Power BI & API
Simple Timesheet provides an API you can connect to Power BI, Excel or other BI tools. Build live dashboards that refresh automatically with the latest time data.
Power BI & API
API access
The API serves your time entries, projects, tasks and users. No batch exports needed.
Power BI connector
Connect Power BI Desktop to the API, authenticate once, and start building visuals. Scheduled refresh keeps your reports up to date.
Custom dashboards
Combine timesheet data with other sources — finance, CRM, project management — in a single Power BI workspace for cross-functional insights.
Works with other BI tools
Excel, Tableau, custom scripts — anything that can call an API can consume your timesheet data.
Connect in three steps
Get your API URL
Go to Settings → Integrations → API in Simple Timesheet. Copy the endpoint URL and generate an API key.
Add a data source in Power BI
In Power BI Desktop add a web or API data source, paste the URL and enter your API key for authentication.
Build your report
Drag fields onto the canvas, create measures, and publish the report to Power BI Service for scheduled refresh and sharing.
API & Power BI FAQ
How do I authenticate to the API?
Generate an API key in your team settings and send it with each request.
Can I use this with Excel instead of Power BI?
Yes. Connect Excel to the API to pull live data into your spreadsheets.
Is the API available on the free plan?
Yes. The API is included on every plan, free and paid.
How often can I refresh data in Power BI?
You can refresh as often as your Power BI licence allows — typically up to 8 times a day on Pro, or near-real-time with Premium.
Build live dashboards from your timesheet data
Connect Power BI or any BI tool in minutes. The API is included on every plan.
No credit card required