Scan
Discover supported tools without changing your UpdateBar registry.
UpdateBar for macOS
Update developer tools from your Mac menu bar.
See what is outdated, review the exact command access, and update approved tools from one native macOS app.
Review
Compare versions and inspect exact command fields before approval.
Update
Run one or many approved updates from the Dashboard or menu bar.
Keep update state visible.
UpdateBar puts discovery, approval, progress, and history in one native surface without hiding what runs.
Scan
See what needs attention.
Track Homebrew, npm, GitHub releases, files, and custom recipes through one clear status model.
Review
Understand versions and approval state.
Inspect current and latest versions, then review the exact command fields that require access before anything runs.
Update
Keep a readable history.
Watch bounded update progress and review recorded outcomes without giving up the same deterministic core used by the CLI.
Commands run only after explicit approval.
Imported and discovered command fields stay gated by exact fingerprints. Approved commands are not sandboxed and still run with your user privileges.
What the macOS app includes
Requirements and distribution
- macOS 13+
- Apple Silicon release assets
- Signed & notarized
- Bundled
updatebarCLI - No telemetry
- Homebrew cask installation
Common questions
Does the app update tools automatically?
No. Update commands require exact approval and an explicit update action.
Does the cask include the CLI?
Yes. The cask installs the app and links its bundled CLI onto your Homebrew path.
Can I remove UpdateBar without deleting its data?
Yes. Uninstalling the cask does not automatically remove your local registry and logs.
Install the app and bundled CLI.
Use the signed Homebrew cask for the normal macOS setup.
brew install --cask sonim1/tap/updatebar-app