Tinycast
A tiny, native macOS launcher with hotkeys and clipboard history
Download Tinycast
macOS package (.dmg), architecture unlisted — verify before installing
Getting a "can't verify the developer" warning?
If you see a warning on first launch, go to System Settings > Privacy & Security and click "Open Anyway". Open source software usually isn't signed with an Apple developer certificate, which is normal.
Clicking "Download" takes you to a source confirmation page first; the download starts after confirmation.
About Tinycast
Tinycast — a tiny, fully native macOS launcher, hotkeys, and clipboard history
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Risk notice
Tinycast is currently self-signed and has not been notarized by Apple, so Gatekeeper may block the first launch. You will need to manually allow it or run the xattr command to clear the quarantine attribute. Additionally, the clipboard paste and snippet expansion features require Accessibility permission, which can control input to other apps. Grant it only if you trust the application.
Who it's for
- macOS users who prefer lightweight, native apps
- Keyboard-savvy users who want fast app launching and switching
- People who need searchable clipboard history and reusable snippets
- Users who want to extend their workflow with custom shell commands
- Privacy-conscious users who avoid telemetry and background CPU usage
Who it's not for
- Users who need Windows or Linux support
- Users who require cloud sync or team collaboration features
- Users who expect a rich plugin ecosystem
- Users who are not comfortable granting Accessibility permission (needed for some features)
Install guide
Installation Steps
- Download
Tinycast-0.9.3.dmgfrom this site. - Double-click the DMG file to mount it.
- Drag
Tinycast.appinto theApplicationsfolder. - When you first launch Tinycast, macOS may warn that it cannot be opened because it is from an unidentified developer (since Tinycast is self-signed). If so, go to System Settings → Privacy & Security and click Open Anyway under the Security section, or clear the quarantine attribute in Terminal:
xattr -dr com.apple.quarantine "/Applications/Tinycast.app"- After launching, go to Settings → General to record a global hotkey that summons the palette.
FAQ
Is Tinycast free?
Yes, Tinycast is open source under the AGPL-3.0 license, so it is free to use and modify. But note the current release is self-signed and not notarized by Apple.
What systems does it support?
Tinycast is only for macOS. It is built with SwiftUI and AppKit, and there is no version for other platforms.
How do I update Tinycast?
The current version available here is 0.9.3. You can check the project's GitHub Releases page for new DMG files and install them by replacing the app in your Applications folder. The README also mentions a Homebrew cask installation channel – see the README for exact commands.
What permissions does it need? Does it collect data?
Tinycast asks for Accessibility permission when it needs to paste text or expand snippets into other apps. The README states there is no telemetry and no data collection; keystrokes are matched locally and never stored or sent anywhere.
How do I set up a global hotkey?
Open Tinycast's Settings → General, record a global shortcut, then press it anywhere to summon the palette.