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Glimpse

tinydesk.io

macOS
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Spec score 7.4 #28 of 36 in Screen Time Management Apps

Spec sheet

Purpose
Glimpse tracks app and website screen time on a Mac.Read 11 Oct 2026 · tinydesk.io
Privacy
The maker says usage data stays on the Mac, with no account, cloud syncing, or data leaving the device.Read 11 Oct 2026 · tinydesk.io
Support
The maker directs users to contact [email protected] for issues, refund requests, or feature ideas.Read 11 Oct 2026 · tinydesk.io
Browser support
It tracks time per website across multiple browsers.Read 11 Oct 2026 · tinydesk.io
Compatibility
Glimpse requires macOS 14.0 or later and works on Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.Read 11 Oct 2026 · tinydesk.io
Customization
The maker describes tracking that adapts to idle states and offers accessibility controls.Read 11 Oct 2026 · tinydesk.io
Free download
The home page links to a free download hosted as a GitHub release.Read 11 Oct 2026 · tinydesk.io
Idle detection
It automatically pauses tracking when you step away, and users can adjust idle detection and sleep time.Read 11 Oct 2026 · tinydesk.io
License limit
One license can be activated on up to three Macs.Read 11 Oct 2026 · tinydesk.io
Payment
The maker describes a one-time purchase with no subscription or hidden fees and lifetime updates.Read 11 Oct 2026 · tinydesk.io
Payment processing
The purchase section says payment is secured via Stripe.Read 11 Oct 2026 · tinydesk.io
Tracking
It monitors the frontmost window and counts only the app or website currently in use.Read 11 Oct 2026 · tinydesk.io

Plans and prices

Glimpse $9, paid once One-time purchase; lifetime updates License activates on up to three Macs · macOS 14.0 or later Read 11 Oct 2026 · tinydesk.io

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