How do I keep my screen awake without changing power settings?

Open screenwakeup.com in your browser and click 'Keep Screen Awake'. It uses the Wake Lock API so your screen stays on without touching system settings.

Is there a website that keeps your computer awake?

Yes — screenwakeup.com is a website that keeps your computer awake. No app, no extension: open the page, click one button, and your screen stays on until you stop it. It works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook, iPhone and Android.

How do I make my computer not sleep without changing settings?

Open screenwakeup.com in a browser tab and click Keep Screen Awake. Your computer won't sleep or lock while the tab is visible — no power settings changed, no admin rights, and you can stop it with one click.

Does this work on iPhone and Android?

Yes. It works on iOS Safari and Chrome for Android. Keep the browser tab open and visible.

Does it work on Mac and Windows?

Yes, it works on any operating system in Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Safari — no download or install required.

Is it safe? Do I need to create an account?

100% safe. No account, no signup. It's a simple browser tool that runs entirely in your browser.

Why does my screen lock when I switch tabs?

The Wake Lock API requires the tab to be visible. Our tool automatically re-acquires the lock when you return to the tab.

Can I set a timer so the screen stays on for only a certain time?

Yes. Use the duration selector to choose 30 min, 1 hour, 2 hours, or 4 hours. The screen lock will automatically re-enable when the timer expires.

What browsers are supported?

Chrome 84+, Edge 84+, Opera 70+, Samsung Internet 12+, and Safari 16.4+ on iOS. Firefox uses a fallback method.

How do I keep my screen awake on Chrome?

Open screenwakeup.com in Chrome and click 'Keep Screen Awake'. Chrome supports the Wake Lock API natively, so the screen stays on without any extension or app.

How do I prevent screen timeout without changing power settings?

Use screenwakeup.com — open it in any browser tab, click the button, and your screen won't time out. No system settings changed, no admin rights needed.

How do I keep my laptop screen on during a Zoom call?

Open screenwakeup.com in a second tab while on your Zoom call. Click 'Keep Screen Awake' and your laptop screen will stay on for the entire meeting.

Is there a free online tool to keep screen awake without downloading anything?

Yes — screenwakeup.com is a 100% free online browser tool. No download, no install, no account. Just open it and click one button.

Does it work on a Chromebook?

Yes. Open screenwakeup.com in Chrome on your Chromebook and click the button. It uses the Wake Lock API which Chrome OS supports natively.

How do I keep my computer awake during a WeTransfer upload?

Open screenwakeup.com in a browser tab before starting your WeTransfer upload. Click 'Keep Screen Awake' and your computer will stay awake until the transfer is complete — no interruptions.

How do I prevent my computer from sleeping during a Google Drive upload?

Go to screenwakeup.com, click 'Keep Screen Awake', then start your Google Drive upload. Your screen will stay on for the entire upload, even for large files.

Can I keep my screen on while uploading to Dropbox or OneDrive?

Yes. Open screenwakeup.com and activate wake lock before starting your Dropbox or OneDrive upload. Your computer won't sleep or lock until you stop the tool.

How do I prevent Away status in Microsoft Teams?

Open screenwakeup.com and click Keep Screen Awake. It keeps your screen on and your computer unlocked — and a locked or sleeping computer is the most common reason Teams switches you to Away. Honest limitation: no website can simulate real mouse or keyboard input (browsers block that for security), so after long full inactivity Teams' own idle timer can still change your status.

How do I stay active in Slack without moving my mouse?

Keep your computer awake with screenwakeup.com. Slack shows you as Active while your machine is awake with Slack open — it's sleep and screen lock that flip you to Away. Note: no browser tool can fake real keyboard or mouse input; anything claiming to press keys system-wide from a web page is overpromising.

How do I prevent Zoom from showing me as Away?

Activate screenwakeup.com before your session. It prevents the screen sleep and system lock that usually trigger Zoom's inactive status. Browser pages cannot simulate real user activity at the OS level, so during very long full inactivity the app may still mark you Away.

Is there a free online Pomodoro timer?

Yes — ScreenWakeUp includes a built-in Pomodoro timer (25 minutes work / 5 minutes break). Click the 🍅 Pomodoro button in the tool. It automatically activates wake lock so your screen stays on during work sessions, and plays a gentle audio chime when each session ends.

Can I set a custom screen awake duration?

Yes. Type any number of minutes in the custom timer field (e.g. 47, 90, 180) and click Custom. The screen will stay on for exactly that duration. This is in addition to the preset buttons (30 min, 1h, 2h, 4h, ∞).

Is there a fullscreen clock I can use during presentations?

Yes. Click the ⛶ Fullscreen button in screenwakeup.com. It shows a large digital clock with the current date, keeps your screen awake automatically, and fills the entire display — perfect for presentations, reception screens, or monitoring dashboards.

Is there a free Caffeine app alternative online?

Yes — ScreenWakeUp is a free browser-based alternative to the Caffeine desktop app. No download required: open screenwakeup.com in any browser and click one button to keep your screen awake. It uses the modern Wake Lock API, works on Mac, Windows, and mobile, and requires zero installation.

How do I keep my screen awake on Windows 11 for free?

Open screenwakeup.com in Chrome or Edge on your Windows 11 PC and click 'Keep Screen Awake'. It overrides your screen timeout without changing any Windows power or sleep settings. Free with no install or account.

How do I keep my MacBook screen on without changing energy saver settings?

Open screenwakeup.com in Safari or Chrome on your Mac, click the button, and your MacBook screen will stay on indefinitely — without touching System Settings or Energy Saver. Stop it with a single click whenever you're done.

Can I keep my screen awake during a video or online course?

Yes. Open screenwakeup.com in a separate browser tab while watching your video or online course. Activate wake lock and your screen will stay on the entire time — no need to tap or click to prevent it from dimming.

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Prevent your screen from sleeping or locking. Works on Windows, Mac, iPhone and Android — no install needed.

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🪟 Opens a small always-on-top clock that keeps your screen awake while you work in other apps

Keep this tab visible — if you minimize the window or another app fully covers it, the browser releases the lock. Working in another app? Use the floating mini-window or Fullscreen.

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How it works

Three steps. Zero installs.

We use the browser's native Wake Lock API — the same technology used by Google Maps and video streaming services.

Open the tool

Navigate to screenwakeup.com in any modern browser. No download or account required.

Choose a duration

Select how long you want the screen to stay on: 30 min, 1h, 2h, 4h, or indefinitely.

Click and you're done

Hit the button. Your screen stays awake. Stop whenever you want with a single click.

Use cases

When do you need it?

Thousands of people use this tool every day for these exact situations.

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Presentations

Stop your screen from going black mid-presentation in a meeting or conference.

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Long downloads

Keep your computer awake during large file downloads, backups or system updates.

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Cooking recipes

Keep the recipe visible on screen without touching the screen with messy hands.

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Reading articles

Read long articles without the screen dimming every 30 seconds.

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Streaming & music

Keep your display on while streaming audio or watching content in another tab.

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Remote work

Prevent screen lock during video calls or while waiting for a response.

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File transfers

Keep your computer awake while uploading or downloading files on WeTransfer, Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, and similar services — so your transfer doesn't get interrupted.

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Avoid Away status in Teams & Slack

A locked or sleeping computer is what flips Teams, Slack, and Zoom to Away. ScreenWakeUp keeps your screen on and unlocked during calls and long reads — no fake input tricks, just a screen that never locks.

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Pomodoro Focus Timer

Use the built-in Pomodoro timer to work in 25-minute focus sessions with 5-minute breaks — screen stays on and you get a chime when time's up.

Browser tool vs desktop app

Why not just download an app?

You shouldn't need to install software, give admin permissions, or trust a random .exe just to keep your screen on.

✦ ScreenWakeUp (browser)

✓ Works in 2 seconds — no install

✓ No admin permissions needed

✓ Works on any device or OS

✓ Nothing stored on your computer

✓ Always up to date automatically

✓ 100% free, no subscription

Desktop apps / extensions

✗ Requires download and install

✗ Often needs admin rights

✗ Platform-specific (Mac only, etc.)

✗ Runs in background, uses resources

✗ Manual updates required

✗ Many charge $2–$10/month

Compatibility

Works everywhere

No matter what device or browser you use, we have you covered.

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Windows

✓ Full support
Chrome, Edge, Firefox

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macOS

✓ Full support
Chrome, Safari, Edge

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iPhone / iPad

✓ Supported
Safari 16.4+

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Android

✓ Full support
Chrome, Samsung

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Linux

✓ Full support
Chrome, Firefox

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Smart TV

✓ Fallback
Any browser

The simple answer

A website that keeps your computer awake

No app, no extension, no digging through power settings — screenwakeup.com is a website that keeps your computer awake for as long as you need. Open the page, press one button, and your screen stays on until you stop it. It's the online “caffeine” for any device with a browser.

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