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For bug reports, feature requests, or general questions:
develop@youmeapps.comWe usually respond within 1–2 business days.
Before You Contact Us
To help us resolve your issue faster:
- Make sure you're running the latest version of BopBar
- Check that Music.app is open and signed into your Apple Music account
- If the audio spectrum isn't working, verify you're on macOS 14.2 or later
- Try restarting both BopBar and the Music app
- Note your macOS version and BopBar version when writing in
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I install BopBar?
Download the latest version from the BopBar website or the Mac App Store. Open the downloaded DMG file and drag BopBar to your Applications folder. Launch BopBar from Applications — it will appear in your menu bar immediately. On first launch, macOS may ask for permission to control Music.app; this is required for BopBar to work.
BopBar doesn't show anything in the menu bar
First, make sure the Apple Music app is open and playing something. BopBar reflects the state of Music.app — if Music isn't playing, BopBar will show an idle state. If Music is playing and you still don't see BopBar, check that your menu bar isn't full — macOS may hide items when space is tight. Try quitting other menu bar apps or switching BopBar to compact mode in Settings.
The audio spectrum isn't showing
The live audio spectrum requires macOS 14.2 (Sonoma) or later. If you're on an earlier version, BopBar falls back to a standard progress bar. Make sure the playback bar is enabled in Settings > General. On macOS 14.2 and later, BopBar shows the live spectrum in place of the standard progress bar. If it still doesn't work, try restarting both BopBar and the Music app.
How do I switch between compact and expanded mode?
Open BopBar's mini-player by clicking the menu bar item, then click the gear icon to open Settings. Under General, toggle between Compact (icon only) and Expanded (icon + text + controls). The change takes effect immediately.
How do I install BopBar on a new Mac?
Sign into the Mac App Store with the Apple ID that purchased BopBar, then download it again. There is no separate setup step inside BopBar.
Does BopBar collect any data?
No. BopBar does not collect or store personal data. All settings are stored locally on your Mac. Read our full Privacy Policy for details.
Can I use BopBar on multiple Macs?
Yes. Buy BopBar once through the Mac App Store, then download it on each Mac signed into the same Apple ID.
System Requirements
| macOS | macOS 14 Sonoma or later |
| Audio Spectrum | Requires macOS 14.2+ (CoreAudio process tap) |
| Apple Music | Music.app must be installed and signed in |
| Processor | Apple Silicon or Intel (Apple Silicon recommended for best spectrum performance) |