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What it is
GreatBar is a free Mac app that puts shortcuts to websites, apps, files, and folders in the menu bar. Website shortcuts can open in panels that remember their size and page state, or in standalone windows that can stay above other windows. Separate browsing sessions let the same website use different logins, while private browsing keeps no cookies or history. Users can create distinct menu bars, such as work and personal setups, and shortcuts can open named macOS System Settings panes. Links for WhatsApp, Slack, Figma, Notion, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Discord, Telegram, and Spotify can open in those apps when installed. An optional built-in MCP server lets an assistant inspect bars and propose changes for user review. GreatBar runs in the Mac sandbox and stores added files and folders as security-scoped bookmarks. It has no backend, account system, or telemetry, but its daily update check shares the user's IP address and app user agent with the hosting provider. Website views block ads and trackers by default. GreatBar requires macOS 14.0 or later.
Spec sheet
- Purpose
- GreatBar puts frequently used websites, apps, files and folders in the Mac menu bar as individual shortcuts or grouped menus.Read 3 Oct 2026 · greatbar.greatpixels.com
- Privacy
- The app has no backend, its own account system, or telemetry; its shortcuts and website data remain on the Mac, while daily update checks disclose the user's IP address and app user agent to the hosting provider.Read 3 Oct 2026 · greatbar.greatpixels.com
- Support
- The maker directs users to a feedback form and lists [email protected] for support and privacy questions.Read 3 Oct 2026 · greatbar.greatpixels.com
- App integrations
- GreatBar can turn links for WhatsApp, Slack, Figma, Notion, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Discord, Telegram and Spotify into shortcuts that open in those apps when installed.Read 3 Oct 2026 · greatbar.greatpixels.com
- Assistant support
- An optional built-in MCP server lets Claude, Codex, Cursor or another MCP-speaking assistant inspect bars and propose changes for the user to review.Read 3 Oct 2026 · greatbar.greatpixels.com
- Content blocking
- Ads and trackers are blocked by default in GreatBar website views using lists bundled with the app, and a link can opt out of blocking.Read 3 Oct 2026 · greatbar.greatpixels.com
- File access
- GreatBar runs in the Mac sandbox and stores added files and folders as security-scoped bookmarks.Read 3 Oct 2026 · greatbar.greatpixels.com
- Multiple accounts
- Separate browsing sessions let shortcuts to the same website use different logins, and private browsing keeps no cookies or history.Read 3 Oct 2026 · greatbar.greatpixels.com
- Multiple bars
- Users can create and switch between distinct menu bars, such as work and personal bars.Read 3 Oct 2026 · greatbar.greatpixels.com
- Platform requirement
- GreatBar requires macOS 14.0 or later and is signed and notarized by Apple.Read 3 Oct 2026 · greatbar.greatpixels.com
- System Settings
- Shortcuts can open macOS System Settings panes by name, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Displays and Privacy & Security.Read 3 Oct 2026 · greatbar.greatpixels.com
- Updates
- GreatBar checks for updates once a day and updates itself; automatic checks can be turned off in Settings.Read 3 Oct 2026 · greatbar.greatpixels.com
- Website panels
- Websites can open in panels beneath their menu bar icons, with panel size and page state remembered between opens.Read 3 Oct 2026 · greatbar.greatpixels.com
- Windows
- Website shortcuts can open in standalone windows, stay above other windows, and continue playing audio or video after closing.Read 3 Oct 2026 · greatbar.greatpixels.com
Plans and prices
GreatBar Free Free for now while it is new · macOS 14.0 or later Read 3 Oct 2026 · greatbar.greatpixels.com
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Website panels remember size and page state.
- Separate sessions support different logins for one website.
- Distinct menu bars can separate work and personal shortcuts.
- Website views block ads and trackers by default.
- No backend, account system, or telemetry.
Limits
- Requires macOS 14.0 or later.
- Daily update checks share IP address and app user agent.
- App integrations open only when the relevant apps are installed.
Who it suits
GreatBar suits Mac users who want frequent websites, apps, files, and folders available from the menu bar. It requires macOS 14.0 or later.
Verdict
GreatBar combines menu bar shortcuts with website panels, distinct browsing sessions, and multiple bars. It is free for now, but works only on macOS 14.0 or later and its update checks disclose connection details to the hosting provider.
Where Specifiction places it
- Menu Bar Customization Software#9 of 257.7
