Mouse Jiggler for Mac

@masump thanks a lot Masum!

Great question, Chris, thank you!

Amphetamine and Lungo prevent sleep by tweaking macOS settings, but Mouse Jiggler works differently - it simulates real cursor movement, just like a physical mouse jiggler device that many users already trust.

Since hardware jigglers are widely used and proven to work, people naturally feel confident that Mouse Jiggler will function the same way - without relying on system settings that some apps or remote sessions might ignore.

It’s built specifically for this purpose, with only the features users need:

Silent Mode – Prevent sleep without visible movement.

Click Simulation – Optionally mimic real user interaction.

Smart Deactivation – Stop automatically at a set time or battery level.

Unlike system-based solutions, Mouse Jiggler ensures activity is detected everywhere, making it a reliable and familiar choice for keeping your Mac awake.

Thank you again for your question, and let me know your thoughts!

@bohdanbilous like, is it to evade certain kinds of detectors? I understand that mouse jigging keeps a computer from going to sleep, but jiggling the mouse seems unnecessary if you can just set a system setting to prevent sleep.

There must be some value in the jiggling itself? e.g. a user can't toggle system settings but can install an app to jiggle the mouse to make it seem like they're working?

@chrismessina Unlike standard sleep prevention apps, Mouse Jiggler works in any scenario. There are a lot of apps and services (like below) don’t just check if the system is awake, they look for actual activity. That’s where Mouse Jiggler comes in.

• Remote Desktop & Virtual Machines - Some apps like Citrix, VMware, and Microsoft RDP detect inactivity only through user input, not just system settings. Mouse Jiggler ensures the session stays active by providing subtle movement or silent mode to keep things running smoothly.

• Cloud-based & Web Applications - Some time-sensitive platforms (e.g., security portals, auto-logoff dashboards, certain browser-based corporate tools) log users out if they don’t detect activity. Keeping the cursor moving bypasses these idle restrictions in a legitimate way.

• Software Testing & Automation - Developers, QA testers, or IT professionals running automated tasks, scripts, or UI testing may need a non-intrusive way to simulate an active user.

• Live Monitoring Dashboards - Some monitoring software (like stock trading apps, server dashboards, or real-time analytics tools) require occasional cursor interaction to remain fully functional.

Hope that answers your question and clarifies the distinct value Mouse Jiggler offers. Let me know if you have any thoughts - happy to discuss further.

@bohdanbilous it does — and those examples help me to understand the value and niche that Mouse Jiggler serves. Thank you!

@chrismessina Glad to hear that! Mouse Jiggler definitely has its niche, and I appreciate you taking the time to explore its value!

@kay_arkain Thank you so much Kay! I really appreciate you sharing it with your friends. Hope they find it useful too! 🙌

@mohamed_zakarya Thank you so much Mohamed! That truly means a lot. It’s been a journey, and I appreciate your support! Wishing you all the best as well! 🚀

@jonwesselink Great question! Yes, the app has a 'Silent Mode' feature that ensures the cursor movement remains completely invisible, making it perfect for screen recordings, webinars, or any situation where you don't want distractions. Thanks for your interest!

@aishwaryalohi While some may use it for that, the original purpose of Mouse Jiggler is to keep Macs awake during presentations, webinars, live streams, system monitoring, and long downloads. 🙂

@bohdanbilous very useful indeed :)