For Windows users on Mac

The taskbar you know, now on Mac.

Miss switching by window title? TauBar brings a Windows-style taskbar to MacOS.

TauBar taskbar
  • No account required
  • Apple Silicon
  • MacOS Tahoe 26+

Switch by window — not just by app

Dock groups everything by app. TauBar puts each open window on the bar, so you can find it by its title. Chrome profiles are shown too.

Pin apps to the taskbar

Pin apps on the right too. Reach them the moment the idea hits.

System shortcuts on the bar

Launch Siri, Spotlight, Mission Control, and Show Desktop from icons on the taskbar.

Start menu where you expect it

Launch apps, search, and open settings from the Start button — right on the taskbar, where you left it on Windows.

Active window highlight

A clear border marks the focused window, so you always know which one is active.

Clock & calendar

Check the time and events from the clock, and see your next event in the menu bar — no other app needed.

Media & system controls

Adjust volume, brightness, and media playback right from the tray.

Window Switcher

Press ⌥Tab — like Alt+Tab — to browse every window across every Space, with titles and previews.

Temporary storage

Park files on the taskbar while you switch apps or Spaces, then drop them where you need them.

TauBar has no usage telemetry. Accessibility is used only to identify and focus windows. Screen Recording is needed only when you choose to show preview thumbnails.

Privacy policy
Simple pricing

Pick the plan that fits

Try every feature for 10 days. Keep everything with Pro. Stay on Free and the core taskbar remains yours.

Free vs Pro

Free plan

After the trial ends, without a purchase. Core taskbar stays available.

  • Taskbar, window switching, pin & reorder
  • Window titles / icon-only mode
  • Taskbar auto-hide
  • Start menu
  • Clock, date, month calendar
  • Multi-display
  • Launch at login
  • Japanese / English UI, update checks

Pro plan

During the trial, and with Monthly / Yearly / Lifetime. Same Pro rights on every paid plan.

  • Everything in Free
  • System action icons
  • Unread badges, Chrome profiles
  • Media controls
  • Volume & brightness controls
  • Window Switcher (⌥Tab)
  • Drag shelf
  • Active window highlight
  • Calendar events, menu bar event display
  • Bar height / width and layout options
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Pro Monthly

$0.99/mo

Flexible, cancel anytime

Best value

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Pro Yearly

$9.99/yr

Two months free every year

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Pro Lifetime

$19.99

One payment, yours forever

Paid plans unlock Pro on up to 2 Macs. License keys are delivered by Polar after checkout.

FAQ

Good to know

Key points for people who switched from Windows.

Does TauBar replace the Dock?

We recommend using it alongside the Dock. Or hide the Dock on the left or right and make the taskbar your home base.

Why are Accessibility permissions needed?

MacOS requires this permission for TauBar to read window titles, focus windows, and restore minimized windows.

Is Screen Recording required?

Only for preview thumbnails in Window Switcher. Without it, TauBar shows app icons and titles instead.

What happens after the trial?

After 10 days you stay on Free with the core taskbar. Pro features need Monthly, Yearly, or Lifetime. Your preferences remain saved on your Mac.

What is included in Free vs Pro?

Free covers switching, pinning, Start menu, and clock. Pro adds Window Switcher, drag shelf, calendar events, media controls, badges, and more — see Pricing.

How many Macs can I use?

Each license can be activated on up to two Macs for your personal use.

Does TauBar work with multiple displays?

Yes. The taskbar follows your display setup, and Window Switcher opens on the display under your pointer.