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The other plugin only works with Wakatime; it only connects to Wakatime, so it doesn't work. Also, the version I made during High Seas is much more advanced; it tracks literally anything a person does, not just scripting and playtesting.
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# Roblox Studio Setup Guide
# Set Up Hackatime with Roblox Studio
![Roblox Studio](/images/editor-icons/roblox-studio-128.png)
Follow these steps to start tracking your game development in Roblox Studio with Hackatime.
This guide will walk you through setting up **Hackatime** to automatically track your game development time in **Roblox Studio**.
## Step 1: Log into Hackatime
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Make sure you have a [Hackatime account](https://hackatime.hackclub.com) and are logged in.
## Step 1: Log In to Your Hackatime Account
## Step 2: Run the Setup Script
First, make sure you have a **Hackatime account** and are logged in. If you don't have an account, you can create one at [hackatime.hackclub.com](https://hackatime.hackclub.com).
Visit the [setup page](https://hackatime.hackclub.com/my/wakatime_setup) to automatically configure your API key and endpoint. This ensures everything works perfectly with Hackatime.
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## Step 3: Install Roblox Studio Plugin
## Step 2: Install the Hackatime Roblox Studio Plugin
Follow the detailed plugin installation instructions on the [WakaTime Roblox Studio page](https://wakatime.com/roblox-studio).
Next, you'll need to install the Hackatime plugin directly within Roblox Studio:
The WakaTime plugin will automatically use your Hackatime configuration after running the setup script.
1. Open **Roblox Studio**.
2. Navigate to the **Toolbox**.
3. In the Toolbox search bar, select **"Plugins"** from the dropdown filter.
4. Search for **"HackaTime Roblox"**.
5. Install the plugin published by **"ThisWhity"**.
![Toolbox filter showing Plugins selected](https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/65931fad-fa16-4df6-9a07-eadf1e2aaf07)
*Filter the Toolbox by "Plugins"*
![Toolbox search results showing HackaTime Roblox plugin](https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/13233bf7-b876-4c29-b690-9ebbcb796488)
*Install the "HackaTime Roblox" plugin by ThisWhity*
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## Step 3: Configure the Plugin with Your API Key
Now, you'll connect the plugin to your Hackatime account using your unique API key:
1. Get your API key by visiting [hackatime.hackclub.com/my/wakatime_setup](https://hackatime.hackclub.com/my/wakatime_setup). It will look something like this: `xxxxxxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxxxxxxxxxx`.
![Screenshot showing API Key on Hackatime website](https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/635cab06-36cb-4351-819b-62403b6c6885)
*Your API key from the Hackatime website*
2. In Roblox Studio, open the **Hackatime plugin**. You'll usually find it under the "Plugins" tab in the Ribbon bar.
![Screenshot showing the Hackatime plugin tab with API key input](https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/c241dbe2-6f9a-44bf-adb9-f0b4780227db)
*Open the Plugin*
4. Paste your API key into the API key box. And hit "Save API Key"
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## Troubleshooting
- **Not seeing your time?** Make sure you completed the [setup page](https://hackatime.hackclub.com/my/wakatime_setup) first
- **Plugin not working?** Try restarting Roblox Studio after installation
- **Still stuck?** Ask for help in [Hack Club Slack](https://hackclub.slack.com) (#hackatime-v2 channel)
### ERR\_NETWORK: Plugin Cannot Connect to Hackatime
## Next Steps
If you see an **ERR\_NETWORK** message, it means the plugin can't connect to Hackatime. This is likely due to you not allowing HTTP request from the plugin:
Once configured, your activity time will automatically appear on your [Hackatime dashboard](https://hackatime.hackclub.com). Happy game developing!
1. Open the "Manage Plugins".
2. Hit the edit icon.
3. Ensure that **"hackatime.hackclub.com"** is enabled.
![Screenshot showing Game Settings with Security tab open and Allow HTTP Requests highlighted](https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/c3533d87-2b06-4ba8-a1c5-7416332578e9)
*Open Plugin Managment*
![Screenshot showing Allow HTTP Requests enabled](https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/86bea3e2-dbbe-496f-acd4-f5963c208767)
*Allow HTTP requests*
### Still Stuck?
If you're still experiencing issues, don't hesitate to ask for help in the **#hackatime-v2 channel** on the [Hack Club Slack](https://hackclub.slack.com).
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## What's Next?
Once the plugin is successfully configured, your Roblox Studio activity time will automatically start appearing on your [Hackatime dashboard](https://hackatime.hackclub.com).
Happy game developing!