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ClaudeUsageBar v1.0.0 - Initial Release

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@Artzainnn Artzainnn released this 25 Jan 05:43
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ClaudeUsageBar v1.0.0

Track your Claude.ai usage right from your Mac menu bar!

What's New in v1.0.1

  • Keyboard shortcut toggle — Disable Cmd+U if it conflicts with VS Code or other apps (Settings > Keyboard Shortcut toggle)
  • Apple Notarized — No more Gatekeeper warnings, opens cleanly on all Macs

Features

  • Real-time session (5-hour) and weekly (7-day) usage tracking
  • Color-coded menu bar icon (green/yellow/red based on usage)
  • Smart notifications at 25%, 50%, 75%, 90% thresholds
  • Cmd+U keyboard shortcut to toggle popup (now with on/off toggle)
  • Auto-refresh every 5 minutes
  • All data stored locally on your Mac
  • Pro plan support with weekly Sonnet usage

Installation

  1. Download ClaudeUsageBar-Installer.dmg below
  2. Open the DMG and drag ClaudeUsageBar to Applications
  3. Launch ClaudeUsageBar from Applications
  4. Set your session cookie from claude.ai
  5. Done! Your usage appears in the menu bar

Full installation guide

Privacy

  • No analytics or tracking
  • All data stays local
  • Open source code
  • No hardcoded credentials

Requirements

  • macOS 12.0+ (Monterey or later)
  • Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) or Intel Mac
  • Claude.ai account (Free or Pro)

Made with care for the Claude community