Lingon
Lingon is a Mac task automation utility that helps you schedule apps, scripts, shortcuts, and commands to run when you want.
What is Lingon?
Lingon is a Mac automation utility for creating scheduled tasks without working directly in Terminal or editing launchd files by hand. It helps users run apps, scripts, shortcuts, and commands at specific times, at intervals, or at login through a straightforward desktop interface. Common uses include starting routine workflows automatically, launching backups, restarting apps after a crash, and triggering personal utility scripts. Lingon also supports notifications when tasks run, making it easier to keep track of background automations. It is designed for people who want practical Mac automation with a simpler setup than manual system configuration. Published by Peter Borg Apps, Lingon is offered as the simpler Mac App Store edition, while a separate Pro version serves more advanced launchd management needs.
Key features
- Schedule apps, scripts, shortcuts, and commands to run automatically
- Run tasks at specific times, on repeating intervals, or at login
- Launch tasks manually from the menu bar or with a keyboard shortcut
- Show notifications when a scheduled task runs
- Restart selected apps automatically if they crash
- Manage recurring Mac automation jobs without editing launchd files manually
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Safety overview
Status: Mostly safe
Lingon is a legitimate Mac automation tool, but it is designed to create tasks that can run automatically in the background. That behavior is normal for its purpose. The main practical risk is not the app itself, but what you choose to schedule with it, since scripts or commands can make system or file changes when they run. Only keep automations you understand, and review any task that launches commands, modifies files, or runs on a frequent schedule.
Recommendation: Keep Lingon if you use it to automate regular Mac tasks or scheduled workflows. If you no longer use its automations, you can remove the app, but any tasks you created should be reviewed first so you do not accidentally leave behind or lose a workflow you still rely on.
Common paths
/Applications/Lingon.app
Preference paths
~/Library/Preferences/com.peterborgapps.Lingon10.plist
Container paths
~/Library/Containers/com.peterborgapps.Lingon10
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