How much clipboard history can ClipHistory store?

ClipHistory saves your last 150 unpinned clips automatically and supports unlimited pinned items. This means you can keep as much important content as you need (pinned) while recent items are automatically managed (unpinned), all stored 100% locally on your Mac.

Do I need an account or cloud connection to use ClipHistory?

No. ClipHistory is completely local with zero cloud sync and zero account requirement. All your clipboard data stays on your Mac. You only need a cloud connection if you choose to enable AI Transforms with an external API key—but that's optional.

How do I access my clipboard history after installing ClipHistory?

After installation, simply press ⌘⇧V to instantly open your clipboard history menu. Search, pin, or paste any item with a single click. The hotkey is customizable in settings.

What's the total cost, and are there subscriptions?

ClipHistory costs $19.99 as a lifetime license—one payment, never recurring. No subscriptions, no hidden fees, no account charges. You own it forever on macOS.

How to Install a Clipboard Manager with Unlimited History on Mac: The ClipHistory Guide

If you work on a Mac and find yourself constantly hunting for text, links, or code snippets you copied minutes—or hours—ago, you're not alone. macOS's native clipboard holds only one item at a time, disappearing the moment you copy something new. That's where a clipboard manager comes in. ClipHistory is a lightweight, privacy-first solution that saves your entire clipboard history locally, giving you instant access to everything you've copied, without the complexity of cloud sync or subscriptions.

In this guide, we'll walk you through installing ClipHistory, understanding its core features, and why it's the ideal choice for Mac users who need reliable clipboard management.

Why You Need a Clipboard Manager on Mac

Every day, Mac users copy dozens of items—URLs, email addresses, code snippets, phone numbers, color codes, images, and more. Without a clipboard manager, that information vanishes. A dedicated tool lets you:

Retrieve past copies instantly without retyping
Search your clipboard history by keyword, date, or content type
Pin important items for permanent access
Auto-type frequently used text (snippets)
Organize clips into custom boards for projects

Most clipboard managers either rely on cloud storage (raising privacy concerns) or come with subscription fees. ClipHistory breaks that pattern.

Installing ClipHistory: Step-by-Step

Step 1: Download from the Mac App Store or Official Site

ClipHistory is available for direct download from cliphistory.com. Visit the site and click the download button. The app is universal—it runs natively on both Intel and Apple Silicon Macs.

Step 2: Drag to Applications

Once downloaded, open your Downloads folder, locate the ClipHistory app, and drag it into your Applications folder. Alternatively, use Finder's "Applications" shortcut and drop it there.

Step 3: Grant Permissions

On first launch, macOS will ask for clipboard access permission. Click "Allow" when prompted—ClipHistory needs this to monitor and save your copied items. The app is signed and notarized by Apple, meaning it has passed security verification.

Step 4: Verify Installation

After granting permissions, open System Preferences → Security & Privacy to confirm ClipHistory is listed under "Apps that have requested to access the Clipboard." This transparency is a hallmark of a trustworthy tool.

Step 5: Set Your Preferences

Launch ClipHistory. You'll see the settings menu where you can:

Choose how many unpinned clips to store (default: 150)
Enable AI Transforms if you have an API key from providers like OpenAI, Anthropic, DeepSeek, or Google
Customize hotkeys (default: ⌘⇧V to open the clipboard history menu)

That's it. ClipHistory now runs in the background, silently capturing everything you copy.

Core Features That Set ClipHistory Apart

Unlimited Pinned History + 150 Unpinned

ClipHistory stores 150 recent unpinned clips automatically and unlimited pinned items that you mark for permanent access. This dual-tier system balances storage efficiency with accessibility. Pin your project links, API keys, code templates, or recurring emails—they'll never be lost.

Smart Type Detection

The app automatically identifies what you've copied:

URLs — recognized and clickable
Emails — extracted and highlighted
Code — formatted for readability
Colors — displayed with hex/RGB values
Phone numbers — formatted correctly
Images — thumbnailed for quick visual scanning

No manual tagging required. Open your history with ⌘⇧V, and ClipHistory shows you what each item is.

AI-Powered Transforms (Bring Your Own Key)

With an API key from your choice of 5 providers (Anthropic Claude, OpenAI, DeepSeek, Google Gemini, or custom), you can instantly:

Summarize long articles or emails
Translate text to other languages
Rewrite for tone or clarity
Clean messy data (remove extra spaces, fix formatting)

You control the AI provider and costs—no subscription to ClipHistory required.

Snippets & Custom Boards

Create custom snippet shortcuts for frequently typed phrases, code blocks, or templates. Organize clips into Custom Boards by project, client, or category for faster retrieval.

100% Local, No Cloud, No Account

All your clipboard data stays on your Mac. Zero cloud sync, zero accounts, zero tracking. Your sensitive passwords, code, and private information never leave your device. This is why privacy-conscious developers and designers trust ClipHistory.

Pricing & Licensing

ClipHistory costs $19.99 for a lifetime license—one payment, no recurring subscriptions, no hidden fees. You own the tool indefinitely. This flat-rate model is refreshingly different from the subscription-heavy clipboard manager market.

How ClipHistory Compares

Unlike competitors such as Paste (subscription-based), Maccy (limited features), or Alfred (broader tool, clipboard is one component), ClipHistory focuses exclusively on clipboard excellence. It's simpler than Raycast, cheaper than Pastebot, and more privacy-respecting than cloud-based alternatives.

Getting Started Now

Ready to stop losing your copied content? Get ClipHistory — $19.99 and reclaim your clipboard workflow. The installation takes under two minutes, and you'll immediately feel the difference when you're no longer scrambling for that link or code snippet from 20 minutes ago.

ClipHistory is macOS-only and fully optimized for the Mac experience. Whether you're a developer, writer, designer, or power user, this is the clipboard manager that respects your privacy and respects your time.