1 Mac
$6.99
Lifetime license for 1 Mac.
Taperlark / Product 002
Preen
A fast menu-bar camera preview for checking your framing before a call.
The download is open to everyone. No account needed. Preen notes
Made for the daily case
Everything in Preen.
7 days to try every feature. Requires macOS 14.0 or later.
- Camera selection
- Floating window
- Live camera preview
- Microphone mute
- Mirrored preview
- Snapshot capture
One-time purchase
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Choose the number of Macs you use. Your license arrives at the email used at checkout.
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2 Macs
$11.99
Lifetime license for 2 Macs.
3 Macs
$14.99
Lifetime license for 3 Macs.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the free trial?
Preen offers a 7 day full feature trial, no account required.
Is Preen a subscription?
No, Preen is a one time purchase with a lifetime license. There is no recurring charge.
How many Macs does one license cover?
A single Preen license covers 1 to 3 Macs, depending on the plan you choose at checkout.
What macOS version does Preen need?
Preen requires macOS 14.0 or later.
What if I lose my license?
Open license recovery and enter the email you used at checkout. We send a private, single-use link to your licenses and active devices.
Preen notes
From the product journal.
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Hand Mirror alternatives: what to use instead, and who should not switch
Hand Mirror's free one click check is genuinely good, which is why a reason to replace it needs to be specific. Quick Camera, Cam Dot, Rearview Mirror, Mirror Magnet, FaceScreen, Camera Preview and Preen compared by window model, microphone features and pricing, with a keep Hand Mirror verdict included.
How to test your camera on a Mac before the meeting starts
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