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AppCleaner
by FreeMacSoft · System & hardware tools
FreeMac
Uninstalls Mac apps together with their leftover files.
Opens freemacsoft.net, FreeMacSoft's own site. No mirror, no bundle.
Overview
What is AppCleaner?
Dragging an app to the Trash leaves preferences and caches behind. AppCleaner finds those related files and removes them with the app.
Key features
- Finds leftover app files
- Drag-and-drop uninstall
- SmartDelete watches the Trash
- Lists widgets and plugins
Best for
- Fully uninstalling Mac apps
- Freeing space on a small SSD
- Clean reinstalls
Included in starter kits
Install
How to install AppCleaner
- 1Open the official AppCleaner download page on freemacsoft.net.
- 2Pick the build for your system (Mac; check x64, ARM or Apple silicon where offered).
- 3Run the installer and read each screen; decline anything you did not ask for.
- 4Keep it updated from the app's own updater or your package manager.
Install from the command line
Mac · Homebrew
brew install --cask appcleaner
Package IDs checked against the public winget, Homebrew and Flathub repositories on 1 Nov 2026. Build a script for several apps.
Safety
Download AppCleaner safely
Check the domain
The real download lives on freemacsoft.net. Look-alike domains and search ads are the most common trap.
Skip mirrors
Download portals can wrap installers in adware or old versions. You never need them for this app.
Verify if you can
If the publisher lists a checksum, compare it with our in-browser checker before running the file.
Watch the installer
Untick extras, browser changes or trials you did not ask for.
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FAQ
AppCleaner questions
Where can I download AppCleaner safely?
Download AppCleaner only from FreeMacSoft's official site at freemacsoft.net. Avoid mirror and "download portal" sites, which can bundle extra software with the installer.
Is AppCleaner free?
Yes. AppCleaner is free to download and use, though it is not open source.
Does AppCleaner work on Mac?
AppCleaner is available for Mac. Check FreeMacSoft's download page for exact system requirements and whether your processor (x64, ARM or Apple silicon) is supported.
Can I install AppCleaner from the command line?
Yes, with Homebrew on Mac (brew install --cask appcleaner). Package managers fetch the publisher's files and make updates easy.
What are good alternatives to AppCleaner?
See the alternatives section on this page and the full system & hardware tools list on AltFTool, which shows each app's licence and platforms side by side.