Not Idle is a free, browser-based utility that keeps your screen awake. It overrides automatic standby, dimming, and screen savers using standard web APIs. No downloads, no admin rights, no registry changes.
Yes. Not Idle runs entirely inside your browser's sandbox. It doesn't install files, modify the registry, or run background processes. To your system, it looks exactly like an open video tab — fully compliant with enterprise security policies.
It collects zero data. No cookies, no tracking, no analytics. Everything runs client-side in your browser.
Not Idle first tries the W3C Screen Wake Lock API to request the OS to keep the display on. If your company's Group Policy blocks that, it falls back to an invisible canvas video loop — a technique that works because all operating systems keep screens on during video playback.
Prevent automatic "Away" status on Microsoft Teams, Slack, and Zoom by keeping your screen active during work sessions.
Corporate VPN and Remote Desktop enforce strict timeouts. Not Idle keeps your machine active during long RDP or download tasks.
Prevent screen dimming during presentations without needing to modify blocked system policies.
Keep your computer awake during large downloads, code compiles, or data pipeline actions.
Prevent auto-logouts on library or lab systems during long research sessions.
Not Idle is a free browser-based alternative to physical USB jigglers. It uses Wake Lock API and canvas video fallback — no hardware needed.
No. It doesn't install drivers or executables. On the network it looks like any web page. No hardware footprint.
Teams monitors system idle state. Keep Not Idle running in a tab to prevent screen sleep, which keeps your status green.
Yes. Works on Chrome for Android and Safari on iOS. Disable battery saver mode for best results.
No. Zero data collection. No cookies, no analytics, no tracking. Everything runs client-side.
USB jigglers cost money, need a port, and register as HID devices IT can detect. Not Idle is free, instant, and invisible.
Yes. Click "Install App" in the menu. On Chrome/Edge, it installs as a PWA that launches like a native app.
Yes. Wake Lock API works on ChromeOS and most Linux browsers. The video fallback covers older versions.