Badgeify

Badgeify places icons and notification badges for any macOS application directly in the menu bar, delivering alerts from Messages, Mail, Slack, Teams, Discord, WhatsApp and other apps without requiring the Dock. It updates the badge style—text, dot, or circle—and lets users assign custom highlight colors per app, while automatically fading icons when no notifications are present. The tool integrates with macOS light and dark modes and works alongside menu‑bar organizers such as Bartender, Ice, and Hidden Bar, making it suitable for users who keep the Dock hidden.

Beyond simple alerts, Badgeify supports grouping multiple apps under a single icon with user‑defined names and colors, and pins chosen groups for constant visibility. Clicking an icon launches the associated application, streamlining workflow. The software is stable, macOS‑only, and offered free of charge.