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What is Glint?
Glint reads session logs stored on the device to mirror Claude Code operations without any data transmission. It tracks metrics such as output tokens, elapsed time, context limits, and plan details while highlighting when sessions require user input or encounter limits. The interface supports three independent placement options that expand to reveal full session cards with tool logs and context rings. Additional capabilities include optional audio notifications and multi-session management that prioritizes the most active instance. A single one-time license covers two Macs running macOS 14 or later alongside Claude Code, with all processing handled locally except for license validation.
Key features
Live status display for Claude Code sessions including thinking, tools, and tokens
Three placement surfaces: notch island, floating pill, and dock side
Context window gauge matching Claude Code's auto-compact
Multi-session monitoring showing busiest session upfront
Built-in usage meters for session and weekly limits
Optional macOS notification sounds
One-time lifetime license with local-only data
What you can use Glint for
Real-time Claude Code Monitoring
Displays live session status such as thinking, current tools, token usage, and subagents directly from local logs without needing to switch windows.
Flexible Status Placement
Positions the activity indicator as a notch island, draggable floating pill, or dock-side bar, with the busiest session shown first across multiple active sessions.
Built-in Usage and Context Tracking
Shows session and weekly usage meters plus a context window gauge that matches Claude Code's auto-compact thresholds, including reset times and lockout alerts.
How to use Glint
- 1Download the Glint 0.1.4 .dmg from glint.binarybeam.net
- 2Open the disk image on macOS 14 or later
- 3Drag Glint into the Applications folder
- 4Launch Glint from the menu bar and choose placement surfaces
- 5Activate the lifetime license key via the Polar portal
Glint pricing
Pricing model: Paid. Plan details are indicative — check the site for current prices.
Lifetime License
$7one-time
- Covers two Macs
- All future updates included
Editor's verdict
Pros
- +Strong privacy with all data kept local and no telemetry
- +Lightweight menu-bar app with no subscription
- +Affordable one-time $7 lifetime license
Cons
- –macOS 14+ only
- –Beta version without notarization
- –Works exclusively with Claude Code
Our take: Glint is a solid coding & dev choice. It's valued for strong privacy with all data kept local and no telemetry and lightweight menu-bar app with no subscription. The main trade-off is macos 14+ only. Best when you need reliable, professional output.
Frequently asked questions
Glint requires macOS Sonoma 14 or later and runs as a menu-bar app without a Dock icon.
Summary
Glint is a solid coding & dev choice. It's valued for strong privacy with all data kept local and no telemetry and lightweight menu-bar app with no subscription. The main trade-off is macos 14+ only. Best when you need reliable, professional output.
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