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PinPoint

Always on top for the material you need beside your work.

PinPoint keeps critical reference material visible while you work in another app. Built for Windows with a high-performance overlay, it helps you avoid Alt-Tab archaeology when you need documentation, tickets, or a side-by-side viewer on screen without turning your whole desktop into a tiling window manager science project.

$3.99 USD — Perpetual License

One-time purchase · No subscription · Instant install via the Microsoft Store

Buy through the Microsoft Store—instant install, automatic updates, and a Microsoft receipt for easy expensing. No account needed on our site, and no subscription.

Key Benefits

  • Always on top: Pin reference windows so they stay visible while you work in your main application.
  • Zero-latency feel: Built for responsiveness on real hardware—no browser tab stack for your spec sheet.
  • Local-first: A real Windows desktop utility from Automata Labs—no cloud account required for basic use.
  • One-time purchase with instant secure download — perpetual license, no subscription.

Use Cases

  • Coding with API docs or tickets visible beside the IDE
  • Writing with style guides, briefs, or research materials pinned on screen
  • Support and operations work with runbooks and dashboards always visible

Use This When

  • Stop losing your reference window behind 40 other windows when you need it beside your work
  • Avoid full-screen “focus mode” when what you need is a small always-on-top pane
  • Reduce Alt-Tab loops during deep work on Windows with a true always-on-top workflow

Technical specifications

Technical specifications for procurement

Spec Implementation
Data Sovereignty Window pin state and preferences remain local; no cloud account
Telemetry Status None
Core Runtime Rust / native Win32 overlay with layered-window border feedback
Network Requirements Fully functional offline
Deployment Compatibility Windows 10 and 11; direct purchase
Workflow Always-on-top reference windows without focus stealing

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about PinPoint

What is PinPoint?

PinPoint keeps critical reference material visible while you work in another app. Built for Windows with a high-performance overlay, it helps you avoid Alt-Tab archaeology when you need documentation, tickets, or a side-by-side viewer on screen without turning your whole desktop into a tiling window manager science project.

How much does PinPoint cost?

PinPoint costs $3.99 USD as a one-time purchase on the Microsoft Store. There are no subscriptions, no recurring fees, and no usage limits. You pay once and own it.

What platforms does PinPoint support?

PinPoint runs on Windows. It is a native desktop application built with Rust and Tauri for minimal resource usage and maximum performance.

Does PinPoint require an internet connection?

No. PinPoint is a local-first utility that runs entirely on your device. It does not upload data to the cloud, does not require an account for core functionality, and works fully offline after installation.

Does PinPoint collect telemetry or usage data?

No. PinPoint has zero telemetry. It does not phone home, does not track usage patterns, and does not send any data off your machine. Your files and workflow stay private.

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