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HazeOver
What HazeOver is
HazeOver is a paid macOS utility that keeps attention on the active window by shading other windows. It runs in the background and dims the window you left after switching to another one. You can set the dimming intensity, animation speed, and color, then toggle the effect from the menu bar or with a keyboard shortcut. A scroll gesture changes intensity directly. With multiple displays, HazeOver can emphasize the front window on each connected screen or dim screens that lack keyboard focus. Light and Dark system appearances can have separate dimming settings, with automatic switching between them. Integrations include Apple Shortcuts, Automations, Focus Filters, AppleScript, and Raycast. The current version requires macOS Ventura 13 or later; older versions are available for macOS 10.9 through Monterey 12. A free trial is offered, but there is no free plan. The HazeOver License costs $4.99, paid once.
Who it suits
HazeOver suits Mac users who want visual focus on one window, including people working across multiple displays. It also fits users who automate controls through Apple tools or Raycast.
What it does well
- Customizable intensity, speed, and color
- Supports multiple connected displays
- Works with Apple automation tools
- Menu bar and keyboard controls
- Separate Light and Dark settings
What to know first
- No free plan
- macOS only
- Current version requires macOS Ventura 13 or later
- Paid license costs $4.99, paid once
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| HazeOver License | Mac license · available via direct purchase, Mac App Store, or Setapp | $4.99, paid once |
As hazeover.com lists them, read 5 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Verdict
HazeOver focuses on one active Mac window by dimming the rest, with display, appearance, and automation options. A free trial is available, while the listed license costs $4.99, paid once.
Facts from HazeOver's own pages
- Appearance
- Dimming settings can change automatically with Light and Dark system appearance, with separate settings for each. · hazeover.com, 5 Oct 2026
- Controls
- Users can toggle dimming from the menu bar or a keyboard shortcut and adjust intensity with a scroll gesture. · hazeover.com, 5 Oct 2026
- Customization
- Users can customize dimming intensity, animation speed, and color. · hazeover.com, 5 Oct 2026
- Developer
- The maker identifies Maxim Ananov as the developer and copyright holder. · hazeover.com, 5 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- HazeOver supports Apple Shortcuts, Automations, Focus Filters, AppleScript, and third-party tools including Raycast. · hazeover.com, 5 Oct 2026
- Multiple displays
- It can highlight the front window on each connected display or dim displays without keyboard focus. · hazeover.com, 5 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- The maker says direct-download and Mac App Store versions do not send app usage information; Setapp versions share usage information with Setapp for developer billing. · hazeover.com, 5 Oct 2026
- Purchase processing
- Direct website purchases are processed by Paddle, which the policy identifies as Merchant of Record and provider of customer service and returns. · hazeover.com, 5 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- HazeOver highlights the active Mac window by dimming background windows to help users focus. · hazeover.com, 5 Oct 2026
- Support
- The maker directs users to contact developer Maxim by email for help, including assistance setting up automation. · hazeover.com, 5 Oct 2026
- System requirement
- The current version requires macOS Ventura 13 or later, and older versions are listed for macOS 10.9 through Monterey 12. · hazeover.com, 5 Oct 2026
- Updates
- The optional update system for direct downloads periodically checks the website for current version information and can be disabled in app settings. · hazeover.com, 5 Oct 2026
- Window dimming
- It runs in the background and shades the previous window when you switch to another window. · hazeover.com, 5 Oct 2026
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