Glowix

What is Glowix?

Glowix is a macOS utility app that helps keep your Mac’s display awake using rules, schedules, and a built-in presentation mode. It’s designed to prevent your screen from dimming or sleeping when you need it for meetings, demos, or other on-screen work.

The app provides a menu bar workflow so you can toggle “Keep Awake” quickly, and then have it automatically turn on and off based on timers, app activity, and battery/charging conditions.

Key Features

• Keep Awake toggle from the menu bar: One click prevents the display from dimming or sleeping without requiring System Settings changes or Terminal commands.
• Auto-off timer: Automatically disables “Keep Awake” after selectable intervals (5, 10, 15, 20, or 30 minutes; 1 hour; 2 hours; or never).
• Smart battery protection: Auto-disables Keep Awake when the battery level drops below 20% to help protect against unnecessary drain.
• App-based activation (“Pro” rules): Glowix Pro can activate automatically when specified apps (e.g., Zoom, Keynote, Figma, or any app you choose) are running.
• Work-hours scheduling (“Pro” rules): Lets you set custom days and hours (e.g., Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm) so the app manages the awake behavior during working time.
• Presentation mode: Detects fullscreen apps and auto-enables Keep Awake for slide decks, demos, and video calls.
• Smart battery rules (“Pro” rules): Allows a custom battery threshold (5–95%), can activate when your charger is plugged in, and can notify when the battery is fully charged.
• Custom menu bar icons: Choose from icon styles including Sun, Eye, Bolt, or Flame.
• No subscription: The Pro unlock is a one-time $2.99 in-app purchase with “no recurring fees.” Restore is supported on another Mac using the same Apple ID.

How to Use Glowix

1. Install Glowix from the Mac App Store (requires macOS 13.5 or later).
2. Open the app and use the menu bar icon to toggle Keep Awake.
3. If you want automation, purchase Glowix Pro for one-time $2.99 and configure rules such as app triggers, work-hours schedules, presentation mode behavior, and battery/charging thresholds.
4. Use the auto-off timer to ensure Keep Awake turns off after the length of time you need.

Use Cases

• Meetings without screen timeouts: Enable Keep Awake before a call, or use Pro app rules so it automatically activates when meeting tools (such as Zoom) are running.
• Slide decks and fullscreen demos: Turn on presentation mode to keep the display awake when you present full-screen content.
• Design and prototyping sessions: Use Pro rules to keep the Mac awake when tools like Figma are active, reducing the chance of the display sleeping mid-review.
• Workday scheduling: Set a schedule for weekdays and working hours so Keep Awake is handled during those windows without manual toggling.
• Battery-aware use on the go: Rely on battery protection so Keep Awake auto-disables below 20%, and optionally use Pro’s custom thresholds and charger-based activation.

FAQ

• Is Glowix free to use? The Mac App Store listing indicates a free tier is included, and Glowix Pro is available via a one-time $2.99 unlock (no subscription).

• Does Glowix require a subscription or account sign-in? The listing states Pro is a one-time purchase with no recurring fees and no account needed, no sign-in required.

• What macOS version does Glowix support? Glowix requires macOS 13.5 or later.

• Can Glowix keep the display on for a limited amount of time? Yes. It includes an auto-off timer with preset durations (including 5–30 minutes, 1–2 hours, or never).

• Does Glowix collect user data? The listing says Glowix collects zero personal data and that the developer indicates data is not collected. It also notes that privacy practices may vary based on features used, as shown by Apple’s privacy information.

Alternatives

• Other display/idle management utilities for macOS: These focus on preventing display sleep or managing idle time, typically via menu bar controls and scheduled behavior.
• Presentation-focused fullscreen helpers: Tools in this category aim to keep screens active during slide shows or demos, often tied specifically to fullscreen or presentation workflows.
• Battery/charging automation apps: Alternatives may provide charging-aware automation and battery threshold controls, though they may not specifically target “keep display awake” behavior.
• General productivity schedulers: Some tools manage “do this during certain hours” workflows; you may need additional options for preventing display sleep specifically.