v1.0 — Now available for iOS & macOS

Your iPhone is your
next trackpad.

Ultra-low-latency cursor control, realistic haptic clicks from Taptic Engine, and native macOS gestures — all from the iPhone already in your pocket.

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¥1,000 buy once · 7-day free trial · No subscription
Ultra-low latency Encrypted session (Noise_KK) Zero data collected
Connected
MacBook Pro · Wi-Fi
Ultra-low

Custom UDP protocol over Wi-Fi

E2E

Noise Protocol encryption (ChaCha20)

0KB

Data sent to external servers

Comparison

How Swipad stacks up

All facts are based on each vendor's public specs as of 2026.

Swipad ¥1,000
  • Buy once, no subscription
  • Wireless + Haptic click
  • Noise Protocol encryption
Magic Trackpad ¥17,800

Hardware. Powerful, but not pocketable.

Remote Mouse Free + IAP

No haptic click, no E2E encryption.

El Trackpad $3.99

USB-only, no Taptic feedback.

Prices and specs from each vendor's official page. May change without notice.

Features

Not just a touch surface. A precision instrument.

We pushed the iPhone's sensors to their limits to deliver an experience that rivals dedicated hardware.

Built for speed

A custom UDP protocol sends cursor data with minimal overhead — no Bluetooth pairing delays, no polling rate compromises. Every finger movement translates to cursor movement with virtually no perceptible lag.

Custom UDP protocol — minimal overhead

Clicks that feel real

Accelerometer spikes and touch area expansion are combined to detect press-down intent. The Taptic Engine responds with a precise, satisfying "click" — recreating the feel of a physical trackpad.

Native macOS gestures

Two-finger scroll, three-finger Mission Control swipe, and more — all recognized natively by macOS. No configuration needed, just start swiping.

Made for split keyboards

Designed to sit perfectly between Corne, ErgoDox, and other split layouts. Keep your hands on home row — no reaching for a mouse.

Privacy-first architecture

Once paired, every packet between your iPhone and Mac is encrypted with Noise_KK (ChaCha20-Poly1305) — the same crypto family used by WireGuard. All traffic stays on your local network. No accounts, no cloud, no telemetry. Your input data never leaves your desk.

Noise_KK ChaCha20-Poly1305 WireGuard-grade

All-day battery

Pure black UI optimized for OLED displays minimizes power draw. Efficient networking keeps battery impact negligible — even during long coding sessions.

How it Works

Set up in 30 seconds

No dongles, no drivers, no configuration files. Just two apps on the same Wi-Fi.

01

Install both apps

Download the Swipad receiver on your Mac and the Swipad app on your iPhone. Both are lightweight with no external dependencies.

02

One-tap pairing

Swipad auto-discovers your Mac via Bonjour. Tap to pair — an encrypted connection is established instantly. Pairing keys are stored securely in your Keychain.

03

Swipe, click, scroll

Place your iPhone between your split keyboard halves — or anywhere on your desk. Your finger becomes your cursor. Click by pressing down. It just works.

Your Desk, Elevated

Fits right where you need it

Whether it sits between keyboard halves or next to your laptop — Swipad adapts to how you work, not the other way around.

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Pricing

Simple, honest pricing

Try it free, then unlock everything with a one-time purchase. No subscriptions, ever.

First 7 days: every feature unlocked

From your first launch, all Pro features are free for 7 days — no card, no signup, no auto-charge. After that, Pro features lock unless you buy the ¥1,000 one-time unlock.

Basic

Free

Get a feel for what Swipad can do.

  • Cursor movement, tap, click
  • Manual pairing every session
  • Noise_KK session encryption
  • Basic haptic feedback only
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One-time

Pro

¥1,000 / one-time

Everything, forever. No limits, no subscriptions.

  • Auto-reconnect after first pairing
  • Detailed haptic intensity & patterns
  • Multi-touch gestures (3- and 4-finger)
  • Customizable cursor speed
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How does my iPhone connect to my Mac?
Both devices need to be on the same Wi-Fi network. Swipad uses Bonjour (mDNS) for automatic device discovery — your Mac appears instantly in the app. After a one-tap pairing, all subsequent connections happen automatically. A custom UDP protocol ensures minimal latency for cursor movement, while TCP handles control commands.
Where should I place my iPhone for the best experience?
Anywhere you'd put a trackpad: between split keyboard halves, right next to your laptop, or on a stand by your desk. Swipad tracks a single primary touch point, so simply place the iPhone with the screen facing up and use it like a regular trackpad surface.
How much battery does Swipad use on my iPhone?
Very little. The trackpad UI uses pure black (#000000) optimized for OLED displays, so lit pixels are minimal. The networking layer is lightweight UDP — far less power-hungry than Bluetooth peripherals. You can use Swipad all day without a noticeable hit to battery life.
Does it work on iPad?
Yes — Swipad works on iPads running iPadOS 16 or later. However, iPads lack the Taptic Engine, so the haptic click feedback won't be available. Cursor movement, scrolling, and gestures all work normally. For the full experience, we recommend iPhone.
Is my data secure?
Once paired, all traffic between your iPhone and Mac is encrypted with Noise_KK (ChaCha20-Poly1305) — the same crypto family used by WireGuard VPN. Communication never leaves your local network. We collect zero data — no analytics, no telemetry, no accounts. Pairing keys are stored in the system Keychain on both devices.
What are the system requirements?
iPhone: iOS 16.0 or later. Mac: macOS 13.0 (Ventura) or later. Both devices on the same Wi-Fi network, or connected with a Lightning/USB-C cable. The Mac app requires Accessibility permissions to control the cursor.
What if the Wi-Fi is congested or unreliable?
Plug in your iPhone with a Lightning or USB-C cable and Swipad will use the wired link instead. It's a quiet fallback for crowded networks — cafés, conferences, planes — where Wi-Fi can get unreliable.

Your desk setup deserves better.

Install in seconds. Your iPhone transforms into the trackpad you never knew you needed. Free to start — no account required.

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Requires macOS 13.0+ and iOS 16.0+. Both devices on the same Wi-Fi.