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Does Dark Mode work offline?
Shipping Dark Mode behavior is a local Mac utility. The companion follows system light and dark appearance. Network is not required for the core notch host.
Last updated 2027-03-23
What needs a network
Sparkle updates and optional music backends may need a network. Dark Mode itself is described as on-device where the feature allows.
AI is separate
NotNotch AI is in development and is not required to use Dark Mode.