Get a Real Stock Ticker on Your Desktop
Display live stock prices on your Windows, Mac, or Linux desktop. Monitor your portfolio without browser tabs or mobile apps.
The Problem
You want to monitor stock prices throughout the day, but constantly checking your phone or switching to browser tabs disrupts your work and adds stress.
The Solution
Simple Widgets creates live stock ticker widgets that display real-time prices on your desktop. See your portfolio value at a glance without any disruption.
Why This Works
Real-Time Updates
Prices update automatically from Yahoo Finance, Google Finance, or your preferred source.
Multi-Stock Monitoring
Create widgets for each stock you track. Build a complete ticker strip.
No Subscription Required
No monthly fees. Free tier available, with Pro as a one-time purchase.
Cross-Platform
Works on Windows, Mac, and Linux with identical functionality.
Why You Need a Desktop Stock Ticker
Whether you’re an active trader or long-term investor, having stock prices visible on your desktop provides peace of mind and timely information.
The Mobile Phone Problem
Checking stocks on your phone means:
- Picking up your phone (distraction)
- Unlocking and opening the app
- Getting pulled into other notifications
- Losing focus on your current task
The Browser Tab Problem
Keeping a finance tab open means:
- One more tab in your crowded browser
- Manually refreshing for updates
- Getting distracted by other content
- Slowing down your browser
The Desktop Widget Solution
With Simple Widgets, stock prices live on your desktop:
- Always visible without any action
- Updates automatically
- No distractions or temptations
- Minimal system resources
Widget Options
Minimal Ticker Just the symbol and price. Tiny footprint, maximum information density.
Price + Change See the current price and today’s gain/loss percentage.
Chart Widget Display a mini chart with price history.
Full Dashboard Multiple stocks with charts and news combined.
Data Sources
Simple Widgets works with any financial website:
- Yahoo Finance (most popular)
- Google Finance
- TradingView
- MarketWatch
- Your brokerage’s web platform
No Subscription Fees
Unlike dedicated stock ticker apps that charge monthly fees, Simple Widgets has no recurring costs. The free tier supports up to 10 widgets, and Pro is a one-time purchase for unlimited widgets.