--- title: "MacWall Changelog" description: "Every shipped MacWall release, newest first." canonical: "https://macwall.app/changelog" --- # MacWall Changelog Every shipped release, newest first. Mac updates sync from the in-app updater feed; website changes publish automatically when they ship. ## Web (2026-08-09T12:00:00.000Z) ### Improvements - Raise site minimum to macOS 15 for MacWall 3.5. - Overhaul marketing copy, pricing UX, and hero assets for conversion. ## Web (2026-08-08T12:00:00.000Z) ### Fixes - Fix checkout recovery mail for failed and abandoned payments. ## v3.5 (2026-08-07T18:50:00.000Z) ### 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. - 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 reminder is informational only: enter MAC10 yourself at checkout. - Notification center delegate wires early so cold-launch delivery stays reliable. - 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. - 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. - 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. - Fixes - Fixed wallpapers that stayed static after Apply said success. ## Web (2026-08-07T12:00:00.000Z) ### 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 (2026-08-06T18:05:00.000Z) ### 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 (2026-08-06T12:00:00.000Z) ### Improvements - Show one social-proof toast at a time instead of stacking. ## v3.3 (2026-08-06T12:00:00.000Z) ### 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 (2026-08-05T12:00:00.000Z) ### 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 (2026-08-04T12:00:00.000Z) ### 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 (2026-08-02T18:30:00.000Z) ### 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 (2026-07-24T09:35:56.000Z) ### 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 (2026-07-20T17:18:40.000Z) ### 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 (2026-07-13T14:49:39.000Z) ### 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 (2026-07-04T15:14:32.000Z) ### 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 (2026-06-28T18:09:23.000Z) ### 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 (2026-06-26T05:56:20.000Z) ### 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 (2026-06-14T18:58:51.000Z) ### 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 (2026-06-13T12:24:30.000Z) ### 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 (2026-06-12T19:06:44.000Z) ### Improvements - Improved trial and license storage reliability. - Gallery previews load faster with sharper thumbnails. - Updated homepage, pricing copy, and navigation. ## v2.0 (2026-06-10T17:37:53.000Z) ### 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 (2026-06-08T15:42:38.000Z) ### 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 (2026-06-07T04:20:50.000Z) ### 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 (2026-06-05T06:55:29.000Z) ### 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 (2026-06-04T23:31:35.000Z) ### 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. --- Source: https://macwall.app/changelog