Codex Quota Overlay is a privacy-focused desktop utility that displays remaining usage, reset times, and credits directly beside the active Codex Desktop conversation title.
It functions as a lightweight companion that automatically hides when Codex is inactive or minimized.
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Displays quota and reset time on a single line
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Auto-hides when Codex is inactive or minimized
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Allows pointer input to pass through to Codex
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Supports high-DPI displays and multiple monitors
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Provides tray/menu bar actions for diagnostics and settings
Open Source
Free and open-source under the MIT License.
Best for
Users of the official Codex Desktop app who want to monitor their remaining quota at a glance without navigating to internal account menus.
Not ideal for
Users who do not use the official Codex Desktop app or those looking for an API-key-only solution, as a ChatGPT-managed sign-in is required for quota data.
A lightweight, effective, and privacy-conscious tool that solves a specific UX friction point for Codex Desktop users by keeping critical quota data visible.
Version 0.4.0 was released with Windows-specific distribution, while macOS compatibility remains in the source tree and automated validation.
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Is Codex Quota Overlay free?+
Yes - Codex Quota Overlay is Open Source. Free and open-source under the MIT License.
Is Codex Quota Overlay open source?+
Yes - Codex Quota Overlay is open source. Free and open-source under the MIT License.
Who is Codex Quota Overlay best for?+
Users of the official Codex Desktop app who want to monitor their remaining quota at a glance without navigating to internal account menus.
Who is Codex Quota Overlay not ideal for?+
Users who do not use the official Codex Desktop app or those looking for an API-key-only solution, as a ChatGPT-managed sign-in is required for quota data.
What are the best Codex Quota Overlay alternatives?+
The closest Codex Quota Overlay alternatives on ai.dosa.dev are Pieces for Developers, agenttrace, Vibe Kanban - all listed under Developer Productivity & Workflow.
Who makes Codex Quota Overlay?+
Codex Quota Overlay is developed by cpys. It is listed in the Developer Productivity & Workflow category on ai.dosa.dev.
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