Apps on a Budget: TripMode or Traffic?
# Preface
I’m kicking off a fresh series called Apps on a Budget, and it's all about more affordable alternatives to popular Mac apps. I'll be digging through the Mac App Store and other corners of the internet to unearth some real treasures. Now, this isn't going to be your typical comparison. Instead, think of it as a friendly chat about these tools. My main goal is to help you figure out if you really need to shell out big bucks for those popular apps, or if a cheaper option might actually do everything you need, saving you some cash along the way. Plus, I'm excited to shine a spotlight on some cool apps that haven't gotten much attention in our community yet.
Notice: If you already own a license for a full-featured application-based firewall like Little Snitch, Tiny Shield, or Vallum on your macOS, you probably don’t need to read further. You can achieve the same effect that TripMode offers without any additional cost. This article is meant more for people not using a Mac firewall standard-wise and are interested in using TripMode because of its main advertising feature to save data while underway.
# Introduction
So, while I was recently researching application-based firewalls for macOS for a previous post, I stumbled upon a neat little tool called Traffic. At first glance, it reminded me of TripMode. TripMode is a macOS firewall designed to help you manage network connections, to save on data usage. However, TripMode now costs a hefty $49.99, which is pretty steep for many folks. I decided to try Traffic and compare it to TripMode to see how it stacks up and if it could be a viable alternative to TripMode.
# Comparison
|App|TripMode|Traffic|
|:-|:-|:-|
|Regular Price|$49.99|$4.99|
|Developer|Alix Sàrl|Alexandru Denk|
|Version|3.2.6|4.2.1|
|Framework|SwiftUI|AppKit|
# TripMode
While TripMode certainly didn't invent application firewalls, it was the first app to really push the idea of controlling network traffic while you're on the go to save on data-usage. But TripMode can even serve as a replacement for a traditional application-based firewall, though with some limitations. TripMode is priced at $49.99 as a one-time purchase, but is also available for monthly or annual subnoscriptions on the Mac App Store. It provides a limited-time trial period.
https://preview.redd.it/18bpe5vbsf6g1.png?width=772&format=png&auto=webp&s=933621abe1850f2acd50f54ff21e84eb470de13b
TripMode lives right in your menubar and shows you all the network activity that's happened since it was activated. Since it's primarily designed for use when you're out and about, it's usually deactivated when you're at home. You can also change the time selection to view traffic from today, this week, or any other period, and it will show you which apps connected to the internet during those times. The menubar window also acts as a live network monitor, showing current traffic, and you can sort the apps in the list by various categories
https://preview.redd.it/sq4i3qc0sf6g1.png?width=732&format=png&auto=webp&s=d7334a6f8684b649a8dbcb1757868bcac999ca09
In TripMode's settings, you can choose whether it automatically blocks internet connections for new apps or allows them by default. Based on your choice, you can then easily check or uncheck apps in the menubar to allow or block their access. When using TripMode for saving data usage, it’s usually more practical to restrict your apps to only those necessary for your specific task and block all other by default.
https://preview.redd.it/23yyy32gsf6g1.png?width=1748&format=png&auto=webp&s=4f48206268880f5b885f14356bc00d5c3e234526
TripMode also
# Preface
I’m kicking off a fresh series called Apps on a Budget, and it's all about more affordable alternatives to popular Mac apps. I'll be digging through the Mac App Store and other corners of the internet to unearth some real treasures. Now, this isn't going to be your typical comparison. Instead, think of it as a friendly chat about these tools. My main goal is to help you figure out if you really need to shell out big bucks for those popular apps, or if a cheaper option might actually do everything you need, saving you some cash along the way. Plus, I'm excited to shine a spotlight on some cool apps that haven't gotten much attention in our community yet.
Notice: If you already own a license for a full-featured application-based firewall like Little Snitch, Tiny Shield, or Vallum on your macOS, you probably don’t need to read further. You can achieve the same effect that TripMode offers without any additional cost. This article is meant more for people not using a Mac firewall standard-wise and are interested in using TripMode because of its main advertising feature to save data while underway.
# Introduction
So, while I was recently researching application-based firewalls for macOS for a previous post, I stumbled upon a neat little tool called Traffic. At first glance, it reminded me of TripMode. TripMode is a macOS firewall designed to help you manage network connections, to save on data usage. However, TripMode now costs a hefty $49.99, which is pretty steep for many folks. I decided to try Traffic and compare it to TripMode to see how it stacks up and if it could be a viable alternative to TripMode.
# Comparison
|App|TripMode|Traffic|
|:-|:-|:-|
|Regular Price|$49.99|$4.99|
|Developer|Alix Sàrl|Alexandru Denk|
|Version|3.2.6|4.2.1|
|Framework|SwiftUI|AppKit|
# TripMode
While TripMode certainly didn't invent application firewalls, it was the first app to really push the idea of controlling network traffic while you're on the go to save on data-usage. But TripMode can even serve as a replacement for a traditional application-based firewall, though with some limitations. TripMode is priced at $49.99 as a one-time purchase, but is also available for monthly or annual subnoscriptions on the Mac App Store. It provides a limited-time trial period.
https://preview.redd.it/18bpe5vbsf6g1.png?width=772&format=png&auto=webp&s=933621abe1850f2acd50f54ff21e84eb470de13b
TripMode lives right in your menubar and shows you all the network activity that's happened since it was activated. Since it's primarily designed for use when you're out and about, it's usually deactivated when you're at home. You can also change the time selection to view traffic from today, this week, or any other period, and it will show you which apps connected to the internet during those times. The menubar window also acts as a live network monitor, showing current traffic, and you can sort the apps in the list by various categories
https://preview.redd.it/sq4i3qc0sf6g1.png?width=732&format=png&auto=webp&s=d7334a6f8684b649a8dbcb1757868bcac999ca09
In TripMode's settings, you can choose whether it automatically blocks internet connections for new apps or allows them by default. Based on your choice, you can then easily check or uncheck apps in the menubar to allow or block their access. When using TripMode for saving data usage, it’s usually more practical to restrict your apps to only those necessary for your specific task and block all other by default.
https://preview.redd.it/23yyy32gsf6g1.png?width=1748&format=png&auto=webp&s=4f48206268880f5b885f14356bc00d5c3e234526
TripMode also
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offers profiles, which are super handy. You can set up different profiles for various situations, like when you're traveling abroad, on the move, or using public Wi-Fi. There's no limit to how many profiles you can create, and you can quickly switch between them from the menubar. You can even set up triggers to automatically activate profiles when you connect to specific networks, like when you're tethering with your iPhone or connected to your office Wi-Fi.
https://preview.redd.it/q65x5jjdsf6g1.png?width=1648&format=png&auto=webp&s=493b5fe0d45fd9cbc7bee02cdd7d5ddb4ffd811c
Another cool feature is the built-in scheduler. This lets you enable TripMode to run according to a predefined schedule. You can choose to turn TripMode on or off for specific times of the day or week. These schedules are easy to set up in TripMode's preferences and can be toggled on or off anytime. Furthermore, TripMode provides an option under its privacy preferences to permanently shadow domains that you don’t want to log in your history.
# Traffic
Traffic, developed by indie developer Alexandru Denk, is a super lightweight (just 4.1 MB) alternative to TripMode. It costs only $4.99 and offers a limited free tier, which is unfortunately quite useless since it only allows you to block one app.
https://preview.redd.it/divlaegisf6g1.png?width=1142&format=png&auto=webp&s=54552977723b214e1d34d33b70cd54d21180a0aa
When you install Traffic, it walks you through the setup process with clear instructions on how to enable it in macOS settings, specifically under Network Extensions. Just like TripMode, Traffic conveniently sits in your menubar. Its intentionally limited feature set makes it incredibly simple and easy to manage.
https://preview.redd.it/8m0323pjsf6g1.png?width=588&format=png&auto=webp&s=a7fab6170bd1bc62134c39c38ec53f9586e15537
Traffic's core functionality is actually more similar to Radio Silence than TripMode. You can add any number of applications to a list and then choose between two modes: either blocking only those selected apps or, conversely, allowing only them to access the internet. There's also an option to completely pause Traffic. However, that's pretty much where the features end. Traffic doesn't offer profiles, live monitors, detailed insights, or other advanced functionalities. Similar to TripMode, it doesn't let you block individual network connections an app makes; instead, it blocks or allows entire applications and all their connections.
# Conclusion
So, after all that, what's the big takeaway? Well, if you're just looking for a simple and affordable way to control which apps can use the internet, Traffic is a really neat helper. It performs its intended functions without unnecessary features. That simplicity also means it's pretty much foolproof and super straightforward for anyone to use. Now, if you really need any advanced features, like custom profiles, detailed monitoring, or even scheduling, then TripMode might be exactly what you need.
Ultimately, it really just comes down to what's more important to you. Both of these tools are equally good at blocking network access for specific applications; it's just the extra bells and whistles that are different.
Disclaimer: I am neither the developer nor affiliated with any of the apps mentioned.
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Another cool feature is the built-in scheduler. This lets you enable TripMode to run according to a predefined schedule. You can choose to turn TripMode on or off for specific times of the day or week. These schedules are easy to set up in TripMode's preferences and can be toggled on or off anytime. Furthermore, TripMode provides an option under its privacy preferences to permanently shadow domains that you don’t want to log in your history.
# Traffic
Traffic, developed by indie developer Alexandru Denk, is a super lightweight (just 4.1 MB) alternative to TripMode. It costs only $4.99 and offers a limited free tier, which is unfortunately quite useless since it only allows you to block one app.
https://preview.redd.it/divlaegisf6g1.png?width=1142&format=png&auto=webp&s=54552977723b214e1d34d33b70cd54d21180a0aa
When you install Traffic, it walks you through the setup process with clear instructions on how to enable it in macOS settings, specifically under Network Extensions. Just like TripMode, Traffic conveniently sits in your menubar. Its intentionally limited feature set makes it incredibly simple and easy to manage.
https://preview.redd.it/8m0323pjsf6g1.png?width=588&format=png&auto=webp&s=a7fab6170bd1bc62134c39c38ec53f9586e15537
Traffic's core functionality is actually more similar to Radio Silence than TripMode. You can add any number of applications to a list and then choose between two modes: either blocking only those selected apps or, conversely, allowing only them to access the internet. There's also an option to completely pause Traffic. However, that's pretty much where the features end. Traffic doesn't offer profiles, live monitors, detailed insights, or other advanced functionalities. Similar to TripMode, it doesn't let you block individual network connections an app makes; instead, it blocks or allows entire applications and all their connections.
# Conclusion
So, after all that, what's the big takeaway? Well, if you're just looking for a simple and affordable way to control which apps can use the internet, Traffic is a really neat helper. It performs its intended functions without unnecessary features. That simplicity also means it's pretty much foolproof and super straightforward for anyone to use. Now, if you really need any advanced features, like custom profiles, detailed monitoring, or even scheduling, then TripMode might be exactly what you need.
Ultimately, it really just comes down to what's more important to you. Both of these tools are equally good at blocking network access for specific applications; it's just the extra bells and whistles that are different.
Disclaimer: I am neither the developer nor affiliated with any of the apps mentioned.
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A love letter to Slidepad
I want to start by saying that I am neither the developer nor am I associated with them in any way. I just had to take time to thank them for making this fantastic app. I have searched high and low for an unintrusive browser that can float/slide over on top of other apps on my Mac. I tried a couple of other apps (MenubarX and DuckFloat, both good apps, feel free to blame the user here), but they did not work the way I wanted them to. I am happy to say that I am finally settled on Slidepad and it is working perfectly for me. Slidepad is intuitive and versatile. This app definitely deserves more love.
On a side note, DuckFloat is an awesome clipboard manager.
https://redd.it/1pjl5jb
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I want to start by saying that I am neither the developer nor am I associated with them in any way. I just had to take time to thank them for making this fantastic app. I have searched high and low for an unintrusive browser that can float/slide over on top of other apps on my Mac. I tried a couple of other apps (MenubarX and DuckFloat, both good apps, feel free to blame the user here), but they did not work the way I wanted them to. I am happy to say that I am finally settled on Slidepad and it is working perfectly for me. Slidepad is intuitive and versatile. This app definitely deserves more love.
On a side note, DuckFloat is an awesome clipboard manager.
https://redd.it/1pjl5jb
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Ripping rare DVDs to MP4 for a Retina display. Handbrake isn't cutting it.
Hey guys,
I'm in the middle of digitizing a shelf full of old early-2000s TV shows and concert DVDs. (Quick side note: these specific cuts are literally gone from the internet.)
My workflow is the standard MakeMKV > Handbrake route. It works fine for archiving, but watching the results on my 16" MacBook Pro is honestly painful. 480p content just looks like a blocky, pixelated soup when full-screened. Handbrake compresses the files well, but it doesn't do anything to fix the low-res look.
I've been looking for Mac tools that can upscale during the DVD to MP4 conversion, and I saw DVDFab have an AI HDR Upconverter built directly into the ripper module. It claims to upscale to 1080p during the rip.
Has anyone with an Apple Silicon Mac (M1/M2/M3) actually tried this? Does the AI upscaling actually make a visible difference?
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Hey guys,
I'm in the middle of digitizing a shelf full of old early-2000s TV shows and concert DVDs. (Quick side note: these specific cuts are literally gone from the internet.)
My workflow is the standard MakeMKV > Handbrake route. It works fine for archiving, but watching the results on my 16" MacBook Pro is honestly painful. 480p content just looks like a blocky, pixelated soup when full-screened. Handbrake compresses the files well, but it doesn't do anything to fix the low-res look.
I've been looking for Mac tools that can upscale during the DVD to MP4 conversion, and I saw DVDFab have an AI HDR Upconverter built directly into the ripper module. It claims to upscale to 1080p during the rip.
Has anyone with an Apple Silicon Mac (M1/M2/M3) actually tried this? Does the AI upscaling actually make a visible difference?
https://redd.it/1pjljjn
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😭 Alternative to IA Writer please!
Hi! Can you help me find some alternatives to iA Writer?
I work in writing and other creative-related tasks, so I really value a clean, minimalist interface, built-in writing suggestions, and having an iOS app.
I love iA Writer, but it’s just too expensive, and I haven’t found any good, more affordable (or free) alternatives.
Thanks for your help!
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Hi! Can you help me find some alternatives to iA Writer?
I work in writing and other creative-related tasks, so I really value a clean, minimalist interface, built-in writing suggestions, and having an iOS app.
I love iA Writer, but it’s just too expensive, and I haven’t found any good, more affordable (or free) alternatives.
Thanks for your help!
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Mountain Duck problems
- Whenever I do something like adding a share, the Mountain Duck (MD) icon becomes unresponsive. Meaning, that if I want to do something else with MD I need to restart it.
- How can I get rid of "Mountain Duck" in the name? In the sidebar of the Finder window, I see "Mountain Duck - x". I want to see the nickname only, not "Mountain Duck".
First point is very annoying, but I don't have to deal with it after adding shares. The second one I really hope someone has an answer for.
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- Whenever I do something like adding a share, the Mountain Duck (MD) icon becomes unresponsive. Meaning, that if I want to do something else with MD I need to restart it.
- How can I get rid of "Mountain Duck" in the name? In the sidebar of the Finder window, I see "Mountain Duck - x". I want to see the nickname only, not "Mountain Duck".
First point is very annoying, but I don't have to deal with it after adding shares. The second one I really hope someone has an answer for.
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PhotoSweeper - Powerful, Adaptable, Affordable One-Time Purchase
[PhotoSweeper](https://preview.redd.it/09fa4oodgk6g1.png?width=1074&format=png&auto=webp&s=1f9ba2a79df53d082becfb6f82b4c1e6251f6663)
In 2025, the world takes more photos in a single day than it used to take in a decade. For most Mac users with an iPhone, this means an ever-increasing Photos library. If you also own a DSLR or use Adobe Lightroom or Capture One and use RAW in your editing process, you can end up with copies all over the place, especially if you make multiple backups. When you eventually get around to bringing order to the chaos, choosing a good duplicate finder is a must.
Some popular choices include:
* [Power Photos](https://appaddict.app/post/powerphotos-supercharges-and-complements-what-apple-provides) \- $39.95 for a full suite of tools
* [Czkawka](https://appaddict.app/post/five-new-to-me-apps-for-a-new-week) \- free
* [Digikam](https://appaddict.app/post/digikam-is-replacing-apple-photos-google-photos-and-amazon-photos-for-me) \- free
* [DiskDrill](https://appaddict.app/post/disk-drill-has-six-free-tools) \- freemium
* [dupeGuru](https://appaddict.app/post/disk-drill-has-six-free-tools) \- free
* [Zero Duplicates](https://zeroduplicates.com) \- $19.99 lifetime purchase
* [Gemini](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gemini-2-the-duplicate-finder/id1090488118?mt=12) \- $19.99 a year or Setapp
The app I keep coming back to is [PhotoSweeper by Overmacs](https://overmacs.com/?p=photosweeper), an app that's been under continuous development since 2011. Version 5 was released in the summer of 2025 and new features were added as recently as November. It's a $15 one-time purchase with free updates. A free trial is available, but the actual deletion of files is limited.
# Features I Like
* **Can find exact duplicates, similar photos, and photos in a user-definable series**
* **Automatic marking based on up to 30 criteria** \- size, date, format, dimensions, album, etc.
* Safe deletion - In Apple Photos, duplicates are moved to a special folder. In Lightroom, they are marked as rejected. In Capture One, they go in the app's trash, and if you scan folders in your Mac's file system, the duplicates go to the system trash.
* **Works anywhere** \- On your hard drive, external drives, network drives, Lightroom, Capture One, Apple Photos
* **Preview mode** \- Makes it easy to review files before removal. Good keyboard support.
* **Fast and reliable** \- I bought my DSLR in 2014, and I took about 20K photos that year. PhotoSweeper didn't hesitate, choke, or hang up when scanning that entire folder.
* **Supports multiple formats** \- It can read all the usual photo types plus HEIC, DNG, and RAW
# Caveats
* **Not a full photo management app** \- doesn't have tagging, face recognition, or metadata management beyond deduplication
* **Results depend on threshold settings** \- There are a lot of configurable options, and the way that you set them controls the results you get. The learning curve isn't super steep, but it is there.
* **Previous versions were a bit clunky** \- Version 5 solved this for me, and it feels like a native app to me, but some people have a super-strict definition of that, so YMMV.
# Recommendation
If you need a straightforward tool to streamline a large Mac photo library and are open to adjusting settings instead of relying solely on AI, PhotoSweeper gets the job done well. It doesn't aim to be a complete photo management suite like Luminar or Lightroom, focusing instead on its specific niche.
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[PhotoSweeper](https://preview.redd.it/09fa4oodgk6g1.png?width=1074&format=png&auto=webp&s=1f9ba2a79df53d082becfb6f82b4c1e6251f6663)
In 2025, the world takes more photos in a single day than it used to take in a decade. For most Mac users with an iPhone, this means an ever-increasing Photos library. If you also own a DSLR or use Adobe Lightroom or Capture One and use RAW in your editing process, you can end up with copies all over the place, especially if you make multiple backups. When you eventually get around to bringing order to the chaos, choosing a good duplicate finder is a must.
Some popular choices include:
* [Power Photos](https://appaddict.app/post/powerphotos-supercharges-and-complements-what-apple-provides) \- $39.95 for a full suite of tools
* [Czkawka](https://appaddict.app/post/five-new-to-me-apps-for-a-new-week) \- free
* [Digikam](https://appaddict.app/post/digikam-is-replacing-apple-photos-google-photos-and-amazon-photos-for-me) \- free
* [DiskDrill](https://appaddict.app/post/disk-drill-has-six-free-tools) \- freemium
* [dupeGuru](https://appaddict.app/post/disk-drill-has-six-free-tools) \- free
* [Zero Duplicates](https://zeroduplicates.com) \- $19.99 lifetime purchase
* [Gemini](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gemini-2-the-duplicate-finder/id1090488118?mt=12) \- $19.99 a year or Setapp
The app I keep coming back to is [PhotoSweeper by Overmacs](https://overmacs.com/?p=photosweeper), an app that's been under continuous development since 2011. Version 5 was released in the summer of 2025 and new features were added as recently as November. It's a $15 one-time purchase with free updates. A free trial is available, but the actual deletion of files is limited.
# Features I Like
* **Can find exact duplicates, similar photos, and photos in a user-definable series**
* **Automatic marking based on up to 30 criteria** \- size, date, format, dimensions, album, etc.
* Safe deletion - In Apple Photos, duplicates are moved to a special folder. In Lightroom, they are marked as rejected. In Capture One, they go in the app's trash, and if you scan folders in your Mac's file system, the duplicates go to the system trash.
* **Works anywhere** \- On your hard drive, external drives, network drives, Lightroom, Capture One, Apple Photos
* **Preview mode** \- Makes it easy to review files before removal. Good keyboard support.
* **Fast and reliable** \- I bought my DSLR in 2014, and I took about 20K photos that year. PhotoSweeper didn't hesitate, choke, or hang up when scanning that entire folder.
* **Supports multiple formats** \- It can read all the usual photo types plus HEIC, DNG, and RAW
# Caveats
* **Not a full photo management app** \- doesn't have tagging, face recognition, or metadata management beyond deduplication
* **Results depend on threshold settings** \- There are a lot of configurable options, and the way that you set them controls the results you get. The learning curve isn't super steep, but it is there.
* **Previous versions were a bit clunky** \- Version 5 solved this for me, and it feels like a native app to me, but some people have a super-strict definition of that, so YMMV.
# Recommendation
If you need a straightforward tool to streamline a large Mac photo library and are open to adjusting settings instead of relying solely on AI, PhotoSweeper gets the job done well. It doesn't aim to be a complete photo management suite like Luminar or Lightroom, focusing instead on its specific niche.
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Spending hours a day infront of our screens leads has us not drinking enough, having bad posture and speeds up longterm vision issues. I built a small free app that ensures you're staying healthy while being productive!!
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TextMine 2.0 is out: Extract emails, dates, URLs, and more, instantly and privately, with new features, 70% discount and promo codes
Hey everyone,
I just released **TextMine 2.0** for macOS and iOS. If you have not seen it before, TextMine is a small tool that extracts structured data from text, files, folders, or archives, all processed locally on your device. It is meant for anyone who works with text and needs clean data fast.
**What TextMine does:**
* Extract emails, phone numbers, URLs, dates, addresses, keywords and more
* Works with text, JSON, HTML, CSV, Word, PDF, EPUB and other formats
* Drag and drop files or folders
* Export to text, JSON, CSV, XLSX, DOCX and others
* Fully offline, no AI, no tracking
**What is new in version 2.0:**
* PDF and EPUB support
* Drag and drop for files and folders
* Support for ZIP and other archives
* Extract multiple data types in a single scan
* Interface improvements and a smoother workflow
**App Store link:**
* [macOS and iOS](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/textmine-text-to-data/id6754284922)
**Launch offer:**
The lifetime license is **70% off** for a short time to celebrate the update.
I am giving out **10 coupon codes** for the lifetime unlock. To keep it fair, I will send them only to people who download the app, try it for a bit and share any feedback, even small things like what was confusing or what could be improved (including the app store listing). If you want to take part, upvote and comment.
If you have suggestions or run into issues, I would really appreciate hearing about it.
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Hey everyone,
I just released **TextMine 2.0** for macOS and iOS. If you have not seen it before, TextMine is a small tool that extracts structured data from text, files, folders, or archives, all processed locally on your device. It is meant for anyone who works with text and needs clean data fast.
**What TextMine does:**
* Extract emails, phone numbers, URLs, dates, addresses, keywords and more
* Works with text, JSON, HTML, CSV, Word, PDF, EPUB and other formats
* Drag and drop files or folders
* Export to text, JSON, CSV, XLSX, DOCX and others
* Fully offline, no AI, no tracking
**What is new in version 2.0:**
* PDF and EPUB support
* Drag and drop for files and folders
* Support for ZIP and other archives
* Extract multiple data types in a single scan
* Interface improvements and a smoother workflow
**App Store link:**
* [macOS and iOS](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/textmine-text-to-data/id6754284922)
**Launch offer:**
The lifetime license is **70% off** for a short time to celebrate the update.
I am giving out **10 coupon codes** for the lifetime unlock. To keep it fair, I will send them only to people who download the app, try it for a bit and share any feedback, even small things like what was confusing or what could be improved (including the app store listing). If you want to take part, upvote and comment.
If you have suggestions or run into issues, I would really appreciate hearing about it.
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Shadow now automatically captures your meeting screen + fully customizable Skills with Webhook!
Hi all!
It's almost year end! I've been working on Shadow for about 2 years now.
Looking back, the r/macapps community has been super supportive from the beginning. I really couldn't have come this far without you all. I appreciate each and every one of you.
So... I brought some gifts for you today! 🎁
Last time, Shadow learned to understand what's on your screen, not just capture it. (In case you missed it, here's the post: Shadow now understands what you "see" in meetings!)
Starting today, Shadow goes even further:
🧙 Smarter Screenshots
Shadow now auto-detects and captures your meeting screen by default. No setup, no manual selection.
Want more control? You can still manually pick a window or screen.
https://reddit.com/link/1pk1vm3/video/81q1bd62pl6g1/player
🛠️ Skills meet Webhook
Skills are now fully customizable.
Write your own prompts for any post-meeting task. And you can export results as .md or send them anywhere via webhook (Zapier, n8n, whatever you use).
https://reddit.com/link/1pk1vm3/video/8ktfnhv4pl6g1/player
Your meetings, your prompts, your workflow.
💬 Ask About What You Saw
When you ask questions, Shadow now automatically pulls in relevant screenshots. Not just what was said, but what was shown.
https://reddit.com/link/1pk1vm3/video/0i9g5cl6pl6g1/player
As always, stability and performance improvements too. Thanks to everyone who reported issues 🙏
I'd love for you to try the new version and share your feedback. Your thoughts and ideas always mean a lot.
Thanks again all!
And if you are new to this, you can try Shadow at https://shadow.do for free.
https://redd.it/1pk1vm3
@macappsbackup
Hi all!
It's almost year end! I've been working on Shadow for about 2 years now.
Looking back, the r/macapps community has been super supportive from the beginning. I really couldn't have come this far without you all. I appreciate each and every one of you.
So... I brought some gifts for you today! 🎁
Last time, Shadow learned to understand what's on your screen, not just capture it. (In case you missed it, here's the post: Shadow now understands what you "see" in meetings!)
Starting today, Shadow goes even further:
🧙 Smarter Screenshots
Shadow now auto-detects and captures your meeting screen by default. No setup, no manual selection.
Want more control? You can still manually pick a window or screen.
https://reddit.com/link/1pk1vm3/video/81q1bd62pl6g1/player
🛠️ Skills meet Webhook
Skills are now fully customizable.
Write your own prompts for any post-meeting task. And you can export results as .md or send them anywhere via webhook (Zapier, n8n, whatever you use).
https://reddit.com/link/1pk1vm3/video/8ktfnhv4pl6g1/player
Your meetings, your prompts, your workflow.
💬 Ask About What You Saw
When you ask questions, Shadow now automatically pulls in relevant screenshots. Not just what was said, but what was shown.
https://reddit.com/link/1pk1vm3/video/0i9g5cl6pl6g1/player
As always, stability and performance improvements too. Thanks to everyone who reported issues 🙏
I'd love for you to try the new version and share your feedback. Your thoughts and ideas always mean a lot.
Thanks again all!
And if you are new to this, you can try Shadow at https://shadow.do for free.
https://redd.it/1pk1vm3
@macappsbackup
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