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ManicTime for Mac

Time tracker that automatically collects computer usage data

Quick answer: ManicTime is a utility for macOS. Install it with brew install --cask manictime. The licence is not declared in Homebrew metadata. It has 7 Homebrew installs in the last 30 days.

What ManicTime is

ManicTime is a utility for macOS: time tracker that automatically collects computer usage data.

It is distributed as a Homebrew cask, which installs a .app bundle into your Applications folder. Homebrew only automates the download and install step; the licence terms come from the vendor.

How to install ManicTime

  1. Open Terminal (press ⌘ + Space and type “Terminal”).
  2. If Homebrew is not installed yet, run the installer below once.
  3. Run brew install --cask manictime.

Homebrew installer, if you need it:

Prefer a graphical installer? Download it from the official site. MacPicks never hosts or mirrors binaries — the Homebrew command always pulls from the vendor's own release.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install ManicTime on Mac?

Run brew install --cask manictime in Terminal. This requires Homebrew; if you do not have it, install it first with the command below.

Is ManicTime open source?

Homebrew's metadata does not declare a licence for this app, so the official site is the authoritative source.

Does ManicTime run on Apple silicon?

Yes, as a universal binary.

How popular is ManicTime?

It was installed 7 times in the last 30 days according to Homebrew analytics, ranking #8865 in this catalogue.

What version of ManicTime is current?

The latest packaged version is 2026.2.1.2.