HushNotes displays sticky notes floating above all other applications, with the defining feature that notes automatically hide whenever screen sharing begins. This makes the app suitable for keeping sensitive information visible during work without exposing it during video calls or presentations.
Notes float as persistent overlays accessible from any application without switching windows. Six preset paper themes customize appearance. Markdown formatting renders live within notes, supporting bold, italic, lists, and headers for structured content.
Touch ID locking protects individual notes without requiring a password. Locked notes show as blank placeholders until authenticated, keeping sensitive information visible in the app list but unreadable without fingerprint confirmation.
Keyboard shortcuts enable fast note management: ⌥⇧N creates a new note, ⌥⇧Space captures any selected text from other applications directly into a new note, and a single keystroke hides all notes simultaneously. This enables quick capture and quick hiding for environments where note visibility needs to be toggled frequently.
Optional iCloud sync carries notes across multiple Macs. The MCP server integration allows AI assistants including Claude to read from and write to notes, supporting workflows that involve AI summarization, drafting, or lookup against stored note content.
System requirements: macOS 14 or later. Compatible with Apple Silicon and Intel Macs. Direct download from hushnotes.app (not available on the Mac App Store).
Pricing: $9.99 one-time purchase (regularly $14.99, currently 33% off). One license covers all Macs owned by the purchaser. No subscription.
Limitations: Not available on the Mac App Store, requiring direct download. Requires macOS 14, excluding users on earlier versions. iCloud sync may introduce latency for cross-device note updates. The floating window behavior can interfere with full-screen applications.
Alternatives: Stickies (built into macOS) provides free basic sticky notes without floating or screen-share hiding. Notchmeister and Tot offer quick note capture with different display paradigms. Noteship and Mango include note functionality alongside other menu bar features.
Suitable for professionals who regularly screen share during calls and want to keep reference notes visible without accidental exposure of sensitive information.
