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Mouse Jiggler that keeps your computer active

A mouse jiggler is an app or device that simulates input so your computer stays awake. This portable app adds natural mouse, keyboard, scroll, and app activity while you step away.

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What is a mouse jiggler?

A mouse jiggler keeps a computer active by creating input when you are not touching the mouse or keyboard. A hardware jiggler plugs into USB, a mechanical mover physically moves a real mouse, and a software jiggler generates activity through an app. Each can prevent sleep or an away status, but they differ in what they can do and what evidence they leave behind.

The right choice depends on the problem you are solving. A browser tool can keep a screen awake but cannot create system-wide input. A basic USB device moves only the cursor. More capable software can combine mouse, keyboard, scrolling, and app activity. Start with the guides below for a plain-English explanation, then compare the practical limits and detection tradeoffs before choosing.

How does a mouse jiggler work?

Understand hardware, mechanical, browser, and software jigglers—and what your computer sees when each one runs.

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Do mouse jigglers actually work?

See where they reliably prevent sleep or an away status, and where simple movement falls short against activity tracking.

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Hardware or software?

Compare cost, setup, capabilities, USB records, behavioral patterns, and the situations where each type makes sense.

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Can a mouse jiggler be detected?

Learn what IT can see in device logs, activity patterns, screenshots, and monitoring dashboards without “undetectable” promises.

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Which mouse jiggler software is best?

Compare free and paid desktop options, their operating-system support, activity types, limitations, and privacy tradeoffs.

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Need a free browser option?

Use the online tool to keep your screen awake with no download, then check its system-level limitations before relying on it.

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Ready to put it into practice? Follow the step-by-step setup guide or see how a mouse jiggler works with Microsoft Teams. For sourced data and app-specific detection, explore the mouse jiggler statistics, detection research, Hubstaff, and Insightful.

Your computer goes idle when you step away. Mouse Jiggler keeps it active.

Time trackers mark you idle

Step away for a few minutes and your tracker logs dead time, dropping your productivity score.

Status tools show you away

Slack, Teams, and other apps switch you to "away" the moment your mouse stops moving.

Manual mouse movement is annoying

Wiggling your mouse every few minutes is tedious and breaks your focus on actual work.

Mouse Jiggler handles it automatically with natural, randomized activity — so your computer stays awake and your status stays active while you focus on what matters.

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Try the online mouse jiggler — right in your browser

No download, no sign-up, no card. Press Start and your screen stays awake — and with the pop-out mini-player it keeps working even while your browser is minimized. Works on any operating system.

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Keep your screen on without opening a tab

The online jiggler works great — but you have to keep the tab open. The Chrome extension puts the same keep-awake power in your toolbar. One click from any page, in any Chromium browser.

One-click activation from the toolbar — no tab to keep open
Works on Chrome, Edge, Brave, Opera, and all Chromium browsers
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Features

Everything you need, nothing you don't

Six core capabilities that keep your computer active naturally.

Natural mouse movement

Randomized cursor movements with adjustable speed and intensity that mimic real human behavior.

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Keyboard activity

Realistic keystrokes with natural timing intervals. Won't interfere with your open applications.

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Scroll simulation

Vertical and horizontal scrolling that mimics real browsing behavior at natural speeds.

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App & tab switching

Switches between windows and browser tabs to simulate real multitasking throughout the day.

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Idle detection

Auto-starts when you step away and stops when you return. Completely hands-free operation.

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Custom app name

Rename the app and its process to anything you choose so it blends into your taskbar.

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  • Portable — no installer
  • Near-zero CPU usage
  • Stealth mode
  • AI intelligent mode
  • Priority support on Ultimate
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    Use Cases

    Built for real workdays

    Whether you work from home, freelance, or manage long sessions — Mouse Jiggler fits your routine.

    Remote workers

    Keep your status active during breaks and long tasks without worrying about idle timeouts.

    Freelancers

    Prevent idle gaps while juggling clients and projects. Your tracked hours stay consistent.

    Researchers & developers

    Keep long-running sessions active without babysitting your computer during builds or data processing.

    Support & admin workers

    Stay active during repetitive workflows and long shifts without manual mouse movement.

    Pricing

    Simple, transparent pricing

    Start free, cancel anytime. No long-term commitments.

    Starter

    For basic activity simulation.

    $7/mo

    Billed monthly

    • Natural mouse movements
    • Automatic clicking
    • Stealth mode
    • Custom app name
    • Single device
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    Plus+

    Best for most users — adds keyboard, scrolling, and app switching.

    $12/mo

    Billed monthly

    • All Starter features
    • Keyboard activity
    • Vertical & horizontal scroll
    • Browser tab switching
    • App switching
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    Ultimate

    Full automation with smart idle detection and priority support.

    $15/mo

    Billed monthly

    • All Plus+ features
    • Smart idle detection
    • AI intelligent mode
    • TXT file retyping
    • Priority support
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    How It Works

    Start in under a minute

    No installation, no configuration files, no admin access required.

    1

    Download

    Get the portable app for Windows or Linux. It's a single file — no installer needed. macOS coming soon.

    2

    Choose activity mode

    Mouse, keyboard, scroll, app switching, or AI mode. Pick what fits your workflow.

    3

    Let it run

    It quietly keeps your computer active while you work or step away. That's it.

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    Reviews

    What our customers say

    Real feedback from people who use Mouse Jiggler every day.

    ★★★★★

    "Mouse Jiggler keeps my status active during long research sessions. I step away for a coffee and my computer never drops to idle."

    Emily J.
    Emily J.
    Freelancer
    ★★★★★

    "The AI mode is what sold me. The movements never repeat, so my activity always looks completely natural. Runs great on my setup."

    James W.
    James W.
    Software Developer
    ★★★★★

    "Setup took under a minute. Downloaded, ran it, done — no installer and no admin password needed. Exactly what I was looking for."

    Juan D.
    Juan D.
    Customer Service
    ★★★★★

    "Works flawlessly with Hubstaff. My activity reports have been perfectly consistent since the day I started using it."

    Olivia B.
    Olivia B.
    Web Developer
    ★★★★★

    "Idle detection is brilliant — it starts the moment I leave and stops when I'm back. I genuinely never think about it anymore."

    Ivan H.
    Ivan H.
    Graphic Designer
    ★★★★★

    "Best little tool I've added to my workflow this year. The free trial sold me within the first day — it just works quietly in the tray."

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    Virtual Assistant
    FAQ

    Frequently asked questions

    Everything you need to know before getting started.

    What is Mouse Jiggler?
    Mouse Jiggler is a portable desktop app that simulates natural mouse, keyboard, scroll, and app-switching activity — keeping your computer awake and preventing idle status while you step away.
    Do I need to install it?
    No. Mouse Jiggler is a single portable app. Download and run — no installer, no admin rights, no registry changes.
    Does it work on Windows, macOS, and Linux?
    Mouse Jiggler is available today for Windows 10/11 and Linux (x86_64 and ARM64 AppImage), with a macOS edition coming soon. In the meantime, the free online mouse jiggler works in any browser on any operating system.
    Is there a free trial?
    Yes — every plan includes a 7-day free trial with full access to all features. You won't be charged until the trial ends, and you can cancel anytime.
    When am I charged?
    Your card is not charged until your 7-day free trial ends. After that, you're billed monthly. Cancel anytime before the trial ends and you won't be charged at all.
    Can I cancel anytime?
    Yes. Email support@mouse-jiggler.org anytime. No cancellation fees and no hoops — your subscription stops at the end of the billing period.
    What's the difference between plans?
    Starter covers natural mouse movements, automatic clicking, stealth mode, and a custom app name. Plus+ adds keyboard activity, scrolling, browser tab switching, and app switching. Ultimate unlocks smart idle detection, AI intelligent mode, TXT file retyping, and priority support. Compare all features →
    Does it work with Hubstaff, Time Doctor, DeskTime, and Clockify?
    Yes. Mouse Jiggler generates activity that is read as normal human input by Hubstaff, Time Doctor, DeskTime, Clockify, Toggl, Insightful, and any other tool that monitors mouse and keyboard activity.
    How does it stay running quietly?
    Mouse Jiggler runs in the system tray with near-zero CPU usage. Stealth mode hides all visible windows, and the custom app name feature lets you rename the process to anything you choose.
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    From the Blog

    Learn about mouse jigglers

    Guides on how mouse jigglers work, detection, and choosing the right one.

    What Is a Mouse Jiggler?

    What Is a Mouse Jiggler? Meaning, Types & How It Works

    A plain-English guide to what a mouse jiggler is, how it keeps your computer active, and the different types available.

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    Hardware vs Software Mouse Jigglers

    Hardware vs Software Mouse Jigglers

    Compare physical USB dongles against software apps — cost, detectability, flexibility, and which one fits your situation.

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    Can USB Mouse Jigglers Be Detected?

    Are USB Mouse Jigglers Detectable? What IT Can See

    USB jigglers can appear in device logs and leave records after removal. Learn what monitoring can detect and the limits of each jiggler type.

    Read more →
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