape table on this page lists every field, its type, and an example value so you can map fields into downstream nodes.
Can I filter Timer Started so only some events start a workflow?
Yes. Add a Filter node right after the trigger and match on any field, whether that's subject, sender, status, or anything else in the payload. Workflows only continue when the filter passes.
Do I need Toggl Track admin permissions to use Timer Started?
For most Toggl Track accounts a standard user can authorize the trigger. Some Toggl Track plans require an admin to enable third-party webhooks. Check Toggl Track's docs if the trigger fails to register.
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