StartupManager for Mac

Mac Utilities

Updated Aug 20, 2026

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StartupManager is a small Mac utility for people who want more control over what opens when they log in. macOS lets you add login items, but it gives you little say over how they behave. This app lets you build startup lists, hide an app once it has launched, and delay heavy apps so they do not all compete for attention at the same moment. It is a calm fix for a busy login. Updated Aug 20, 2026.

Key Features

• Create one or more startup lists for different kinds of work
• Hide applications automatically after they launch
• Add a delay before an item starts to spread the load
• Add apps by browsing or by dropping them into the window
• Simple list view shows what will open at login

How to Download

1. Find the StartupManager listing from its publisher.
2. Download the Mac version and open the file you receive.
3. Move the app to your Applications folder and launch it.
4. Add your first app, set its behaviour, and test with a fresh login.

System Requirements

StartupManager is a light utility that runs on macOS and needs very little free disk space. It works alongside the login items system built into macOS, so a standard user account is enough for everyday use on Apple silicon or Intel Macs.

FAQs

Why delay apps at startup?

Delays stop every app from demanding processor time and memory in the same first minute, which makes login feel smoother.

Can an app start hidden?

Yes. You can set an item to hide after launch, so it runs in the background without filling your screen with windows.