Micro Snitch

Micro Snitch is a handy tool for Mac users. You know how most Macs come with built-in webcams and microphones? They make things super easy, but they can also be a bit of a privacy concern if someone accesses them without your permission.

What is Micro Snitch?

Micro Snitch, which used to be called NOYB (short for None Of Your Business), is a simple app for Mac OS X. It quietly keeps an eye on your webcam and microphone, letting you know when they're active.

How Does It Work?

The Micro Snitch app sits in your status bar. This means you can instantly see if your audio or video devices are being used. It sends out little notification messages so you’re always in the loop!

Stay Informed

One cool feature of this app is that it changes the icon in your status bar based on what's happening. So even if you miss a notification, you’ll still know whether your camera or mic is on or off.

User-Friendly Device List

If you open up the main menu of Micro Snitch, you'll find a list of all detected devices. The inactive ones are separated from those currently in use, making it easy to keep track.

Resource Friendly

The best part? Micro Snitch uses very few resources! You can run it all the time without slowing down your Mac. Plus, it logs when your camera or microphone gets turned on or off, and you can check this log file anytime through the app's Preferences window.

Device Monitoring Warnings

If there’s ever a device that Micro Snitch thinks it can't monitor properly, it’ll give you a warning when you connect it to your Mac. This way, you're always aware of potential issues!

A Note on Functionality

Just remember: while Micro Snitch does an excellent job monitoring activity, it doesn’t let you turn off the microphone or camera from within the app itself.

If you're interested in keeping tabs on your webcam and mic activity easily and effectively, download Micro Snitch here!