Hold My Lid
Close your MacBook. Your agents keep running.
Hold My Lid is a macOS application designed to keep your Mac awake while coding agents like Claude Code and OpenAI Codex are active, even with the lid closed. This tool helps developers manage their workflow by allowing their laptops to remain operational while stored in a bag, ensuring that tasks are completed without interruption.
Key Features:
- Keeps your Mac awake while coding agents are active, even with the lid closed.
- Utilizes lifecycle hooks to accurately monitor agent activity and manage wake states.
- Configurable settings allow users to set battery thresholds and power modes.
- Provides notifications and sound alerts when agents complete tasks or battery limits are reached.
- Offers a menu-bar dropdown for quick access to status, agent sessions, and control options.
- Supports global shortcuts for toggling the app on or off from any application.
Hold My Lid is a macOS application designed to keep your Mac awake while coding agents operate, even with the lid closed. It offers a one-time purchase model, allowing use on up to three Macs without the need for subscriptions.



















