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Aurora builds are published through GitHub releases. The app requires macOS 13 Ventura or later, and the 72-hour Pro trial begins automatically on first launch.

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Having trouble opening Aurora? See install help.

System Requirements

Operating System macOS 13 Ventura or later

Architecture Apple Silicon & Intel (Universal)

Download Size Listed with release assets

Version Version 1.0, build 100

Checksum SHA-256 is listed on GitHub when a signed build is attached

Price 72-hour free trial, Pro from €2.99/mo, Pro lifetime €18.99

Compatibility

What Aurora works with.

A quick scan before you install: system support, media sources, calendar features, and writing-help availability.

Area Status Notes

macOS Supported macOS 13 Ventura or later.

Mac architecture Universal Apple Silicon and Intel builds are available.

Mac models Supported Designed for notch-equipped MacBooks and adapts to the top screen area on supported Macs without a notch.

Spotify Supported Works through macOS media integration and Automation permissions.

Apple Music Supported Playback controls and artwork appear when Apple Music exposes Now Playing.

Google Chrome web playback Supported Supported Chrome playback works without extra plugins.

Google Calendar Pro Direct account connection, event reading, and quick event creation.

On-device writing help Adaptive Uses Apple's on-device model when available, with fallback behavior where needed.

Setup

Install in under a minute.

Open the release builds page and download the DMG or ZIP once a signed build is attached. Your browser will save it to your Downloads folder.

Drag to Applications. Open the DMG and drag Aurora into your Applications folder. Eject the disk image when finished.

Launch and allow permissions. Open Aurora from Applications. macOS will ask you to grant Accessibility and Screen Recording permissions so Aurora can manage top-edge surfaces.

Having trouble opening Aurora?

Most first-launch issues are macOS security prompts or the app still sitting in Downloads. Move Aurora to Applications, then right-click and choose Open. If macOS blocks it, allow Aurora in System Settings > Privacy & Security.

macOS 13+ Applications folder Apple Silicon or Intel build Privacy & Security approval

More troubleshooting

After Install

What happens next.

72-Hour Premium Trial

Your Pro trial starts the moment you first launch Aurora. Every Pro feature is unlocked for a full 72 hours, with no credit card required. Explore widgets, writing actions, live media surfaces, and the complete customization suite.

After the Trial

After the trial ends, an active license is required to keep using Aurora. Choose Pro Monthly at €2.99/mo or Pro Lifetime at €18.99 to continue.

Upgrade to Pro

Ready for the full experience? Choose between Pro Monthly or Pro Lifetime on the Pricing page. Activation is handled inside Aurora with your purchase email and license key, and Aurora Pro can be active on up to 2 Macs per license.

Permissions

Permissions, explained.

Aurora asks only when a feature needs access. These System Settings previews show where each permission lives and what it unlocks.

Accessibility

Required for Aurora to interact with the top of your screen, manage window positioning, and provide quick-action overlays across your desktop.

Automation

Required for Aurora to control supported media apps and Google Chrome web playback when macOS asks for confirmation.

Screen Recording

Needed for live activity screenshots and screen-aware widget surfaces. Aurora never records or transmits your screen contents.

Calendar

Used only when you connect calendar features, so Aurora can show upcoming events and create new ones from the top of your screen.