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backdrop · v2.6.17,121 • auto-updates
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Live wallpaper app
brew install --cask backdrop 206
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Trust Score 6/10
✓ Open source (GPL-2.0) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✗ New (<1yr) +0
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v2.6.17,1211d ago2.6.16,120→2.6.17,121
10d ago2.6.15,119→2.6.16,120
27d ago2.6.14,118→2.6.15,119
1mo ago2.6.13,115→2.6.14,118
2mo ago2.6.12,109→2.6.13,115
3mo ago2.6.11,108→2.6.12,109
3mo ago2.6.9,104→2.6.11,108
3mo ago2.6.8,102→2.6.9,104
3mo ago2.6.8,100→2.6.8,102
3mo ago2.6.8,99→2.6.8,100
+ 12 older versions
Review
Mar 10, 2026Backdrop is a unique live wallpaper app for macOS that allows users to create dynamic, animated backgrounds using PHP scripts. It's ideal for creative professionals and desktop customization enthusiasts who want to go beyond static wallpapers.
Backdrop enables the creation and display of live, dynamic wallpapers using PHP scripts.
Maturity: The project has active development with regular updates, but a high number of open issues may indicate some instability or areas needing improvement.
Community: No significant community discussion about the app itself, though the term 'backdrop' has been mentioned in various contexts on Hacker News.
Pros
- + Unique live wallpaper functionality with PHP scripting support
- + Highly customizable backgrounds
- + Regular updates and active maintenance
Cons
- - High number of open issues on GitHub
- - Niche appeal due to reliance on PHP scripting
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