Ready to get started? Click the big button below to visit the official download page:
Visit this link to download the application.
After you click the download button, you’ll see a file called brink.zip (or similar). Once it finishes downloading, find it in your “Downloads” folder. Double-click the zip file to open it, and you’ll see the brink folder inside. Open that folder and double-click the brink.exe file to start using the app. That’s it! No complicated steps, no technical knowledge needed.
Brink is a friendly little helper that watches over your coding tools and lets you know when you’re getting close to your usage limits. If you use Claude Code, Codex, or Cursor — popular AI coding assistants — this app shows you exactly how much of your allowance you’ve used and which of your projects has spent the most.
Instead of being surprised when a tool suddenly stops working, Brink gives you clear, real-time warnings right on the edge of your screen. Think of it as a gentle tap on the shoulder saying, “Hey, you’ve used 80% of your limit for Codex. Might want to wrap up soon.”
1. Live Limit Monitoring — Watch your usage bars update instantly as you work. No more guessing if you’re running low.
2. Project-Level Insight — Ever wonder which big project gobbled up all your credits? Brink tells you exactly which project consumed the most, so you can plan better next time.
3. Always Visible Alerts — The usage display sits neatly along the edge of your screen. It’s out of the way until you need it, but always ready with a quick glance.
4. Clean, Modern Look — Built with beautiful “liquid glass” style design. It looks great whether you’re on a dark or light screen.
5. Works on Mac and Windows — Whether you use a MacBook or a Windows PC, Brink has your back.
Step 1: Download — Use the green download button above to get the app. It’s completely free!
Step 2: Open the App — After downloading, unzip the file and double-click brink.exe. A small icon will appear on the edge of your screen — that’s your new assistant waking up.
Step 3: Connect Your Tools — The first time you open Brink, it will automatically find Claude Code, Codex, or Cursor if you have them installed. No setup required. If you don’t have any of these tools yet, Brink will simply wait until you do.
If you’re a developer, programmer, or student who uses AI tools on a regular basis, this app is for you. Maybe you:
Even if you’re completely new to these tools, Brink helps you understand how much you’re using and gives you a heads-up before things stop working.
Brink is built to be lightweight and efficient. To run it smoothly, your computer should have:
Any modern laptop or desktop from the last few years will handle Brink with ease.
Brink only reads the usage information that Claude Code, Codex, and Cursor already track on your own computer. It never sends your data anywhere. Everything stays local on your device. You’re the only one who sees your usage stats.
Q: Does Brink slow down my computer?
A: No. Brink is designed to be extremely light on resources. You won’t even notice it running in the background.
Q: Can I use Brink without having Claude Code, Codex, or Cursor?
A: Yes, you can install it now, and it will activate as soon as you add one of those tools later. It simply stays idle in the meantime.
Q: How often does the usage info update?
A: Brink checks for changes every few seconds, so the numbers you see are always fresh.
Q: Which operating system does Brink work best on?
A: Both! Brink is built natively for Mac (using SwiftUI) and Windows (using WPF), so it feels at home on either system.
Q: Is there a mobile version?
A: Not right now — Brink is focused on desktop use since that’s where coding assistants live.
Imagine you’re in the middle of a big coding task with Codex. You’ve been at it for hours, and things are going well. Suddenly, out of nowhere, Codex stops responding because you’ve hit your usage cap. Frustrating, right?
With Brink, you would have seen the warning when you reached 70%, then 85%, then 95%. You could have saved your work, switched to another tool, or slowed down. No surprises, no interrupted workflows — just smooth, uninterrupted coding.
If you run into any trouble, try these simple fixes:
Can’t open the zip file? Make sure your download finished completely. Try downloading again.
Windows says “Protected your PC”? Click “More info” and then “Run anyway.” This happens sometimes with new apps from the internet.
The usage bars aren’t showing? Check that you have at least one of the supported tools (Claude Code, Codex, or Cursor) installed. If they’re installed, try restarting the app.
Mac version won’t open? Right-click (or Ctrl+click) the app icon and select “Open” to bypass the first-time warning for downloaded apps.
Brink is made with care by developers who wanted a better way to manage their usage. If you find it useful, here are ways you can help:
Brink is the solution to one of the most annoying problems in modern development: hitting your AI tool limits at the worst possible moment. With clear, always-visible usage bars and project-level insights, you’ll always know where you stand.
Stop guessing, stop worrying, and never let a usage limit catch you off guard again. Download Brink today and code with total peace of mind!
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