Question 1

Where do I download MyNotchBar?

Accepted Answer

The current public release is already on the Mac App Store as app id 6780394254: https://apps.apple.com/app/mynotchbar/id6780394254. It is a one-time purchase, not a subscription. The current US App Store display price is US$2.99. Pages that still send you to TestFlight describe an older test build, not the current download.

Question 2

How much does MyNotchBar cost?

Accepted Answer

It is a one-time purchase, not a subscription. The current US App Store display price is US$2.99. Available in 175 countries; the actual price follows your local App Store.

Question 3

Can I control Apple Music from the notch?

Accepted Answer

Since version 1.3.2 on 2026-09-30, MyNotchBar can show the current Apple Music track on the notch and pause or skip it. Version 1.3.4 on 2026-10-15 adds Spotify on the Mac. The bundled Safari extension also connects Apple Music, Spotify, NetEase Cloud Music, and QQ Music on the web.

Question 4

How do I open MyNotchBar?

Accepted Answer

After launching the app, move your pointer to the notch area at the top of the screen, or use the shortcut configured in the app. MyNotchBar primarily runs in the notch and menu bar, so it may not remain visible in the Dock.

Question 5

How do I temporarily store a file?

Accepted Answer

Drag a file into the notch panel. When you need it, drag it from MyNotchBar to the Desktop, a Finder window, or another app that supports drag-and-drop.

Question 6

Why does MyNotchBar request file or folder access?

Accepted Answer

The permission is used only to access files you explicitly drag into or select in the app and to complete file operations. MyNotchBar does not upload your files to a server.

Question 7

Why does MyNotchBar request camera access?

Accepted Answer

Camera access is used only for Mirror Mode. The live image is processed and displayed locally on your Mac. It is not uploaded, recorded, stored, or shared.

Question 8

How do I launch MyNotchBar at login?

Accepted Answer

Open MyNotchBar Settings and enable the launch-at-login option.