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Get AI Coaching Without Anyone Knowing — Invisible Copilot Mode

Tonvo's Invisible Copilot Mode hides every coaching panel, signal badge, and sentiment indicator from screen share — so you get full AI support while participants see nothing.

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Screen-Share Exclusion at the OS Level

When Invisible Copilot Mode is activated, Tonvo sets the WDA_EXCLUDEFROMCAPTURE flag (on Windows) or the sharingType exclusion property (on macOS) on its overlay window. This instructs the operating system to exclude Tonvo's rendering surface from all screen-capture and screen-share pipelines. The result: you see Tonvo's full coaching interface on your screen, but anyone viewing your screen share sees only your application content — with no trace of the copilot.

Key Benefits

Complete Privacy on Every Call

Your AI coaching remains entirely private. Participants, recordings, and screen captures never reveal that you are using Tonvo.

Present Confidently While Assisted

Share your screen during demos and presentations without worrying about coaching tips or signal badges appearing in front of your audience.

One-Key Toggle

Switch between visible and invisible modes instantly with a keyboard shortcut — no settings menus, no interruptions, no friction.

Who Uses This Feature

  • Sales reps screen-sharing product demos while receiving hidden coaching
  • Executives presenting in board meetings with discreet AI support
  • Consultants sharing analysis decks while getting real-time talking points
  • Candidates in technical interviews receiving private conversation guidance

OS-Level Window Exclusion

Tonvo leverages platform-native APIs for screen-capture exclusion. On Windows, the SetWindowDisplayAffinity API with the WDA_EXCLUDEFROMCAPTURE flag is applied to the Electron BrowserWindow. On macOS, the window's sharingType property is set to .none. These OS-level mechanisms ensure that no pixel data from Tonvo's overlay enters the capture buffer used by video conferencing applications, providing a reliable and tamper-proof invisibility layer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Invisible Copilot Mode work technically?
Tonvo uses platform-level window exclusion APIs to remove its overlay from the screen-capture pipeline. On supported platforms, the Tonvo panel is flagged as a non-capturable window, so screen-share and recording tools never see it.
Does this work on all video conferencing platforms?
Invisible Copilot Mode is fully supported on Discord, Zoom, and Google Meet. On platforms that do not support window-level exclusion, Tonvo falls back to a separate-monitor mode where the panel displays on a secondary screen.
Can I toggle Invisible Mode on and off during a call?
Yes. You can enable or disable Invisible Copilot Mode with a single keyboard shortcut at any point during the call. The transition is instant and does not interrupt your conversation or the AI analysis.
Is using a hidden AI assistant during calls ethical?
Tonvo is designed as a personal productivity tool, similar to having notes or a prepared script in front of you. It does not record or share any data with third parties. Many professionals use reference materials during calls, and Tonvo simply makes that support smarter.

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