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Activity Monitor Network Alternative for Mac | NetPulse
NetPulse is an Activity Monitor network alternative for Mac users who want live menu bar speed, traffic totals, network quality, and IP details without keeping Activity Monitor open.
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Key features
- Real-time upload and download speed in the macOS menu bar or floating panel
- Right-click settings menu for floating panel mode and double-click to open the full panel
- Per-app real-time upload and download speed in the Processes tab
- Network quality checks including latency, packet loss, and stability
- Public IP, local IP, location, connection type, and active network interface
- Daily, weekly, and monthly upload/download totals stored locally
Privacy boundary
- NetPulse stores traffic data locally on the user's Mac.
- NetPulse does not upload network usage data to an external server.
- NetPulse does not read, modify, or upload website content, messages, files, or browsing history.
- The Network Extension is used for local per-app traffic measurement.
Frequently asked questions
Can Activity Monitor show network activity?
Yes. Activity Monitor can show network activity. NetPulse is for users who want a dedicated menu bar network monitor instead of opening Activity Monitor.
Does NetPulse replace Activity Monitor?
No. Activity Monitor remains useful for broad system diagnostics. NetPulse focuses on network speed, quality, IP details, traffic totals, and optional per-app traffic.
Can NetPulse show per-app traffic?
Yes. After optional macOS Network Extension approval, NetPulse can show live upload and download speed by app while keeping connections allowed.
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