App Cleaner Download for Mac

 

App Cleaner v3.6.8 Download for Mac – Thorough App Uninstaller Utility

App Cleaner zip for Mac is the gold standard, lightweight uninstallation tool developed by FreeMacSoft. When you simply drag an application to the Trash on macOS, small service files, support data, preference files, and hidden caches remain scattered across your system drive. AppCleaner locates all these leftover files and allows you to completely purge them with a single click, recovering valuable disk space and keeping your Mac clean.

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Software Specifications

App Name	AppCleaner
Version Build	v3.6.8 / Official Standalone Release
Platform Architecture	macOS (Universal Binary – Native Apple Silicon & Intel Compatible)
Category	Utilities / Application Uninstaller & Disk Cleaner
Developer	FreeMacSoft

Software Description

Installing App Cleaner zip for Mac guarantees complete control over application removal. Simply drop any unwanted app into the AppCleaner window, and it automatically scans deep system directories (`~/Library/Application Support`, `Caches`, `Preferences`, `Saved Application State`, etc.) to locate every associated file. Additionally, its background **SmartDelete** feature detects whenever you move an app to the Trash via Finder, automatically offering to locate and remove its associated files on the spot.

Main Features

Thorough App UninstallationFinds and deletes all hidden preference files, caches, launch daemons, and application support data.

SmartDelete Background HelperAutomatically detects when apps are sent to the Trash in Finder and pops up to delete leftover components.

Widget & Plugin ManagementEasily list and remove installed dashboard widgets, browser plugins, preference panes, and system extensions.

Protected Applications SafeguardProtects system default applications and user-favorited software from accidental deletion.

List & Search ViewBrowse a complete index of all installed applications, widgets, and plugins sorted alphabetically or by file size.

Ultra-Lightweight & FastBoasts a tiny installation footprint (under 5 MB) with near-instantaneous file scanning speed.

Pros and Cons

Pros

•  100% free software with zero ad banners, subscriptions, or bloatware.
•  Extremely fast scanning engine pinpoints hidden leftover files in seconds.
•  Native Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4) binary execution for optimal energy efficiency.
•  Drag-and-drop interface makes complete app uninstallation accessible to everyone.
•  Native macOS interface fully updated to match modern dark and light design guidelines.

Cons

•  Focused purely on uninstallation—does not include real-time RAM optimization or malware scanning.
•  SmartDelete helper requires granting Accessibility permissions in System Settings for full automation.

Changelog & Enhancements (v3.6.8 Release)

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•  macOS Sequoia Support: Full compatibility fixes for macOS 15 drive indexing and permissions.
•  Improved SmartDelete Helper: Faster detection response when throwing apps directly into the macOS Trash.
•  Enhanced Folder Parsing: Updated search rules for modern App Sandbox container directories (`~/Library/Containers`).
•  UI Fixes: Fixed visual alignment glitches on high-DPI Liquid Retina XDR displays.
•  Performance Tweaks: Reduced startup memory consumption to under 15 MB.

System Specifications & Compatibility

• Operating System: Compatible with macOS 10.13 (High Sierra), macOS 11.0 (Big Sur), macOS 12.0 (Monterey), macOS 13.0 (Ventura), macOS 14.0 (Sonoma), macOS 15.0 (Sequoia), or newer.
• Supported Removal Targets: macOS Applications (.app), Safari Extensions, System Preference Panes, Widgets, and Plugins.
• Hardware Architecture: Universal Binary containing native code paths for both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel processors.
• System Memory & Storage: 2 GB RAM minimum, 10 MB free disk space.