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BlurScreen vs Yellow Dot
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
BlurScreen
5.0Blur any part of your screen
Yellow Dot
6.0Hides privacy indicators
| Metric | BlurScreen | Yellow Dot |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Security & Privacy |
| AI Score | 5.0 | 6.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 1 | 11 |
| 90-day Installs | 7 | 25 |
| 365-day Installs | 25 | 142 |
| Version | 1.0 | 2.6 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | - | 193 |
| GitHub Forks | - | 13 |
| Open Issues | - | 3 |
| License | — | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Swift | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3y ago | 1y ago |
| First Seen | Nov 29, 2022 | Oct 29, 2024 |
Reviews
BlurScreen
BlurScreen allows users to blur any part of their screen, providing a simple yet effective way to hide sensitive information. Ideal for professionals who frequently share screens, it offers a quick privacy solution without complex setup.
BlurScreen blurs selected areas of the screen to hide sensitive information.
Pros
- + Enhances privacy during screen sharing
- + Intuitive and easy to use interface
- + Automatic updates for the latest features
Cons
- - Lack of community support and contributions
- - Limited additional features beyond blurring
Yellow Dot
Yellow Dot is a privacy-focused macOS app that hides the yellow recording indicator in the screen corner, offering a simple solution for users concerned about surveillance. It benefits those who prioritize privacy and wish to customize their system's visual indicators.
Hides the yellow privacy indicator in the corner of the macOS screen.
Pros
- + Enhances privacy by hiding the yellow indicator
- + Simple and effective solution for privacy concerns
- + Actively maintained with regular updates
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Compatibility issues with newer macOS versions