Assignment Tracker
A free online homework tracker for students. Add assignments by subject, set due dates, and mark tasks done — no login, no app download, no account required.
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How to use the assignment tracker
Add your subject and assignment
Type the subject (e.g. Math, Biology) and describe the task — an essay, problem set, reading, or lab report.
Set a due date
Pick the deadline. The tracker highlights overdue items in red so nothing slips through.
Update status as you work
Click the status badge to cycle from To Do → In Progress → Done. Completed tasks move to the bottom automatically.
Why students use an online assignment tracker
Missing a deadline costs more than just a late penalty — it compounds. One overdue assignment creates stress that makes the next one harder to start. A simple homework tracker breaks that cycle by giving you a single, honest view of everything you owe and when.
Unlike a downloaded assignment tracker app, this tool is always one browser tab away — no sync issues, no account to log into, no notifications draining your battery. It works best as a daily habit: open it with your morning coffee, add anything new from the day's classes, and check off what you finish before you close your laptop.
- Separate assignments by subject so you can see which class is heaviest
- Due dates surface what's urgent without you having to think
- Overdue items turn red — no hiding from them
- The Done count at the bottom is surprisingly motivating
Frequently asked questions
Is this assignment tracker completely free?
Yes — no account, no subscription, no download. Open the page and start tracking immediately.
Will my assignments be saved if I close the browser?
Yes. Everything is saved to your browser's localStorage, so your list persists across sessions on the same device. Clearing your browser data will erase the list.
How is this different from an assignment tracker app?
Mobile assignment tracker apps require a download and often an account. This tool runs entirely in your browser — no setup, works on any device.
Can I use this as a homework tracker app?
Absolutely. Add any homework task, set a due date, and move it through To Do → In Progress → Done as you work.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes, the tracker is fully responsive and works on phones, tablets, and desktops.
Does this assignment tracker send deadline notifications?
No — this is a browser-based tool with no push notifications. Overdue assignments turn red when you open the page. If you need reminders, pair this with Google Calendar or a dedicated app like Todoist.
How does it compare to other options?
The best assignment tracker is the one you actually open every day. Here's how this tool stacks up against the common alternatives.
| This tool | Notion | Google Sheets | Todoist | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Login required | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Setup time | None | High | Medium | Low |
| Cost | Free | Free / $10+/mo | Free | Free / $5/mo |
| Student-focused | Yes | General | General | General |
| Deadline tracking | Yes | Yes | Manual | Yes |
| Push notifications | No | Paid only | No | Yes |
| Works offline | Yes | Partial | No | Partial |
For deeper app comparisons, see the full assignment tracker apps guide.
Common mistakes when tracking assignments
Making it too complex. I've watched students spend an hour color-coding a Notion dashboard and zero minutes doing the actual work. If adding a task takes more than 3 clicks, you'll abandon the system by week 4. Guaranteed.
Mixing school and personal to-dos. Your grocery list does not belong here. The moment non-school tasks creep in, deadlines get buried and the whole thing stops working.
Deleting finished tasks. Never delete — mark Done instead. That list of completed work is exactly what you need when midterm review hits and you can't remember what you actually covered in week 6.
Sorting by subject instead of due date. Subject view feels organized until you realize three things are due tomorrow and they were scattered across three different sections.
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