Update
- Added a Windows tray icon, left-click to toggle running and stopped states and right-click to open the menu
- Added an option to hide the cat, with the setting preserved on next launch
- Added cumulative uptime in hours and minutes to the Windows taskbar, with eight color choices and an option to hide it
- Keeps your computer from going into sleep mode or turning off the screen while you work.
- Works without adjusting any Windows power or sleep settings.
- Rebuilt in C to greatly reduce the program's file size.
- Click the cute animated cat on your screen to turn sleep prevention on or off.
Homepage
- StayOn: https://kilho.net/stayon
History
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Version 2.0.0 (2026/09/21)
- Redesigned the app for a lighter and more reliable experience
- Improved prevention of screen timeout, sleep mode, and unexpected Away status in apps such as Teams
- Added 100%, 200%, and 400% display size options
- Added automatic saving of window position and display size, and improved multi-monitor placement
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Version 1.0.2 (2024/11/25)
- Removed Delphi VCL Styles completely
- Resolved Direct2D errors occurring on specific computer environments
- Enhanced HiDPI optimization.
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Version 1.0.1 (2024/11/16)
- Added support for Italian, French, and Russian
- Updated DzHTMLText library
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Version 1.0.0 (2024/11/03)
- Improved update notification module.
- Added multilingual support
Download
(Windows)
License
- StayOn is freeware.
- You can use it freely in any setting, including at work, at home, in government offices, and at school.
- You may distribute it freely anywhere.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- What kind of program is it?
It prevents your computer from entering sleep mode or turning off the screen by starting a screensaver while you work. - Do I need to change Windows power settings myself?
No. You don’t need to adjust Windows power and sleep settings. Sleep mode and screen-off behavior are disabled only while StayOn is running. - Will my Windows settings be changed?
No, it doesn’t change your Windows settings. When you exit StayOn, your computer will return to its original power settings. - Does it need to be installed?
No, you can run the downloaded file directly without installing it. - Does it include ads or adware?
No, StayOn contains no ads or adware. No unwanted programs are installed along with it. - Can I use it for free?
Yes, StayOn is freeware and can be used for free anywhere, including at work, at home, in government offices, and at school.
Related Links
- About the program: https://kilho.net/stayon
- Update information: https://kilho.top/archives/notice/2940