NetMute
Tracker Shield — 1100+ trackers, silenced

Apps track you. NetMute hangs up.

A privacy firewall for your Mac. See what every app is doing — and block it in one click. All from your menu bar.

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10Features
100% Local
NetMute — Simple Mode with category-based app control
Tracker Shield
1100+ blocked
macOS Native
One-Time Purchase
Privacy First
No Subscription
New Feature

Tracker Shield

Block 1100+ known trackers with a tap. Ads, analytics, fingerprinting, and social trackers — stopped at the network level before reaching your data.

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One-Tap Protection

Turn on Tracker Shield and all known trackers are blocked system-wide. No configuration needed — it just works.

Enterprise Blocking

Block by company, not just by individual domains. If Facebook is blocked, all tracking subdomains are blocked too.

Smart Breakage Detection

Critical trackers that apps need to function are automatically allowed with a warning. Apps keep running, your privacy remains protected.

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Belkin
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appsflyer.com

All You Need for Network Control

Ten powerful features, an elegant menu bar app.

Tracker Shield

Block over 600 known trackers from advertising, analytics, fingerprinting, and social categories — with a single switch.

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App X-Ray

Deep analysis of each app's network behavior. Privacy score, tracker detection, and smart blocking recommendations.

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1 analytics SDK
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Per-App Firewall

Block or allow internet access for each app with a click. Create custom rules for incoming and outgoing connections.

Traffic Monitor

Real-time bandwidth monitoring per app. See upload and download speeds, data usage, and connection details.

Domain Tracking

See every domain each app connects to. Identify suspicious connections and unwanted data transfers.

Network Reports

Detailed daily, weekly, and monthly reports of your network activity. Export data for further analysis.

Network Profiles

Create different firewall configurations for home, work, or public networks. Automatic switching based on your location.

Hotspot Protection

Automatic security rules when connecting to public Wi-Fi. Protect your data in untrusted networks.

Data Limits

Set daily or monthly data limits per app. Get notified before exceeding your quota.

Focus Sync

Automatically adjust network rules to your macOS Focus mode. Block distractions when working.

Your Privacy Is Our Priority

All data stays on your Mac. Always.

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100% Local Processing

All network analysis happens on your device. Your connection data stays local on your Mac.

Local-first, no account

NetMute has no servers of its own and needs no account. Your network data belongs solely to you.

No Tracking, No Analytics

We do not track your usage, do not collect telemetry, and do not create profiles. Zero data collection — and Tracker Shield blocks 1100+ trackers from other apps immediately.

Open & Transparent

We clearly document what NetMute does and does not do. No hidden features, no surprises.

Ready to Use in Minutes

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01

Install

Download NetMute from the Mac App Store. No account needed, no registration required.

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Configure

Set your preferences and create rules for your apps. NetMute suggests smart default settings.

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Done

NetMute runs quietly in your menu bar. You have control — monitor, block, and protect with a click.

Flagship Feature

App X-Ray: See What Your Apps Are Really Doing

The most powerful app analysis tool for macOS.

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Privacy Score

Each app receives a privacy score based on its network behavior. See at a glance which apps respect your privacy.

Tracker Detection

Automatically identifies known trackers, analytics services, and ad networks. Know exactly who is watching.

Smart Block

Powered by Tracker Shields curated database. Intelligent blocking of 1100+ trackers without affecting app functionality.

Protected Wherever You Go

At home or on the go — NetMute keeps your Mac secure.

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Photo Sync
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Adobe CC
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Spotify
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Browser
72 MB/min
17× schneller

Hotel Wi-Fi

Automatically enable strict rules in hotel networks. Block background data and protect sensitive apps.

Airport & Cafés

Public Wi-Fi is a security risk. NetMute blocks your connections and warns of suspicious activity.

Mobile Hotspot

Tethering with your phone? Set data limits per app to conserve your mobile data volume.

Traveling Abroad

Different countries, different rules. Create location-specific profiles to stay protected everywhere.

NetMute in Action

Every feature at a glance — one screen at a time.

Apps track you. NetMute hangs up — a privacy firewall for your Mac
See exactly who's listening — watch any app's connections and silence them with one switch
Thousands of trackers, silenced — your privacy week, summed up every Monday
Different Wi-Fi, different rules — NetMute switches profile automatically
A rule set for every mode — Allow All, Focus, Work or a custom profile
90 days of traffic, every byte accounted for — stored on your Mac only
No account. Local-first. One purchase. Built solo in Munich.

Free to Use. Premium When You Need It.

Free to download from the Mac App Store. Unlock Premium features via in-app purchase.

Available on the Mac App Store

  • Core features free forever
  • Free updates for everyone
  • Premium via in-app purchase

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about NetMute.

Ready to take control?

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