AppCleaner

Thoroughly uninstall unwanted macOS apps. Finds and safely removes every hidden file left behind.

Install

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Free Safe Fast v3.6.8

New to Terminal?

Follow these simple steps — it only takes a minute.

Open Terminal

Terminal is a built-in macOS app. Open it in one of two ways:

Option A: Press ⌘ Cmd + Space, type Terminal, and press Enter.

Option B: Finder → Applications → Utilities → Terminal.

Install AppCleaner

Paste this single command and press Enter:

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Launch & Enjoy

Open Launchpad or check Applications in Finder — AppCleaner is ready.

Tip: Launch it right from Terminal:

~ open -a AppCleaner

Video walkthrough

Watch the full installation in about 20 seconds.

Why AppCleaner?

A lightweight tool that does one thing perfectly.

Deep Scan

Finds caches, preferences, logs, plugins, and containers

Drag & Drop

Drop any app onto the window — it handles the rest

100% Free

No ads, no trials, no hidden fees — free forever