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Alarm Clock

Countdown Timer

Alarm Clock gives you multiple alarms and control over when your Mac stays awake, for timed reminders and long-running tasks that shouldn't be interrupted by sleep.

by Samia Asif

What you get

You get timely reminders and a Mac that stays awake when needed.

Alarm Clock gives you a way to set multiple alarms for moments you need to remember, while also preventing your Mac from sleeping during work that needs to keep running. You can use it for reminders and for keeping long renders, downloads, or other background tasks from being interrupted by sleep.

You can keep your Mac awake when you're away from the keyboard, or choose particular apps that should prevent sleep. If you work in video editing or data analysis software, you can tie that behavior to those apps rather than keeping your Mac awake for everything. You can also choose how long it stays awake to match the task at hand.

Your app data stays locally on your Mac, and the developer states that no personal data is collected. Full access is offered through monthly, yearly, or lifetime plans.

  • Remember multiple moments

    You can set several alarms instead of relying on a single reminder.

  • Step away during tasks

    You can prevent sleep during inactivity so renders, downloads, and background work aren't interrupted by your Mac sleeping.

  • Keep selected apps running

    You can choose which apps should keep your Mac awake, matching sleep behavior to the work you're doing.

  • Choose your awake duration

    You can set how long your Mac stays awake rather than leaving it awake indefinitely.

Best for

  • You leave renders or downloads running unattended
  • You need multiple alarms on your Mac
  • You want specific apps to prevent sleep

Skip it if

You don't need this if your existing reminders and Mac sleep settings already cover your needs.

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From the developer

"The Ultimate Alarm Clock Experience." Welcome to "Alarm Clock: Countdown Timer," the ultimate app designed to keep You and your Mac awake and alert whenever you need it. Say goodbye to frustrating moments when your Mac goes to sleep at inconvenient times.
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