Frequently Asked Questions

• What is Backdrop?

  Backdrop transforms your Mac desktop into a stunning visual experience using high-quality video and animated scenes. It’s perfect for focus, ambience, or just making your workspace feel inspiring.

• How do I get started?

  Download Backdrop from our website, launch the app, and explore the Backdrop Browser to discover scenes. You can try it for free, and unlock full access with a subscription or lifetime license.

• What’s included in the Trial?

  You can use the Trial to try out Backdrop for 7 days. Purchase Backdrop to remove the watermark and unlock unlimited access to the Community Platform.

• What’s included in my purchase?

  Purchasing Backdrop removes the watermark, and gives you access to the entire Backdrop community platform, including thousands of Backdrop scenes and new content and features added regularly.

• Can I use my own videos or images?

  Yes. Backdrop supports using custom video files and Rive animations to create a scene. You can import your own content via the Creator feature, and even submit it to the Community Platform for others to use.

• Does Backdrop impact performance or battery?

  Backdrop is optimized for maximum performance and minimal resource usage. Playback pauses automatically when apps are in fullscreen mode, and further optimizations are done to increase performance while on battery power.

• Does it work with multiple displays?

  Yes. Backdrop supports multi-monitor setups, and you can choose which display to play different scenes on.

• Do I need an account?

  There is no account registration required, but if you want to use the Community Platform you need to be logged in to your Apple iCloud account on your Mac.

• Can I cancel anytime?

  Absolutely. You can cancel your subscription at any time from our License Manager. Your access will remain active until the end of the billing period.