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Native utility for everyday Mac users

See what fills your disk in minutes and reclaim Mac storage safely.

Free Mac Space helps you quickly find what is taking up storage, review every cleanup target, and move files to Trash safely with a local audit trail.

Free forever · No paywallFebruary 15, 2026Latest release20Supported languagesFree foreverPrice

5 min

Average first scan

10+

High-impact categories

0

Cloud uploads required

  • Find Space Fast
  • Review Before Action
  • Safer by Default
macOS cleanup dashboard
Free Mac Space dashboard preview
Review-first cleanup dashboard with protected path indicators.

Cleanable

124 GB

  • Xcode

    DerivedData, Archives, iOS DeviceSupport

    98 GBSafe cache
  • App Caches

    Per-app cache folders under ~/Library/Caches

    46 GBSafe cache
  • Docker

    Container layers and virtual disk images

    138 GBReview first

Why users keep it

Built for fast, safe cleanup without extra learning cost.

The workflow focuses on speed and confidence so anyone can clean up storage safely.

Find Space Fast

Surface Xcode artifacts, Docker layers, app caches, logs, and large folders in one scan pass.

Review Before Action

Verify path, size, and modified time before cleanup so every deletion decision stays intentional.

Safer by Default

High-risk paths stay analysis-only by default to reduce accidental deletion in production setups.

Workflow throughput

Average first scan

5 min

High-impact categories

10+

Cloud uploads required

0

How it works

Three steps from first scan to confident cleanup.

A predictable sequence helps you avoid mistakes and finish cleanup with confidence.

1

Scan

Run category scans to identify what consumes disk space and where it lives.

2

Review

Inspect size, path, and timestamp before selecting files to avoid costly mistakes.

3

Clean

Move selected files to Trash and keep a local record for verification.

Safety promises

Know exactly what the app protects before every cleanup.

Clear guardrails and real user feedback help you clean up space without anxiety.

Trust layer

The same safety model used in the macOS app UI.

The same safety model from the desktop app is reflected on the site: high-confidence cleanup paths and explicit protection badges for risky directories.

  • Default Trash-first action

    Selected files are moved to Trash by default. The app does not run permanent deletion during normal cleanup.

  • High-risk paths are read-only by default

    Mail, Messages, and application data stay analysis-only until an advanced user explicitly enables cleanup.

  • Local audit log is always written

    Every cleanup attempt is appended to the local cleanup audit log with timestamp, path, and result.

We replaced manual cleanup checklists with a safer flow our entire studio can use.

Elena Park · IT Operations Lead, Harbor Ops

Category safety matrix

macOS native
  • Xcode

    Safe cache

    DerivedData, Archives, iOS DeviceSupport

  • App Caches

    Safe cache

    Per-app cache folders under ~/Library/Caches

  • Docker

    Review first

    Container layers and virtual disk images

  • Homebrew

    Safe cache

    Download cache and old package payloads

  • System Logs

    Review first

    System and app diagnostic logs

FAQ

Practical answers before your first cleanup.

Common concerns are answered clearly so you can start with confidence.

Does the app permanently delete my files?
No. Cleanup actions send files to Trash by default for safer recovery.
Does Free Mac Space upload personal data?
No. Scanning and cleanup records are stored locally on the device.
Is Free Mac Space really free forever?
Yes. Free Mac Space is permanently free, with no subscription, no paid tiers, and no feature paywalls.
What macOS versions are supported?
The app supports macOS 14.0 and later.

Get started

Recover storage today and keep a safe path for every cleanup decision.

Start your first scan in minutes. Free Mac Space is free forever, so every safety feature is available from day one.