micro-snitch ☆
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Description:
Monitors and reports any microphone and camera activity
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.6.1@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: privacy security monitoring microphone camera surveillance
Install: brew install --cask micro-snitch
About:
Micro Snitch is a lightweight menu bar utility that actively monitors your Mac's microphone and camera. It provides immediate visual alerts whenever an application accesses these devices, ensuring you are always aware of background recording activity. This tool is essential for maintaining privacy and detecting unauthorized surveillance attempts.
Key Features:
  • Real-time monitoring of microphone and camera access
  • Visual alerts in the menu bar and on screen
  • Detailed logging of all access events
  • Lightweight background operation
Use Cases:
  • Detecting spyware or malware attempting to record audio/video
  • Verifying that video conferencing apps only activate cameras during calls
  • Auditing which applications access sensitive audio hardware
Alternatives:
  • OverSight – OverSight is a similar free tool, but Micro Snitch offers a more polished, user-friendly interface from a trusted developer.
  • Little Snitch – Little Snitch monitors network traffic, while Micro Snitch focuses specifically on hardware access (camera/mic).
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 15, 2025 12:27pm 1.6.1 0 VERSION_BUMP 415215d5
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