Pick a task. Set a timer. Settle into your work. Your focus timer stays beside the notch, quietly keeping you on track.
Count down or use the stopwatch. Pause, resume, or add five more minutes whenever you need them.
A focus timer that stays visible while you work.
Catch the thought. Keep going.
A home for ideas, links, and loose ends. Your daily notepad saves as you type. Press Command–Return to turn a line into a task.
Look back. See your progress.
Completed tasks, active focus time, and daily activity. See the work you put in and where your attention went, all in one place.
Personal stays personal.Your planner data stays on your Mac.
A shortcut to your day.Hover over the notch or press Option–N.
No notch? No problem.At home on displays without a notch, too.
A little app. A lot of love.
Small details. Everyday difference. In the words of the people using NotchOwl.
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Ramya Chinnadurai
@code_rams
Loving this little app❤️
I was looking for something to brain dump thoughts, track tasks, and focus on one thing at a time, without digging through windows.
Accidentally stumbled on NotchOwl and switched immediately.
Mac users, give it a try.
Worth experimenting.
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Arthur Yuzbashev
@arthuryuzbashev
Joined yesterday
Love it! Super cool to have it organised and UI is solidd
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Shivam S.
@whatshivamdo
NotchOwl caught my attention while browsing Product Hunt today.
I’ve always felt the Mac notch is such an oddly unused piece of space. There’s a lot of room around it, but most of the time it’s just... there.
And I think Aditya had that same thought when he built NotchOwl, asking, “why not make something happen there?”
I like the simplicity of the thought behind this one. Small observation, interesting product.
Nice one, @AdityaShips 🦉
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Ben Fischer
@GrandeBlueRoast
Now THAT’S what I call fair pricing. Good job dev 🙏 Purchasing this now
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OTHMANE
@0thmne
Okay, this is officially the coolest thing I’ve seen today…
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magchae
@timotheoszzzz
I love this product !!
And it’s been just a day I have started using it.
Yours. For the long run.
One small purchase. A calmer everyday workspace. Every feature. Every update. No subscription.
Loving this little app❤️
I was looking for something to brain dump thoughts, track tasks, and focus on one thing at a time, without digging through windows.
Accidentally stumbled on NotchOwl and switched immediately.
Hover over your Mac’s notch or press Option–N to open your workspace. Add a task, start a focus session, jot down a note, or check today’s upcoming events. Close it when you’re ready to work; your running timer stays visible in the notch.
Can I choose my own focus duration?
Yes. Set a time limit for a task or use a stopwatch when you don’t need a deadline. Pause, resume, or add five minutes as you work. Timers pause when your Mac sleeps, and Insights counts only active focus time.
Can I turn a note into a task?
Yes. Your daily notepad saves automatically. Put the cursor on a line and press Command–Return to turn that line into a task.
Compatibility & privacy
Do I need a Mac with a notch?
No. On displays without a notch, NotchOwl opens at the top center of the screen, below the menu bar. You can also open a full dashboard. NotchOwl requires macOS 14 or later; the current download is for Apple silicon Macs.
How does Calendar access work?
Connecting Calendar is optional. The notch workspace shows today’s upcoming events from calendars already added to Apple Calendar on your Mac. macOS calls the permission Full Access, but NotchOwl only reads events. It never creates, edits, or deletes them.
Does NotchOwl work offline?
Yes, after license activation. Your tasks, notes, and timers work locally, and your planner data stays on your Mac. You’ll need an internet connection for activation, deactivation, and update checks. You can export your planner data as a JSON backup.
Pricing & licensing
What does the $4.9 license include?
Every NotchOwl feature, lifetime updates, and activation on up to 3 Macs. You pay once, with no subscription. Your purchase includes a 14-day money-back guarantee.
Is downloading the app free?
The installer is free to download, but you need a paid license to use NotchOwl. After checkout, find your key in the Dodo Payments email and enter it in the Mac app. There is no recurring payment.
Can I move my license to another Mac?
Yes. In NotchOwl Settings, open the License section and choose Deactivate this Mac. Once deactivation succeeds, use your license key on the new Mac. An internet connection is required, and the 3-Mac activation limit still applies.
How does the 14-day money-back guarantee work?
If NotchOwl isn’t right for you, contact support within 14 days of purchase to request a refund. Include the email address you used at checkout and your order reference so we can find your purchase.