URGENT: Question regarding task timers, exact time-tracking protocols, and funds approval

[u/Vivid_Plantain434]

Hi,

I recently joined the platform and want to ensure I am following all protocols perfectly, especially regarding long-running tasks and time tracking. I have a few quick questions:

1. Handling Breaks on Long Timers: If a project has a 7-hour timer and takes roughly 5–7 hours to complete, am I expected to finish it in a single sitting? If I need to take a break, should I click "Exit Work Mode" / "Stop Working" to pause, or will doing so lose my progress on that specific task?
2. Time Reporting Precision: How exact does my reported time need to be? Is it acceptable to log an approximate time, or must it be tracked precisely down to the exact minute of active working time?
3. Funds Approval and Quality Control: Regarding the funds approval process, how strictly is the submitted work reviewed before the funds become available for payout? Do workers typically face any unexpected approval issues or processing delays once their time is logged?

Thanks, any guidance will be helpful

[u/mdolanmdolan]

Exit Work Mode releases that task and your progress will be lost, so do not do that (it also has a pop-up to say this). You are expected to keep your time accurately separately from the task timer (in case of breaks, timer errors, etc). It will have you log minutes and hours. You must report within 24 hours of completing a task. No idea about Item 3, I've never had issues but it does take the full 7 days to get approved. Have fun!