Close the lid. Stay on task.
Keep supported background work running while your MacBook is closed. WakeFold keeps the built-in display off instead of leaving a hidden screen glowing.
A quieter way to keep going
Close the lid. Keep going.
Keep background work running on your Apple silicon MacBook with the lid closed and the built-in display off. One menu-bar switch, thoughtful safeguards, and nothing to subscribe to.
For Apple silicon MacBooks · macOS 14 or laterFree to download · Signed & notarized · Built for Apple silicon
Made for your everyday.
One switch in your menu bar.
Turn Keep Awake on when you need it and off when you are finished. The control is always close by, without another window taking over your workspace.
Ready when you sign in.
Open at login and restore your last On/Off choice. macOS may ask you to approve the login item; WakeFold reflects your system setting.
Battery and temperature come first.
On battery, WakeFold stops at 15% or lower. It also stops for unsafe temperature, Low Power Mode, missing safety information, or a failed watchdog. A safety stop clears the saved On choice.
An easy first start.
Use the guided installer or drag WakeFold into Applications. A short animated guide shows you where to find the menu-bar icon.
Made to stay out of your way.
No activation code or subscription. WakeFold handles sleep control locally and does not record audio or capture your screen.
Get started. It’s free.
Free. No subscription, activation key, or paid tier. Enter your name and email to get the download.
Good to know.
Requires an Apple silicon MacBook running macOS 14 or later and one built-in display. External displays are not supported in this version. Quit LidGlow and other apps that manage closed-lid sleep before enabling WakeFold. Keep your Mac on a ventilated surface. WakeFold stops when battery power reaches 15% or lower, temperature is unsafe, Low Power Mode is on, or required safety information is unavailable.
A little more clarity.
Is WakeFold really free?
Yes. Download it free after entering your name and email. There is no paid tier, trial timer, or subscription.
Does it work on battery?
Yes, while battery power is above 15% and the safety checks pass. Connecting power allows operation below that battery threshold; unplugging rechecks the cutoff immediately.
Will it restart after a safety stop?
No. A safety stop clears the saved On choice so WakeFold cannot silently restart. Resolve the condition and turn Keep Awake on again.
Can I use it with LidGlow or an external monitor?
This version supports one built-in display. Quit LidGlow and other closed-lid sleep-control apps before enabling WakeFold; using them together or connecting external displays is not supported.
Why do you ask for my email?
We keep a customer registration associated with the free download. No password or payment is required. Product news is optional, and our privacy notice explains the information we store.
A little help, right here.
Everything you need to get started and keep going.