Plans & licenses
Simple, Honest Pricing. Pay Once, Keep Forever.
Start 100% free on the Mac App Store with no account required. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited history, on-device AI tools, and full customization.
Transparent Plans Designed for Every Workflow
Whether you need a lightweight daily clipboard buffer or an unlimited developer power tool, ClipBuddy has a plan that fits. No forced logins, no background tracking, and no cloud dependencies.
Essential clipboard history & screenshot OCR with zero ads or tracking.
- ✓ Last 10 clips kept in history
- ✓ ⌘⇧V global keyboard drawer
- ✓ On-Device Screenshot OCR (Apple Vision)
- ✓ 2,300+ Emoji Search Picker (⌘⌥E)
- ✓ Quick text transforms (JSON, Trim, Case)
- ✓ 100% Private (Zero telemetry, no account)
Pay once. Own it forever. Free updates and Apple Family Sharing included.
- ✓ Unlimited clipboard history (up to 50,000 clips)
- ✓ On-Device AI Writing Tools (Summarize, Rewrite, Translate)
- ✓ Touch ID Secret Vault for tokens & passwords
- ✓ Semantic Search (Search by meaning & intent)
- ✓ 27 Curated Themes + OLED Super Black & Custom Hex
- ✓ Sequential Paste Stack (⌘⌥S) & 9 Clipboard Slots
- ✓ Smart Automation Rules & Auto-Capture folders
- ✓ Apple Family Sharing (Up to 5 Mac users)
All Pro features billed conveniently through your Apple ID.
- ✓ All Pro features & capabilities included
- ✓ Save 46% with yearly billing ($1.08/mo effective)
- ✓ Apple ID Subscriptions with 1-click management
- ✓ Seamless upgrades across all your Mac devices
Detailed Feature Comparison Matrix
| Capability | Free Tier | Pro (Monthly / Yearly) | Pro Lifetime (One-Time) |
|---|---|---|---|
| History Retention | Last 10 clips | Unlimited (up to 50k) | Unlimited (up to 50k) |
| Global Keystroke Drawer (⌘⇧V) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Screenshot OCR Search (Apple Vision) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Emoji Search Picker (⌘⌥E) | ✓ (2,300+ emoji) | ✓ (2,300+ emoji) | ✓ (2,300+ emoji) |
| Smart Text Transforms | ✓ Basic | ✓ Complete Suite | ✓ Complete Suite |
| On-Device AI Writing Tools | — | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Search by Meaning (Semantic Search) | — | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Touch ID Encrypted Secret Vault | — | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Sequential Paste Stack (⌘⌥S) | — | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Clipboard Slots (1–9 Scratchpads) | — | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Snippets Manager & Auto-Expand | — | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Smart Automation Rules Engine | — | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| 27 Themes & Custom Hex Palette | — | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Screen Share Privacy Cloaking | — | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Encrypted Backup & JSON Export | — | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Apple Family Sharing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ (Up to 5 Macs) |
| Price | $0 | $1.99/mo or $12.99/yr | $24.99 (Single Payment) |
Why Buy a Lifetime License?
Most modern software tools force users into never-ending monthly subscriptions. A clipboard manager is a foundational utility that sits on your machine—it should work like software you truly own.
- No Subscription Fatigue: Pay once ($24.99) and eliminate another monthly line item from your credit card.
- Offline & Independent: ClipBuddy does not call home, does not require an online account, and runs 100% on Apple Silicon and Intel hardware.
- Continuous Value: Receive every macOS compatibility update, Apple Vision model enhancement, and new workflow tool at no additional cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I upgrade from Free to Pro later?
Yes. You can use ClipBuddy Free for as long as you like. When you’re ready for unlimited history, AI writing tools, and automation rules, you can unlock Pro with a single tap from the menu bar or settings window.
Does ClipBuddy require a credit card on your website?
No. All purchases are processed securely through Apple’s Mac App Store. You never share payment details or credit cards with any third-party server.
What happens if I switch to a new Mac?
Your purchase is permanently linked to your Apple ID. Open the Mac App Store on your new Mac, download ClipBuddy, and tap Restore Purchases to instantly activate Pro.
Frequently asked questions
What is included in the Free tier of ClipBuddy?
The Free tier lets you browse and paste your last 10 clips with instant keyboard shortcuts (⌘⇧V), search text inside copied screenshots using on-device Apple Vision OCR, use the 2,300+ emoji search picker (⌘⌥E), and apply quick actions—completely free of charge with zero ads, no accounts, and no tracking.
Is ClipBuddy Pro really a one-time lifetime purchase?
Yes! You can purchase ClipBuddy Pro Lifetime for a single payment of $24.99. You get every future update, all on-device AI tools, and unlimited history forever without any recurring monthly charges or subscription fatigue.
Can I use ClipBuddy Pro across all my Macs with Apple Family Sharing?
Yes. All ClipBuddy Pro purchases on the Mac App Store support Apple Family Sharing, allowing up to 5 family members to use Pro across all their personal Macs.
Does ClipBuddy offer subscriptions if I prefer pay-as-you-go?
Yes. For users who prefer subscriptions, ClipBuddy offers $1.99/month and $12.99/year plans ($1.08/month effective), both backed by Apple App Store billing with easy one-tap cancellation.
Is there a free trial for ClipBuddy Pro?
Yes. New users can redeem the 3-Month Free Launch Offer directly in the app to test every Pro feature with zero commitment.