Mute Microphone
Universal version latest seen at v7.1.0 · Reported by 17 Macs in the community.
All sighted native versions (4):
Mute Microphone is a lightweight utility that allows Mac users to quickly toggle their microphone on and off with a single click or keyboard shortcut. It provides a simple menu bar icon for instant microphone control, making it ideal for privacy-conscious users, remote workers, and anyone who frequently joins video calls or voice chats. The app is particularly useful for those who want a quick way to ensure their microphone is disabled when they don't want to be heard. It's developed by Parallels as part of their Toolbox suite and integrates seamlessly with macOS's audio system.
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1 suggestionMute Microphone is part of Parallels Toolbox, which Parallels has actively maintained and updated. However, there is no public confirmation that a native Apple Silicon version of this specific tool has been released. Since Parallels Toolbox is a commercial product and Parallels has a strong track record of supporting Apple Silicon, your best course of action is to check the Parallels website or update Parallels Toolbox itself—it may already include an Apple Silicon version without explicit marketing. In the meantime, macOS offers built-in microphone controls in System Settings under Privacy & Security, and several native alternatives exist: Mute Me (lightweight menu bar app), SpeakLine (with muting features), or third-party solutions like Bluetooth-based hardware toggles. If you require a dedicated microphone mute app, try the Mac App Store or Homebrew for native alternatives while waiting to confirm Parallels' Apple Silicon status.
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