The Posture App that dims your screen when you slouch.
Slouch Sniper spots bad posture through your webcam and gently dims your screen until you sit up straight. On-device AI for Mac and Windows - no wearables, low battery use, local image processing.
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Slouch Sniper at a glance
- What it is
- A desktop posture app that watches your posture through your webcam and dims your screen when you slouch. The screen returns to normal as soon as you sit up straight.
- Platforms
- Windows and Apple Silicon Macs (M1 and newer). Works with any built-in or external webcam — no wearable device needed.
- Privacy
- All AI runs on-device. Your camera feed is never recorded, stored, or uploaded.
- Price
- $19 one-time purchase for a lifetime license — no subscription. Price will increase to $38.
- Performance
- Lightweight on-device model; uses less energy than Spotify.
Explore more: try the live slouch detector in your browser, compare Slouch Sniper with 11 posture apps, read the posture and ergonomics blog, or buy a lifetime license.
How it works?
It understands your posture and helps you improve it. The app dims your screen when your posture slips, then returns to normal the moment you sit tall again.
- Dims the screen only when you slouch
- Runs on-device for a private, low-friction workflow
- Helps you build better posture habits while you work
- Tracks posture trends over time
Meet the App
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What Our Users Say
See how Slouch Sniper has helped others improve their posture
Mac
🇵🇱"I sit up straight without thinking about it. It trained me to do this subconsciously."
Tim
🇺🇸"The effect is so gentle but I can see real progress. Plus it looks beautiful and doesn't kill my battery."
Aditi
🇮🇳"Now I actually take breaks."
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How Slouch Sniper compares to other posture fixes
Three common ways to fix desk posture: a webcam AI app, a posture wearable, or a break-reminder app. Here is how they differ.
| Slouch Sniper | Posture wearables | Break-reminder apps | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How slouching is detected | Webcam + on-device AI, in real time | Sensor strapped or glued to your back | Not detected — fixed timer only |
| How you get corrected | Screen gently dims until you sit up | Vibration on your body | Popup you can ignore or dismiss |
| Extra hardware | None — uses the webcam you have | Device to buy, wear, and charge | None |
| Privacy | All processing on-device, nothing uploaded | Often synced to a vendor cloud app | No camera or sensors |
| Typical cost | $19 one-time, lifetime license | $60–$100 for the device | Free or monthly subscription |
Weighing a specific posture app? See how Slouch Sniper compares to 11 alternatives →
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Slouch Sniper
How does Slouch Sniper work?
Slouch Sniper uses your webcam and on-device AI to detect your posture in real-time. When you slouch, it gently dims your screen as a subtle reminder to sit up straight. The moment you sit tall again, the screen returns to normal. All processing happens locally on your device—your webcam footage never leaves your computer.
Is my privacy protected? What happens to my webcam data?
Absolutely. Your privacy is our top priority. All AI processing happens directly on your device using on-device machine learning. Your webcam feed is never recorded, stored, or transmitted anywhere without your permission—the app works fully offline once installed.
Which devices and platforms are supported?
Currently, Slouch Sniper is available for Windows and Apple Silicon Macs (M1, M2, M3, and newer). It works with any built-in or external webcam—no wearable device is required. We're still working on Intel Mac and mobile support. Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when new platforms launch.
How much does it cost? Is there a subscription?
Slouch Sniper is a one-time $19 purchase for a lifetime license. One payment, yours forever—no subscriptions, no recurring fees. The price will increase to $38 soon.
Will this drain my battery or slow down my computer?
Not at all! Slouch Sniper is designed to be extremely lightweight and efficient. The posture model runs on-device a few times per second and uses less energy than Spotify, so it won't slow down your computer or noticeably affect battery life.
How accurate is the posture detection?
Our AI model has been trained on thousands of posture examples and achieves high accuracy in detecting slouching. It learns your neutral posture when you first start and adapts to your unique sitting position. The detection is sensitive enough to be effective but not overly strict, so you won't get false alerts.
Can I customize how the app works?
Yes! You can adjust the sensitivity of slouch detection, customize the screen dimming intensity, set quiet hours when you don't want notifications, and track your posture statistics over time. The app is designed to fit your workflow.
Will this actually help improve my posture long-term?
Yes! Slouch Sniper works through gentle, consistent reminders that help you build better posture habits over time. Most users report noticeable improvements within the first few weeks, including reduced back pain, less fatigue, and subconscious posture awareness even when not using the app.
Karol Kłusek
AI Engineer & Innovator
Building Slouch Sniper, a computer-vision app that helps fix forward-head posture with gentle, non-intrusive nudges.
I enjoy latin dancing and speedruning games.
My Achievements
- Training AI models that understand humans
- Network School (builder residency)
- 3x top scorer in programming marathons
Now, I'm focused on revolutionizing posture health with SlouchSniper, making professional posture coaching accessible to everyone through AI technology.
"Your best position is your next position."