The core idea
Veil is a Mac screen privacy app that centers on a simple interaction model: keep one chosen or frontmost app visible while other windows stay blurred. This protects sensitive information during screen sharing—reducing the chance that private chats, confidential documents, internal notes, and personal tabs are exposed during calls and recordings.
Who Veil helps
- Mac users who present or screen share often and need to hide sensitive windows.
- Professionals who work with confidential information and share screens during meetings.
- Anyone who wants a lightweight screen privacy layer without rearranging their desktop.
How Veil works
Veil uses a manual menu-bar toggle—you decide when to turn screen privacy on and off. There is no AI, no OCR, and no automatic sensitive data detection. Veil simply blurs all background windows, keeping only your chosen app clear. The blur intensity is adjustable, and the overlay follows your focus as you switch apps.
Where to go next
- What is screen privacy? — Learn how to protect sensitive information on Mac.
- Getting Started for the shortest setup path.
- Permission Guide if Veil is not following the active window.
- Support Hub for downloads, troubleshooting, and release links.