Web
Improvements
- Raise site minimum to macOS 15 for MacWall 3.5.
- Overhaul marketing copy, pricing UX, and hero assets for conversion.
Updates
Changelog
Every shipped release, newest first. Mac updates sync from the in-app updater feed; website changes publish automatically when they ship, so there is nothing to maintain by hand.
v3.6
Highlights
- MacWall 3.6: polished first-launch onboarding with liquid glass chrome and a tighter Pro paywall.
- More reliable live wallpapers on macOS Tahoe, plus quit-time push for Live Support and community upload review.
- Desktop wallpaper keeps playing after you quit MacWall.
- Free users get a one-time 10% off reminder with code MAC10 after Continue free.
New features
- Register for Apple Push Notifications so alerts can arrive when MacWall is fully quit.
- One-time local coupon reminder (MAC10) after Continue free.
- Apply succeeds only when the desktop is actually animating.
- Shared prefs between the app and wallpaper extension for more reliable sync.
- Highlights - MacWall 3.6: polished first-launch onboarding with liquid glass chrome and a tighter Pro paywall.
- Cleaner first-launch onboarding with Launch at Login as an opt-in.
Improvements
- Smoother wallpaper switches without restarting the system wallpaper service.
- Cleaner first-launch onboarding with Launch at Login as an opt-in.
- Conversion-focused Pro paywall with a stable Buy and Already paid layout.
- Smaller, clearer purchase controls so the offer stays easy to complete.
- Conversion reminder is informational only: enter MAC10 yourself at checkout.
- Requires macOS 15 or later for the modern window and glass UI path.
- More reliable live wallpapers on macOS Tahoe, plus quit-time push for Live Support and community upload review.
- Desktop wallpaper keeps playing after you quit MacWall.
- Free users get a one-time 10% off reminder with code MAC10 after Continue free.
- Features - Register for Apple Push Notifications so alerts can arrive when MacWall is fully quit.
- One-time local coupon reminder (MAC10) after Continue free.
- Apply succeeds only when the desktop is actually animating.
- Shared prefs between the app and wallpaper extension for more reliable sync.
- Improvements - Smoother wallpaper switches without restarting the system wallpaper service.
- Cancel the pending MAC10 reminder when Pro activates.
Fixes
- Fixed wallpapers that stayed static after Apply said success.
- Fixed multi-second black or still desktop when switching wallpapers.
- Fixed wallpaper freeze after quitting MacWall while pause-on-fullscreen was active.
- Fixed APNs notify auth so pushes reach registered devices.
- Cancel the pending MAC10 reminder when Pro activates.
- Fixed a rare crash when the system was under memory pressure while browsing wallpapers.
- Fixed the paywall jumping when switching between Buy and license entry.
- Fixes - Fixed wallpapers that stayed static after Apply said success.
Web
Fixes
- Fix checkout recovery mail for failed and abandoned payments.
v3.5
Highlights
- MacWall 3.5: more reliable live wallpapers on macOS Tahoe, plus quit-time push for Live Support and community upload review.
- Desktop wallpaper keeps playing after you quit MacWall.
- Free users get a one-time 10% off reminder with code MAC10 after Continue free.
New features
- Register for Apple Push Notifications so alerts can arrive when MacWall is fully quit.
- One-time local coupon reminder (MAC10) scheduled one hour after Continue free.
- Apply succeeds only when the desktop is actually animating.
Improvements
- Smoother wallpaper switches without restarting the system wallpaper service.
- Cleaner first-launch onboarding with Launch at Login as an opt-in.
- Conversion reminder is informational only: enter MAC10 yourself at checkout.
- Notification center delegate wires early so cold-launch delivery stays reliable.
Fixes
- Fixed wallpapers that stayed static after Apply said success.
- Fixed multi-second black or still desktop when switching wallpapers.
- Fixed wallpaper freeze after quitting MacWall while pause-on-fullscreen was active.
- Fixed APNs notify auth so pushes reach registered devices.
- Cancel the pending MAC10 reminder when Pro activates.
Web
Improvements
- Remove one-off recovery backfill artifacts now that sends are automatic.
- Ship Apple-style license and recovery emails end-to-end.
- Call macwall-apns with an explicit service-role fetch.
Fixes
- Fix checkout recovery so conversion mail actually sends.
v3.4
Highlights
- MacWall 3.4: more reliable catalog loading on every supported macOS version.
- Live wallpapers that used uncommon codecs now apply correctly instead of leaving a black desktop.
- Home and Explore stay available even when one catalog item is malformed.
New features
- Automatic optimize step before applying wallpapers that need a desktop-compatible encode.
- Clearer apply progress when a wallpaper is being optimized for your Mac.
- Community uploads reject video codecs the desktop renderer cannot play natively.
Improvements
- Catalog date parsing works with fractional server timestamps on macOS 14 and newer.
- Stronger wallpaper deploy identity so Library state matches what is on your displays.
- Apply only reports success after the first frame paints, cutting silent black-screen applies.
Fixes
- Fixed Catalog response was invalid blank Home for users on macOS Sonoma 14.x.
- Fixed black desktop after applying some 4K AV1 catalog wallpapers while preview still worked.
- Heals older non-native deploys on launch so previously stuck wallpapers recover after update.
Web
Improvements
- Show one social-proof toast at a time instead of stacking.
v3.3
Highlights
- MacWall 3.3: conversion-focused Pro paywall with coverflow of popular live wallpapers.
- Buy MacWall Pro opens checkout in one tap (skips the pricing page).
- Stronger onboarding hook copy, social proof, and staggered review cards.
- Seaside Flower Shop paywall ambience with reliable 1080p preview playback.
New features
- Coverflow showcase of most popular catalog wallpapers on the Pro step.
- Corner review cards with avatars that animate in from left, then right.
- Continue control appears after a short delay as a liquid glass chrome action.
- Quiet Compare plans link for Pro+ shoppers; primary Buy stays one-tap checkout.
Improvements
- Better onboarding funnel signals for views, Skip, Buy, Already paid, Continue free, and activate.
- Paywall no longer drags the window when you press-and-drag on content.
- High-quality hero thumbs on coverflow cards; center card streams at 1080p.
- Joined by 3,000+ happy users social proof baked into the offer.
- Clearer post-checkout return: license field morph + deep-link activate.
Fixes
- Ambience video no longer stalls behind coverflow playback slots.
- Onboarding window move limited to the top chrome drag region.
v3.2
Highlights
- MacWall 3.2: Add Wallpaper redesigned for Private, Public, and Submissions in one flow.
- Import or submit up to 10 videos at once with AI naming from the thumbnail.
New features
- Dedicated Submissions tab to track Pending, Approved, and Rejected reviews.
- Optional author credit on Public uploads.
- Upload private Library wallpapers to Community from the card menu.
Improvements
- Liquid Glass controls on Add Wallpaper and submission cards: never over video art.
- Review notes open from a glass info control instead of stretching the card.
- Cleaner Category Browse–style header, destination segment, and form spacing.
Fixes
- Nested glass slabs removed from the Add Wallpaper form panel and text fields.
v3.1
Highlights
- MacWall 3.1: more reliable first wallpaper apply and rebuild-safe live desktop.
- Liquid Glass Update control in the nav when a new version is ready.
- Smoother hero video swaps and Library Set Wallpaper popover.
Improvements
- Main-display playback verify (stamps every display, waits on the primary).
- Longer first-apply patience for onboarding ExtensionKit attach.
- Clearer onboarding Apply retry copy: never a dead-end Apple-restore message.
Fixes
- First apply / onboarding no longer restores Apple’s default desktop on a slow start.
- Keep your MacWall selection when ExtensionKit is still attaching after Apply.
- Building the app no longer leaves a black desktop that falls through to the system wallpaper.
- Set Wallpaper popover stays open when moving the cursor to All displays.
- Update check / install chrome aligned with Liquid Glass nav controls.
v3.0
Highlights
- MacWall 3.0 brings a redesigned Home with Liquid Glass chrome and a cleaner everyday workflow.
- Heart any wallpaper to bookmark it in Library Favorites without downloading.
- Save wallpapers to your Library, then auto-cycle them as a slideshow.
- MacWall 3.0: a redesigned Home with Liquid Glass chrome and a cleaner everyday workflow.
New features
- Home rebuilt around Top Charts and Categories for faster browsing.
- Spotlight-style search to find wallpapers instantly (⌘K / ⌘F).
- One Add Wallpaper flow for private Library imports and community submissions.
- Save-only Library actions let you keep a wallpaper without setting it on the desktop.
- Auto-cycle slideshow through saved Library wallpapers.
- Open wallpapers from macwall.app share links directly in the app.
- Pro+ licenses now support 10, 15, or 20 Macs.
- Save-only Library actions: keep a wallpaper without setting it on the desktop.
Improvements
- Liquid Glass navigation, Cause brand type, and tighter Home composition.
- Pro unlock sheet with glass chrome and smooth open / close motion.
- Escape closes overlays reliably, with no blue focus ring around the window.
- Native Settings sidebar Forms and simpler window chrome.
- App icon refreshed to match macwall.app.
- Instagram handle updated to @macwallapp_.
- Discord community invite pointed at the new server link.
- Escape closes overlays reliably: no blue focus ring around the window.
Fixes
- More reliable native wallpaper apply, repair, and extension playback.
- Favorites correctly appear in Library without a silent full download.
- Stronger app lifecycle, liveness, and desktop wallpaper stability.
- Smoother Live Support handoff with fewer stuck tickets.
v2.9
Highlights
- Major stability update with bug fixes across the board.
- Browse the full wallpaper gallery and set wallpapers from macwall.app.
- MacWall Assist live support chat.
New features
- Open wallpapers from macwall.app links directly in MacWall.
- Pro+ licenses now support 10, 15, or 20 Macs.
- Redesigned Settings with a native sidebar layout.
- In-app Release Notes sheet when updates are available.
- Command palette to jump anywhere instantly (⌘K).
Improvements
- Refreshed app icon to match macwall.app.
- Simplified Settings rows and window layout.
- Paywall and upgrade flow polish in Settings.
- Limited-time sale banner with responsive layout.
- Faster checkout when upgrading to Pro.
- Discord members get 10% off on the pricing page.
- Live Support can share images in conversations.
Fixes
- Smoother Assist chat handoff with fewer duplicate tickets.
v2.8
New features
- Affiliate partner program page for creators.
- Animated pricing amounts on the plans page.
Improvements
- Faster wallpaper browsing and extension performance.
- Smoother video wallpaper playback and system integration.
- Refreshed homepage, blog, pricing, and submit flows.
- Discord community link restored across macwall.app.
v2.7
New features
- Three clear tiers: Free, Pro, and Pro+.
- Dedicated Reel Refund page with step-by-step instructions.
Improvements
- Improved wallpaper management and catalog performance.
- Pricing page redesigned with cleaner plan cards.
- All paid plans are now permanent. No annual subscriptions.
Fixes
- Reel Refund steps now show complete instructions.
v2.6
New features
- Pro plan covers 1 Mac; Pro+ adds multi-Mac licensing.
Improvements
- Onboarding resumes at the paywall after relaunch.
- Updated onboarding video playback.
- Renamed Pro Max to Pro+ across plans and license copy.
- Paywall footer links moved below the buy button.
Fixes
- Pricing page layout fixed on smaller screens.
v2.5
Highlights
- In-app support chat with image attachments.
- Web support center for help without leaving macwall.app.
New features
- Submit feedback and report wallpaper issues from inside MacWall.
Improvements
- Onboarding polish and clearer apply progress HUD.
- More reliable wallpaper extension after sleep and wake.
- Menu bar preview stays in sync with your wallpaper.
- App updates moved to a capsule in the title bar.
- Checkout supports more payment methods.
- License keys arrive faster after purchase.
Fixes
- Extension reliability fixes across apply and restart.
v2.4
New features
- Smoother wallpaper apply and caching with MacWallExtension.
- Submit your own wallpapers for the MacWall catalog.
Improvements
- Premium browse grid and hero typography.
- Faster caching for wallpapers and thumbnails.
- Faster wallpaper video loading across the catalog.
- Copy updated for macOS 26 Tahoe compatibility.
Fixes
- Fixed live wallpaper freezes and black desktop after sleep.
- Wallpaper apply sync with System Settings improved.
- Reduced black flashes when switching wallpapers.
v2.3
Improvements
- Lock Screen wallpaper support enhanced for latest macOS.
- Clearer refund policy and footer links.
- Sharper homepage tagline and social sharing cards.
- More guides for live wallpapers on Mac.
Fixes
- Social preview images show the correct title and artwork.
v2.2
New features
- New blog with Mac wallpaper guides.
- Homepage walkthrough showing how MacWall works.
Improvements
- Improved playback sync and pause handling.
- Enhanced video controls and tooltips.
- Smoother hero and lock-screen demo videos.
- Purchase confirmation page after buying a license.
v2.1
Improvements
- Improved trial and license storage reliability.
- Gallery previews load faster with sharper thumbnails.
- Updated homepage, pricing copy, and navigation.
v2.0
Highlights
- Buy and activate Pro with checkout built into MacWall.
- macwall.app launches with wallpaper previews and download.
New features
- Pro upsell modal after trial ends.
Improvements
- Polished onboarding paywall layout.
- Cleaner marketing layout and updated branding.
- Improved page titles and descriptions for sharing.
v1.9
New features
- Free tier with curated wallpaper access.
- 24-hour Pro trial to explore the full catalog.
Improvements
- Redesigned onboarding and conversion flow.
v1.6
New features
- Menu bar popover to preview and control wallpapers.
- Lock Screen wallpaper integration.
- Multi-display audio routing.
Improvements
- Battery-aware pause on low power.
- Better playback sync across displays.
- Display picker for choosing which screen to wallpaper.
v1.4
New features
- Community wallpaper uploads with video submission.
Improvements
- Smoother video playback and lower memory use.
- Custom window chrome and cleaner layout.
- Optional 120 FPS playback on supported displays.
- Factory reset option in Settings.
v1.3
Highlights
- MacWall launches on macOS with a live 4K wallpaper engine.
New features
- Onboarding walkthrough for first-time setup.
- Built-in updater for one-click app updates.
Improvements
- Video quality and frame rate controls in Settings.
- Wallpapers cache locally for faster replay.
- Transition effects when switching wallpapers.