MoveMouse

Move Mouse simulates user activity with software designed to move the pointer or trigger input.

github.com/sw3103/movemouse
MoveMouse homepage screenshot

About MoveMouse

Move Mouse is an open-source Windows tool that simulates user activity by moving the pointer or triggering input. It was originally designed to prevent Windows from locking the user session or going to sleep.

Key features

  • Simulate user activity on Windows
  • Move pointer to simulate input
  • Trigger input to simulate activity
  • Prevent session lock from inactivity
  • Prevent system sleep from inactivity
Best for: Windows users who need to prevent automatic session lock or sleep during periods without input.
Good for
  • Project states the software will always be free
  • Open-source code under GPL-3.0 license
Watch out for
  • Stated platform is Windows

MoveMouse at a glance

Type
Open-source project
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
Windows
Open source
Yes · Source code
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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MoveMouse FAQ

What is Move Mouse used for?
To simulate user activity, originally to prevent Windows from locking the session or going to sleep.
Is Move Mouse free?
The project states Move Mouse will always be free, with optional PayPal donations.
Where is installation and troubleshooting help?
The project points to its Wiki for installation, troubleshooting and other articles.
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