Does SessionWatcher work with Claude specifically?

Yes. SessionWatcher for Claude reads your Claude Code session data locally and shows real-time token usage, costs, the rolling 5-hour window, and the weekly limit in your macOS menu bar. No login, no configuration.

How does privacy and security work?

All processing happens locally on your Mac. SessionWatcher only accesses usage statistics - never your actual conversations or code. Your data remains private and secure.

What are the system requirements for SessionWatcher?

SessionWatcher requires macOS 15 (Sequoia) or later and works on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs. The app uses minimal system resources and runs efficiently in the background.

What's included with the SessionWatcher purchase?

Your $2.99 one-time purchase includes the full SessionWatcher app for Claude, lifetime updates, and email support. No subscriptions, no hidden fees. Download and use immediately after purchase.

How do I check my Claude usage limit?

Without SessionWatcher, you need to open the Anthropic dashboard or run /usage in the CLI to check your Claude usage - interrupting your flow each time. SessionWatcher displays your real-time token usage, API costs, rate limit status, and 5-hour session window countdown directly in your macOS menu bar. Always visible, zero configuration.

What happens when I hit the Claude rate limit?

When you exceed your Claude rate limit, you get locked out for the remainder of your 5-hour rolling window - potentially hours of lost productivity. SessionWatcher monitors your usage in real-time and sends macOS notifications before you hit the limit, so you can pace your work and avoid lockouts.

Is SessionWatcher a Claude menu bar app?

Yes. SessionWatcher for Claude is a native macOS menu bar app that monitors your Claude usage in real-time. It sits in your menu bar and displays your token count, API costs, rate limit status, and 5-hour window - no app to open, no command to run. Just glance up at your menu bar.

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Frequently asked questions

Why do I need this? Can't I just check usage manually?

You can, but you won't. Checking means stopping your work, opening a browser or CLI, and looking up usage mid-flow. SessionWatcher makes it a glance, not a task.

How do I get started?

Buy a license from $2.99, download the app, and it works immediately. No subscription, no account, no recurring fees.

Does it work with Claude Code specifically?

Yes. SessionWatcher is built for Claude Code usage monitoring, including the rolling 5-hour window, weekly limits, usage history, token counts, and costs.

Does it read my Claude conversations?

No. SessionWatcher reads usage statistics locally. It does not upload your code, prompts, conversations, or project files.

Does it need my Anthropic API key?

No API key is required for setup. Install the macOS app and it starts monitoring supported local usage data.

How is this different from checking /usage?

The CLI check is a manual interruption. SessionWatcher keeps your limit, burn rate, and reset time visible in the menu bar while you work.

Will it warn me before I hit the limit?

Yes. SessionWatcher can show macOS notifications before your session or weekly usage becomes a problem.

What Macs does it support?

SessionWatcher works on macOS 14+ (Sonoma and later), both Apple Silicon and Intel. The app is signed and notarized by Apple.

What if I'm not happy?

Email contact@soren-starck.com within 30 days of purchase for a full refund. No questions asked.

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Frequently asked questions

Why do I need this? Can't I just check usage manually?

How do I get started?

Does it work with Claude Code specifically?

Does it read my Claude conversations?

Does it need my Anthropic API key?

How is this different from checking /usage?

Will it warn me before I hit the limit?

What Macs does it support?

What if I'm not happy?

Your last interruption cost you 1-3 hours.SessionWatcher costs $2.99.

Your last interruption cost you 1-3 hours.
SessionWatcher costs $2.99.