Study & note-taking overlays
Keep floating video lessons beside your notes so your study sessions stay focused.
Pin windows on macOS
Keep any window always on top
Floaty is a lightweight macOS tool that keeps any window always on top. Pin videos, notes, documents, coding references, and floating windows for easier multitasking. One-time purchase, no subscription.
Screen Recording · Accessibility
🔒 No personal data collected. Runs locally and can be used offline. Learn more
How people use Floaty to pin windows
Floaty helps macOS users keep windows always on top for studying, coding, design, and watching videos. It works as a floating window tool that lets you pin any app on top of others. Ideal for multitasking and productivity.
Coding & documentation always on top
Keep docs, terminals, or logs pinned so your coding references stay always on top as you ship.
Design reviews & product feedback
Pin design boards or screenshots next to meetings to create a Mac overlay window for faster feedback loops.
Ops dashboards & monitoring overlays
Keep dashboards, logs, or alerts visible so ops teams can rely on a Mac multitasking window tool without swapping spaces.
Content prep & recording
Record tutorials or demos using pin-window macOS workflows that keep reference windows beside your scene.
Focus controls & overlays
Adjust opacity, enable click-through, set timers, or use hotkeys for a Mac floating window workflow tailored to your focus.
Floaty makes always-on-top window pinning effortless
Start with the basics. Unlock more with Floaty Pro for multiple pinned windows, opacity, and automation.
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Pin multiple macOS windows
Keep selected study notes, docs, or dashboards always on top — one or many — to support an effortless keep-window-on-top mac workflow.
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Stay in control with hotkeys
Pin or release any window instantly with global Floaty shortcuts tuned for quick keep-on-top control.
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Fade distractions with opacity control
Set per-window opacity so your floating overlays never block what matters.
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Set timers to auto-unpin
Auto-unpin floating windows with timers for deep work sessions.
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Work faster with click-through overlays
Toggle click-through or focus-only states instantly so mac floating window overlays keep pace with your workflow.
Always-On-Top Guides for macOS
These guides explain how keeping windows always on top actually works on macOS—and when dedicated tools like Floaty are needed.
Best macOS Tools to Pin Windows Always on Top (2026 Comparison)
2026 guide to keeping any macOS window always on top. Compare Rectangle Pro, BetterTouchTool scripts, and Floaty to pick the right pin window workflow.
2026-01-10
About 6 min read
#pin window mac
#always on top mac tool
#mac window manager
How to Keep Any Window Always on Top on macOS (2026 Guide)
Learn how to keep any macOS window always on top in 2026. Compare built-in methods, old hacks, and the cleanest tool for floating windows on Mac.
2026-01-09
About 5 min read
#mac always on top
#pin window mac
#float window mac
Keep Windows on Top with Rectangle Pro and More – macOS 2026 Tools Compared
Trying to keep a macOS window always visible? This 2026 guide compares Floaty, Rectangle Pro, BetterTouchTool, and legacy methods for pinning windows on top. Pros, cons, screenshots – everything you need to choose the right tool.
2026-01-03
About 5 min read
#macOS always on top
#pin window mac
#always on top mac tool
2026 macOS Always-on-Top Landscape Guide
A field report on the 2026 macOS always-on-top ecosystem: window managers, Floaty-style pin tools, and the legacy hacks still floating around.
2026-01-02
About 7 min read
#macOS always on top
#pin window mac
#always on top mac tool
Frequently asked questions
Need more details or have a question? Email support@floatytool.com — we usually reply within one business day.
Why are Screen Recording and Accessibility permissions required?
Screen Recording powers the live preview while Accessibility grants Floaty control to pin, unpin, and manage windows. Both stay local — Floaty never transmits any screen content.
Does Floaty collect any data?
Only the basics — anonymous crash and diagnostic data that help fix bugs and improve Floaty. Nothing personal, nothing from your screen, and nothing beyond those diagnostics is ever collected. You can also run Floaty entirely offline.
Which macOS versions does Floaty support?
Floaty runs great on macOS Sonoma and Sequoia, fully supporting both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.
Does Floaty use battery or CPU while running?
Floaty is designed to stay lightweight — it runs only when needed and keeps CPU and battery use minimal, even with multiple pinned windows.
Why does the pinned video sometimes freeze or stop updating?
Floaty mirrors the live content from the original window. On macOS, if that original window is completely covered, the system pauses its updates to save resources. Just keep a small part of the source window visible — even a thin edge is enough to keep it live.
How do I keep notifications on while mirroring or sharing my screen on Mac?
macOS now pauses most alerts by default whenever it detects screen mirroring, so it can look like notifications are broken. To turn them back on, go to → System Settings → Notifications, scroll to “Allow notifications when mirroring or sharing the display,” and choose “Allow Notifications” in the dropdown. You can also flip the toggle beside that option on to make sure banners and alerts continue to appear while you share your screen.
Can Floaty work with full-screen apps?
Not yet. macOS full-screen mode isolates each app in its own space, so Floaty can’t pin windows above it. Use Floaty in normal or Split View windows instead.
Who makes Floaty?
Floaty is built and maintained by a solo indie developer. I’m improving it continuously and always listening to feedback — feel free to reach out anytime at support@floatytool.com.