AFK Host for Mac

The companion app that streams your Mac to your iPhone.

Download for macOS

Requires macOS 14.0 or later

Open this on your Mac

AFK Host is a macOS app. To download it, open this page on your Mac:

afkdev.app/download

Or send yourself this link and open it on your Mac.

Download anyway

Setup Instructions

Install the app

Download and open the DMG file. Drag AFK Host to your Applications folder.

Grant permissions

On first launch, AFK Host will ask for permissions. These are required for streaming and remote control:

› Screen Recording — to capture and stream your display
› Accessibility — to control windows and handle input

Pair with your iPhone

AFK Host will show a pairing screen on first launch (or open it from the menu bar). Start pairing on your iPhone and enter the 6-digit code. This is a one-time setup.

Start coding

Once paired, tap your Mac in the AFK app to connect. The menu bar icon shows connection status.

Troubleshooting

Mac shows as offline?

If the connect button is disabled and your Mac appears offline (even though it's running), try closing and reopening the AFK app on your iPhone. This usually resolves the issue.

Screen not streaming?

Check that Screen Recording permission is granted in System Settings → Privacy & Security → Screen Recording. You may need to restart AFK Host after granting permission.

Can't control windows?

Check that Accessibility permission is granted in System Settings → Privacy & Security → Accessibility. You may need to restart AFK Host after granting permission.