A minimalist work tracker for Mac
Know where
your work stands.
Two simple states: My turn and Waiting. Keep a short status for each piece of work, so you can pick it up again without piecing everything together.
Free download. macOS 15 or later.
Try it: open Website launch, add an update, and switch it to Waiting.
An interactive example. Changes stay in this page.
Your turn.
Or waiting.
Some work needs your next move. Some is waiting on a reply, a review, or something else to happen. Keep the distinction clear.
My turn
The next move is yours. See what’s ready for your attention, with the latest context beside it.
Waiting
You’ve done your part for now. Keep track of what you’re waiting for, ready for the next update.
Pick up where
you left off.
Write a short update when something changes. Your latest status tells you where things stand. Earlier updates tell you how you got here.
A quick check.
A short update.
Back to work.
Bring up Faden with a keyboard shortcut. Find your thread, save what’s changed, and get on with your day.
Remember to follow up
Set a reminder for when you want to check in. Snooze work until you’re ready to return to it.
Keep useful links close
Save the document, conversation, or reference you’ll need alongside its status.
Find the thread
Group related work with tags. Search titles and earlier updates to find your way back.
Start free.
Make room for your work.
Download Faden and try the workflow. A license for full access is a one-time purchase.
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A few things to know.
What should I keep in Faden?
Anything active whose situation you want to remember: a proposal, an app release, a repair, or a conversation you need to follow up on. Give it a short status and choose My turn or Waiting.
Does Faden update my work automatically?
You write the updates and decide whose turn it is. Faden gives you a small, dedicated place to keep that context.
What happens when something is finished?
Resolve the thread to remove it from your active work. Its history stays available, and you can reopen it with a fresh update.
How is this different from a to-do list?
Faden keeps the current situation and earlier updates for each piece of work. You can see what needs your next move and what you’re waiting for, including the context you’ll need when it comes back.
Which Macs does Faden support?
Faden requires macOS 15 or later. Download the app, move it to Applications, and open it. The default shortcut is Option-Space.
Does my work sync between devices?
Your threads and history are stored locally on your Mac. Faden currently has no sync or shared team workspace.
Small, thoughtful software for the Mac.
From the developer of HyperSwitcher.