MacTools
MacTools is a free, open-source desktop utility for Windows and macOS. A free and open-source collection of native macOS menu bar tools. It has 1,375 GitHub stars and is released under the GPL-3.0 license. Its source code is on GitHub at mactools-app/MacTools.
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About MacTools
MacTools Your Mac's everyday tools, right in the menu bar. Free, open source, and native to macOS. Build your own panels, connect actions, and add the tools you need. English · 简体中文
Install MacTools
Package names found in the project's README. Each links to its package page so you can check the publisher first.
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Is MacTools free and open source?
Yes. MacTools's source code is public on GitHub under the GPL-3.0 license, which is OSI-approved or FSF-free, so you can use, copy and change it for free.
How do I install MacTools?
Homebrew: brew install --cask mactools. The commands are on this page. Installers are also on its GitHub Releases page (latest: v2.1.0).
Is MacTools still maintained?
The repository's most recent commit was on Oct 27, 2026. appsgit only lists apps whose repository had a commit in the last six months.