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1. Connect your Slack workspace
Securely link your workspace. We simulate a browser connection, so you do not need to install any apps or bots.
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Mouse jiggler alternatives
for Slack that are safer
Avoid risky hardware and use schedule-based presence to stay active during work hours.
No hardware | No admin approval | Presence only
See the safe alternative
Schedule presence without risky device hacks.
Policy-safe
Avoid risky hardware and scripts
Schedule-based presence keeps you active without device hacks
Policy-friendly approach
Avoid hardware or scripts that may violate IT policies.
Runs from the cloud
Keeps your status active even if your laptop is closed.
No admin approval
Connect with your own account. No workspace bot required.
Presence only
No message access. Just availability scheduling.
Alternatives overview
Compare safer alternatives to jigglers
Choose a reliable option that stays policy-friendly
Device hacks
Hardware and scripts can trigger policy and security issues.
Keep a tab open
Breaks when the device sleeps or a tab suspends.
Recommended
Schedule-based presence
Works when devices are offline and stays aligned with work hours.
How it worksSet it up once
Set it up once
Your Slack status follows your schedule
Takes about 2 minutes on desktop
2. Choose your work hours and time zone
Set the days and hours you want to appear active. We handle time zones automatically.
3. Stay active without device hacks
Idle Pilot keeps your status green during your schedule.
No Slack app or bot installed
Does not read or send messages
Turn off anytime
See the safe alternative
Schedule presence without risky device hacks.
High-intent guides
The most searched safety questions
Each guide links back here for scheduling
Slack presence scheduler hub
A full overview of schedule-based Slack presence.
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Mouse jiggler alternatives (7 safer ways)
Safer approaches to staying active on Slack.
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Why mouse jigglers get flagged
Security and policy risks to watch for.
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Slack presence scheduler vs mouse jigglers
Compare schedule-based tools with device hacks.
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Keep Slack active on a schedule
A schedule-first way to stay active without devices.
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Why Slack keeps going away on desktop
Desktop-specific ways to stay active when needed.
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Quick answers before you connect
Are mouse jigglers safe to use at work?
They can conflict with IT policies and create security concerns in managed environments.
Can IT detect mouse jiggler use?
Many workplaces monitor device peripherals and security tools may flag activity devices.
What is the safest alternative?
A schedule-based, cloud approach keeps presence consistent without device hacks.
Will a schedule work if I am offline?
Yes. The schedule runs in the cloud and keeps your status active during work hours.
Do I need admin approval?
No. You connect using your own Slack account with no workspace bot.
Ready to replace mouse jigglers?
Connect once, set your hours, and stay active without risky hardware.