Music & YouTube
Apple Music, Spotify, or YouTube audio.
Lid Keeper for Mac
Close the lid.
Keep things running.
Keep your Mac awake with the lid closed. Choose a time, start a session, and let it get on with things.
Download previewApple Silicon · macOS 14+ · Development preview
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Keep your apps
running.
Video exports
Leave your video editor to finish an export.
Downloads
Large files, game updates, and app installs.
Builds & scripts
Terminal jobs and apps working in the background.
Choose a time.
Close your Mac.
Start a session from your menu bar. Approve it in macOS, then close the lid.
Lid Keeper2hChoose your duration
Interactive demo · no Mac settings are changed
macOS asks for your approval
A real session needs administrator authorization.
Set a timer.
Sleep comes after.
A SESSION HAS AN END.
14:00
16:00
When your time is up, normal sleep is restored.
You can end the session earlier, too.
Your usual, saved.
Custom durations and named presets make repeat sessions quicker. Included with Plus.
A shortcut away.
Start a session without hunting through menus. Or stop an active one.
⌃ ⌥ ⌘ SpaceBuilt-in boundaries.
Battery and thermal cutoffs, a four-hour maximum, and an independent sleep recovery process.
Why choose
Lid Keeper?
Start with free closed-lid sessions.
Choose Plus if you need more time.
| Feature | Lid KeeperCurrent preview | LidRunAdvertised offer |
|---|---|---|
| Free closed-lid sessions | Lid Keeper20 minutesUnlimited manual restarts after the trial | LidRunPaid after the trial |
| One-time price | Lid Keeper$3.99 plannedPlus · one Mac · checkout not open yet | LidRun$9.90 launch priceOne Mac |
| Session duration | Lid KeeperUp to 4 hoursDuring the trial and with Plus | LidRun30 minutes to 8 hours |
| When a task finishes | Lid KeeperUses your chosen timer | LidRunTask runner & Auto Mode advertised |
| Mac support & installation | Lid KeeperApple Silicon · macOS 14+Development preview · not notarized | LidRunApple Silicon & Intel · macOS 13+Notarized installer advertised |
Checked 24 October 2026 against LidRun’s website ↗. Looking for another free option? Amphetamine also supports closed-display sessions ↗.
Try it.
Keep what you need.
Seven days of Plus. No card required.
Then use Free, or make more room with Plus.
Free
20-MINUTE SESSIONS$0always
For the quick things.
- Sessions up to 20 minutes
- Unlimited manual restarts
- Battery and thermal safeguards
- Automatic sleep recovery
Plus
UP TO FOUR HOURS$3.99once · one Mac
For the things that take a while.
- Sessions up to 4 hours
- Custom timers and saved presets
- Global keyboard shortcut
- All Free safeguards and recovery
Planned launch offer. Purchasing is not open yet. The seven-day trial begins with your first successfully verified session and does not auto-charge.
A few things
before you close it.
Does it work on battery?
Battery sessions are supported. When unplugged, a session stops at 15% battery or below; thermal protection can stop it sooner. Keep the Mac on a ventilated surface, even with the lid closed.
Which Macs does it support?
The current build targets Apple Silicon Macs running macOS 14 or later. Closed-lid behavior and media compatibility still need broader testing; the final release will state the configurations tested.
Why does macOS ask for approval?
A session temporarily changes a system sleep setting and starts a recovery process. macOS asks for administrator authorization when starting. Lid Keeper includes controls to restore normal sleep.
Does it know when my task is finished?
No. Lid Keeper uses the timer you choose. It does not monitor downloads, detect media completion, or decide when another app has finished its work. End the session yourself if you finish early.
What happens after the trial?
Free stays available for sessions up to 20 minutes, with unlimited manual restarts. Plus adds sessions through four hours, custom timers, presets, and the shortcut. An active session keeps its original deadline when the trial expires.
Does it need an internet connection?
Purchasing and initial purchase-key activation need a connection. After activation, the signed license is verified locally. Ordinary sessions and sleep recovery work offline.