Spencer for Mac

Spencer for Mac

Spencer is a macOS window manager that saves and restores the layout of all open windows across Spaces and multiple displays, letting users create profiles for different tasks and quickly switch between them.

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Paid Enterprise 70/100
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Best for: Business Operations

What it does

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Paid from $19.99

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Spencer for Mac

Spencer is a unique window manager for macOS that saves the layout of all open windows and restores them on demand across Spaces and multiple displays. It is designed for people who use multiple desktops and display configurations and want to switch instantly between task-specific setups without losing work. Spencer creates profiles that capture window positions, sizes, visible apps, and the number of Spaces per profile, and can launch or hide apps as needed. The product is Apple-notarized, requires macOS 13 Ventura or later, is sold for $19.99 with a 14-day money-back guarantee, and a single license can be activated on up to three Macs.

A macOS app that saves and restores your entire workspace layout across multiple Spaces and Displays, allowing you to create reusable profiles for different workflows and easily switch between tasks with one click.

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Key Features

Save and restore layouts

Save the layout of all open windows and restore them later, including positions and sizes across multiple Spaces.

Multiple Spaces support

Save and restore layouts for every Space, not just the active one; each profile can have its own number of Spaces.

Multi-display compatibility

Works with various configurations of multiple displays and adjusts window sizes to match the stored layout.

Launch and hide apps

Saved apps are launched if needed; open but unsaved apps are hidden rather than closed to prevent loss of work.

Flexible window arrangement

Supports any window size and position, including overlapping windows; not a snapping tool but a layout restorer.

Profiles for workflows

Create profiles to focus on specific tasks (e.g., Work, Meetings, Relax) and switch between them without closing apps (they are hidden in the Dock).

Single-key shortcut for actions

Provides a combined shortcut (example shown: ⌘ + H) to restore position, switch Space, hide or minimize in one action.

Apple-notarized

Notarized by Apple and marked as 'safe and trusted' for macOS.

Compatibility with other window managers

Listed full compatibility with Moom, Rectangle, and Magnet; Yabai and Aerospace are noted as not yet compatible.

Pricing

Standard License

$19.99
  • One license works on up to 3 Macs
  • Apple-notarized application
  • 14-day money-back guarantee

Use Cases

Work / Productivity

Save and restore complex multi-app, multi-Space layouts to instantly return to a focused work environment.

Meetings / Presentations

Switch to a meeting profile to hide unrelated windows and avoid sharing sensitive content by mistake.

Context switching / Breaks

Create a relaxed layout to step away from work and return later with windows restored to their previous state.

Multi-display workflows

Manage different layouts for single, dual, or ultrawide monitors and switch between setups without manual rearrangement.

Integrations

Moom

Listed as fully compatible with Spencer; allows users to use Moom alongside Spencer.

Rectangle

Listed as fully compatible with Spencer; compatible window manager for macOS.

Magnet

Listed as fully compatible with Spencer; compatible window manager for macOS.

Yabai

Not yet compatible (coming soon), noted on the product page.

Aerospace

Not yet compatible, noted on the product page.

Lemon Squeezy (purchase/delivery)

Downloads and license confirmation are delivered via Lemon Squeezy purchase confirmation email/page.

Benefits

Saves time by restoring entire window layouts across Spaces and displays.
Prevents accidental data loss by hiding rather than closing open app windows when switching profiles.
Supports focused workflows through customizable profiles, reducing distractions.
Works across different display configurations and multiple Macs (one license for up to 3 Macs).
Apple-notarized for improved trust and compatibility on macOS.

Limitations

Supports a maximum of 16 Spaces across all displays.
Stage Manager is not currently supported.
Fullscreen windows are saved but restored only as simulated fullscreen: menu bar and dock remain visible and windows appear in a separate Space.
Spencer cannot reopen closed windows, browser tabs, individual files, or projects — it can launch apps and reposition multiple windows but cannot restore content that was closed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use my license on several devices?
Yes, a single license key can be activated on up to three devices at the same time. To transfer a license, contact the developer.
How can I get a refund?
You have 14 days from the date of purchase to request a refund. Send an email to contact[at]macspencer.app with the subject 'Refund request' and include your order number; refunds are issued within 14 days of approval.
Where can I download the app or previous versions?
Download the latest version directly at https://get.macspencer.app/Spencer.dmg. Previous releases (for example 1.4.4) are available at https://get.macspencer.app/Spencer_1.4.4.dmg or from your Lemon Squeezy confirmation page/email.

Getting Started

  1. 1 Purchase a license (Buy Now for $19.99) and receive a Lemon Squeezy confirmation email with download links.
  2. 2 Download the latest .dmg from https://get.macspencer.app/Spencer.dmg and install on a Mac running macOS 13 Ventura or later.
  3. 3 Create a profile, arrange windows and Spaces as desired, then save the layout; switch between profiles to restore layouts and hide unused windows.

Support

email

Primary support contact via contact[at]macspencer.app (used for refund requests and license transfers).

download

Direct downloads provided at https://get.macspencer.app/Spencer.dmg and previous versions links; license delivery via Lemon Squeezy confirmation.

survey/newsletter

Product page offers a one-question survey to prioritize features and a newsletter signup for updates and offers.

API

Available: No

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