Reclaim Your Menu Space
Stop letting the Notch swallow your menu bar space! Notcho Libre ensures that your apps can span the full width of the menu bar uninterrupted
Intelligent Resolution Switching
Notcho Libre runs in the background and checks the display configuration every second to ensure your menu bar remains protected and Notch-free
Set It & Forget It
Effortlessly spin up Notcho Libre at login to safeguard your menu bar's real estate from the second your Mac boots up
Privacy-First Architecture
Does not require invasive administrative access or Screen Recording permissions
How Notcho Libre Compares
| Feature / Advantage | Notcho Libre | TopNotch | Say No to Notch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notch Hiding Strategy | Dynamic resolution switching (pushed below notch) | Black wallpaper modification (top bezel blend) | Dynamic resolution switching (pushed below notch) |
| Menu Bar Real Estate | Pushes menu bar down into visible screen area | Notch area remains physical obstruction for icons | Pushes menu bar down into visible screen area |
| Dynamic Wallpaper Compatibility | Preserves wallpaper aspect ratio | Breaks or alters dynamic wallpapers to black out top | Preserves wallpaper aspect ratio |
| App Size | 646 KB | ~8.9 MB | ~21 MB |
| Pricing & License | Free Donation-supported | Free | Free with optional In-App purchase |