Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about MewNotch.

Download the latest .dmg file from GitHub Releases.
Open the downloaded file and drag MewNotch into your Applications folder.
Double-click the app to open it.

⚠️ "Damaged" or "Unidentified Developer" Error?

Option 1 (Recommended): Allow via System Settings

Open System Settings → Privacy & Security.
Scroll down to the Security section.
Look for "MewNotch was blocked..." and click Open Anyway.
Click Open in the confirmation popup.

Option 2 (Advanced): Run this command in Terminal

xattr -cr /Applications/MewNotch.app

This command simply removes the "quarantine" flag that macOS places on apps downloaded from the internet, resolving the false error.

xattr : The utility to modify file attributes.

-c : Clears all attributes (removes the "quarantine" flag).

-r : Recursive (applies to all files inside the app bundle).

MewNotch is designed specifically for MacBooks with a notch (M1/M2/M3 Pro & Air models).

It can run on older Macs or external displays, but the overlay might cover your menu bar icons since it's meant to sit in the "dead space" of the notch.

Yes! You have full control. In the app settings, you can toggle specific indicators (like Battery, Volume, Brightness) on or off and adjust their visual style to match your preference.

No. Never. MewNotch does not collect, track, or share any personal data. It runs entirely offline on your device. Your privacy is paramount.

100% Free & Open Source. No ads, no paywalls, no "Pro" version.
If you love the app, you can support the project voluntarily, but it's never required.

Please open an issue on the GitHub repository.
Detailed reports (screenshots, steps to reproduce) help me fix things faster!

Yes! New features are actively planned.
Have a cool idea? Submit a feature request on GitHub to help shape the future of MewNotch.