Chirpy changelog

The latest version of Chirpy is 3.0.1, released on 29 June 2026. Chirpy is a macOS menu-bar app that plays a different notification sound for every Slack channel, contact, or Mac app, so you know what happened without looking. This page lists every public release, newest first, transcribed from the app's Sparkle update feed. Installed copies are offered each release through Sparkle automatically.

Chirpy 3.0.1, 29 June 2026

Bug fix release for Chirpy 3.0.

  • Fixed a bug where sounds would play for notifications from apps not targeted by any rule
  • Performance improvements and stability fixes

Chirpy 3.0, 23 June 2026

Chirpy works with every app on your Mac, and gains AND/OR rule matching.

  • Chirpy now works with every app on your Mac. Browser, calendar, email, meetings: if it notifies, Chirpy can play a sound.
  • Build smarter rules with AND + OR matching.
  • Reuse your favorite sounds with the new My Sounds library.
  • Preview sounds instantly and enjoy a faster, smoother app picker.
  • Tons of fixes, diagnostics improvements, and under-the-hood polish.

Chirpy 2.2, 12 November 2025

macOS 26.1 Tahoe compatibility fix and Microsoft Teams support.

  • Fixes a critical bug caused by macOS 26.1 Tahoe
  • Improves styling and visual consistency
  • Removes the constant update dialog
  • Adds support for Microsoft Teams notifications

Chirpy 2.1, 9 June 2025

Smarter, more forgiving rule matching.

  • Smarter, more accurate matching for messages like "New message from...".
  • Improved rule matching. Type "John" and we'll still catch "John Suskin," "Hey John," etc.
  • Bug fixes and optimizations.
  • Improved error messages

Chirpy 2.0, 21 May 2025

The curated sound library, volume rules, and built-in diagnostics.

  • Choose from 72+ curated sound effects
  • Verify installation with built-in diagnostic tools
  • New volume rules to fine-tune sound behavior
  • Performance optimizations and bug fixes

How do I update Chirpy to the latest version?

  1. Open Chirpy from the macOS menu bar.
  2. Choose Check for Updates.
  3. Let Sparkle download and install the update, then relaunch Chirpy.

If you would rather start fresh, you can download the current build and replace the copy in your Applications folder. Your rules and sounds are kept on your Mac and survive the update.

Where else can I read about Chirpy?

  • Guides: how to set up per-channel and per-person sounds.
  • Sound library: the 72+ built-in sounds and custom upload formats.
  • Pricing: $19.99 one-time, lifetime licence.
  • About: who builds Chirpy.