What is Active Now?
Stay focused on deep work without status anxiety. Active Now is a smart macOS menu bar app that maintains your active presence while you read, think, or take breaks.
Problem
Users need to constantly move their mouse or type to avoid showing 'away' status while reading/thinking, leading to interrupted deep work and status anxiety
Solution
macOS menu bar app that maintains active presence via AI-driven activity simulation, letting users work/read uninterrupted while appearing online
Customers
Remote workers, freelancers, and knowledge workers who need to maintain 'active' status on Slack/Teams during deep work sessions
Unique Features
AI detects device inactivity patterns, auto-simulates cursor/keyboard activity without manual input; lightweight menu bar operation (no app window)
User Comments
Eliminates anxiety about appearing offline during focused work
Works seamlessly with Slack/Teams
Saves time from manually faking activity
Simple one-click setup
Uses minimal system resources
Traction
Featured on Product Hunt (800+ upvotes)
Launched macOS version in 2024
Used by 5,000+ remote professionals (self-reported)
Market Size
Global remote work management software market valued at $22.3 billion in 2023 (Grand View Research)
