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Description:
Menubar app to track active computer use

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 1.2.0@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Productivity

Tags: productivity tracking analytics monitoring timetracking utilities

Install: brew install --cask aware

About:
Aware is a lightweight menubar application designed to provide real-time insights into your computer usage patterns. It automatically tracks active application usage and time spent across different tasks, helping users understand their digital habits. The tool operates discreetly in the background, offering detailed analytics without disrupting your workflow.

Key Features:

Automatic activity tracking with minimal system impact
Real-time menubar display of current session metrics
Detailed usage analytics and historical data visualization
Privacy-focused local data storage
Customizable tracking categories and rules

Use Cases:

Monitoring productivity patterns and identifying time sinks
Tracking billable hours for freelance work
Understanding digital wellness and reducing screen time
Analyzing workflow efficiency for process improvement

Alternatives:

RescueTime – More feature-rich but subscription-based with cloud sync
Timing – Mac-native alternative with more automation features
ActivityWatch – Open-source cross-platform solution with broader scope

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