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Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need to get started?
Install Mirage Host on the Mac you want to stream from, then open Mirage on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Vision Pro. Both devices need to be on the same network for local streaming, or you can enable VPN access with Mirage Pro using Tailscale or self-hosted OpenVPN.
Is Mirage free?
Yes. Mirage has a generous free tier that includes up to 720p streaming, 60Hz, 1 app window, and Apple Pencil support. Mirage Pro unlocks end-to-end encryption, 6K+ uncapped resolution, ProMotion, VPN access, lossless audio, and more.
How much does Mirage Pro cost?
Mirage Pro is $4.99/month or $39/year, with a free trial included. There is also a $119.99 lifetime option. Pay once and keep every Pro feature forever, including future updates.
Does Mirage work without a monitor connected?
Yes. Mirage fully supports headless Macs with no display attached. It creates a virtual display at your client's native resolution, so your Mac doesn't need a physical monitor.
Can I use Mirage with someone else's Mac?
Yes. Same-account devices discover hosts automatically through iCloud. For someone else's Mac, the host owner can enable VPN access and give you the VPN host name or IP to add manually in Mirage.
Does Apple Pencil work with Mirage?
Yes. Mirage forwards full pressure, tilt, and orientation data from Apple Pencil, so you can use your iPad as a drawing tablet for apps like Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate (via Sidecar-style workflows), and any other tablet-aware macOS app.
What's the difference between window streaming and desktop streaming?
Window streaming lets you stream individual app windows in isolation, such as Xcode, Figma, or a browser. Desktop streaming mirrors your entire Mac desktop as a virtual display, turning your device into a full second screen.
Can I wake and unlock my Mac remotely?
Yes. With the Mirage Host bootstrap daemon installed, you can wake your Mac over the network and unlock it from the login screen, with no physical access needed. Remote wake and login unlock are experimental and in active development.
Does Mirage work over the internet?
Yes, with Mirage Pro. Mirage connects directly to your Mac over your own VPN, with first-party support for Tailscale and self-hosted OpenVPN.
Is my screen content sent to any servers?
No. Mirage streams directly between your devices. No screen content, audio, or input data ever passes through external servers. Mirage Pro streaming data is encrypted end-to-end with AES-256-GCM.
What platforms does Mirage support?
Mirage is currently Apple-only. It runs on macOS, iOS, iPadOS, and visionOS. The host app (Mirage Host) runs on macOS, and the client app (Mirage) runs on all four Apple platforms. Windows and Linux host support, plus an Apple TV client, are planned.
How do I cancel my subscription?
You can manage or cancel your Mirage Pro subscription at any time through your Apple ID settings in the App Store. You'll keep Pro features until the end of your current billing period.
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