Quick Start Guide
- Install UmmLike from the Mac App Store
- Allow microphone access when prompted
- Click the UmmLike icon in your menu bar to begin
- Start speaking – we’ll notify you when we detect filler words
Frequently Asked Questions
Privacy & Security
Q: Is my voice data secure? A: Yes! UmmLike processes everything locally on your Mac. We never store or transmit any recordings of your voice.
Q: Do you need internet access? A: No. UmmLike works completely offline. Your voice never leaves your device.
Setup & Usage
Q: How do I grant microphone access? A: When you first launch UmmLike, macOS will ask for microphone permission. You can also enable this in System Preferences > Security & Privacy > Privacy > Microphone.
Q: Can I customize which words are tracked? A: Yes! Click the menu bar icon and select “Settings” to add or remove words from your tracking list.
Q: Does UmmLike start automatically? A: You can enable auto-start in Settings. When enabled, UmmLike will begin coaching whenever your microphone is active.
Troubleshooting
Q: UmmLike isn’t detecting my voice
- Check if your microphone is working in System Preferences
- Ensure UmmLike has microphone permission
- Try selecting a different input device in System Preferences
Q: I’m not receiving notifications
- Check if notifications are enabled in System Preferences
- Ensure UmmLike has notification permission
- Try toggling the app off and on using the menu bar icon
Contact Us
Need more help? We’re here for you!
- Email: team@umm-like.com
- Response time: Within 24 hours
System Requirements
- macOS 12.0 or later
- Microphone access
- 100MB free space