Network Connection Monitor

Network Connection Monitor is a lightweight menu bar utility that keeps your Mac's network status visible and easy to understand. See every configured network connection at a glance, including Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Thunderbolt Bridge, and other network services. Expand any connection to view useful details such as IP addresses, MAC address, router, DNS servers, Wi-Fi signal strength, connection speed, security, live download and upload rates, and link quality. KEY FEATURES • Clear menu bar status for all network connections • Live download and upload rates while the menu is open • Connection history with outages, recoveries, uptime, and total downtime • Optional notifications when a connection is lost or restored, or when the active interface changes • Connection Doctor for gateway, DNS, secure Internet connection, and proxy diagnostics • Shareable diagnostic reports in text, JSON, and PDF formats • Private network details are redacted from reports by default • Small and medium desktop widgets • Shortcuts and Spotlight actions for common tasks • Optional launch at login • Battery-saving modes, including automatic support for macOS Low Power Mode • English and Russian localization • Native support for Apple silicon and Intel Macs PRIVACY BY DESIGN Network monitoring stays on your Mac. The app does not include analytics and does not continuously contact an external server. An Internet connection test runs only when you explicitly start Connection Doctor. Location permission is optional and is requested only if you choose to reveal the connected Wi-Fi network name. Network Connection Monitor is designed for anyone who wants a fast, dependable view of their Mac's connectivity—from everyday users troubleshooting Wi-Fi to professionals monitoring several network interfaces.