NoBadge

A little less distraction

Your Focus.
A quieter Dock.

Hide supported notification badges while you focus. Bring back your previous badge settings when you’re done.

See NoBadge in action Compatibility & price

For Mac · In development · Planned $2.99, once

NoBadge General settings showing Hiding badges while Personal Focus is on
A small menu bar app. Right there when you need it.
Follows your macOS FocusApp-by-app exceptionsNo account or subscription

Set it once. Settle in.

A quieter Dock in three steps.

01

Allow access

The setup guide explains Full Disk Access, why it’s needed, and whether NoBadge can read your Focus.

02

Choose your Focus

Follow any Focus, or pick the modes where you want supported badges hidden.

03

Get back to your work

NoBadge restores your previous badge settings when Focus ends. Your apps stay available throughout.

NoBadge Apps settings with Mail selected to keep its badges visible

Keep what matters

Your exceptions.
Your choice.

Keep badges visible for selected apps. Search by name and make your choice with one checkbox.

Some apps draw their own badges. Those may not respond to macOS badge settings.

Room for a quick check

Show badges.
Then settle back in.

Show badges for 15 minutes without ending your Focus. Resume hiding whenever you’re ready.

Sounds, banners, and message delivery remain controlled by macOS and each app.

NoBadge showing badges temporarily, with a Resume now button

A closer look

Simple controls. Real app screens.

See automatic hiding, app exceptions, temporary visibility, and guided access.

24-second walkthrough using actual NoBadge app captures. Read the text version.

In development

Small app.
One small price.

$2.99 USD · planned, one time

No subscription. No account.
Not available to purchase yet.

Questions? Get in touch →

Before you buy

  • The current preview is verified on macOS 26.5.1 (25F80), Apple Silicon only. Other versions and Intel Macs are not yet supported.
  • Full Disk Access is required. NoBadge uses Focus and notification settings; it does not read your messages or documents.
  • Use Restore & Quit before removing the app. After a force quit, reopen NoBadge to restore pending settings.
Read the compatibility and setup guide

Good to know

A few quick answers.

What does NoBadge hide?

It turns off the macOS badge setting for supported apps during Focus, then restores the settings it changed. It does not mark messages as read or clear your inbox.

Does it block notifications?

No. NoBadge manages badge settings. macOS Focus and each app still control notification sounds, banners, and delivery.

Can I keep badges on for certain apps?

Yes. Open Apps, search for an app, and select it to keep its badges visible.

Is NoBadge on the Mac App Store?

NoBadge is not currently available on the Mac App Store. The current preview uses a direct-download architecture. Distribution is still being finalized, and purchases are not open.

Does my information leave my Mac?

Focus and badge processing stays on your Mac. NoBadge has no analytics, advertising, or app account. Diagnostics are exported only when you choose. See our privacy policy.